Cyber Security Mindfulness for the small business owner

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BYOM Pty Ltd

Being Cyber Security Mindful as a (small) business owner

37 Murray Rd S

There is an ever increasing number of courses that are being offered in the area of cyber security. Most business owners know that it is a potential threat to their viability if their business systems were compromised, but without big budgets and unable to differentiate one ‘cyber security expert’ from another, many leave themselves even more exposed.This half day workshop will educate you on the current landscape, what you need to be most aware of, what information hackers are after and why. You will receive guidance on how to be better protected and then coached in putting together a cyber security plan for your small business that you can implement immediately.Session 1 – The cyber landscape What hackers want and why. What small businesses need to be mindful of and what it can cost you if you don’t protect your information and that of your customers. Session 2 – Start | Stop | KeepIdentifying the current risks within your business and the mitigation action you will take. Session 3 – Internet connectivity and storage 101 What you need to have in place as a minimum. Defence lines including anti-virus , backups, storage, , audits , supply chain and what to outsource.Session 4 – Action PlanDevising your cyber security mindfulness plan including communication of it and regular review o take away and apply immediately to your business operations.So te choice is yours; 4 hours out of your business day to learn what you need to be mindful of, or 4 days (or weeks) of your business being unable to fully operate because your systems have been compromised?We hope to see you there.

BYOM Pty LtdWe exist to encourage, support and motivate business owners to re-harness their power, understand their innate ability to succeed and overcome any obstacles.We look at the person behind the business to help them understand their motivations, to encourage self-belief, so that the business reaches its full potential.We specialise in practical learning experiences using the latest technology from workshops to online coaching sessions to help businesses and communities thrive.BYOM Pty Ltd is a provider of Business Local — a Small Business Development Corporation Service funded by the Government of Western Australia.This workshop is brought to you by Business Local Workshops are funded by the Small Business Development Corporation through its Business Local service. For free advice and guidance on starting and growing your business visit smallbusiness.wa.gov.au

This half day workshop will be facilitated by <a href="https://www.focuscybergroup.com/blog/author/Thomas-Jreige" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Thomas Jreige who founded Focus Cyber Group </a>in 2018, in response to the growing threat to organisations or all sizes posed by today’s digital environment.A strategic and innovative consultant, Thomas has over 20 years’ experience in industries including national security, critical infrastructure, banking and finance, mining, oil and gas, manufacturing and transportation. He has held senior positions in organisations leading and delivering Cyber Security advisory and consulting services in the areas of Information &amp; Communication Technology (ICT) and Operational Technology (OT) throughout Australia, New Zealand, Asia and Middle East-North Africa (MENA).<a href="https://www.focuscybergroup.com/blog/author/Thomas-Jreige" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"></a>With a reputation for his highly pragmatic approach, Thomas understands the commercial importance of strong security governance and how the implementation of intelligent and appropriate security controls supports business objectives. Embracing emerging technologies and change, he is always looking for ways to deliver improved security capabilities to clients.

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