Building Cybersecurity Foundations for R&E: Securing Campus Critical Infrastructure

Sunday 12 May 2024, 08:00 → 12:00 Africa/Mogadishu

Virtual

Bashir Dhore

Join us for a comprehensive one-day training event titled "Building Cybersecurity Foundations for R&E: Securing Campus Critical Infrastructure," hosted by SomaliREN. This workshop is designed to empower participants from member institutions with essential knowledge and skills to fortify their cybersecurity defenses. The virtual training will be facilitated by Bashir Dhore, a distinguished cybersecurity professional with extensive experience in various facets of cyber-defense.

Bashir’s expertise spans threat detection, digital forensics, incident response, malware analysis, and threat hunting. With over a decade in the field, he holds a CISSP certification, a GIAC Certified Forensic Analyst (GCFA) credential, and a Master’s degree in Cybersecurity Operations. As the CEO of Cyarmord, a well-regarded cybersecurity firm based in the USA, Bashir brings practical, real-world insights that will significantly benefit attendees looking to enhance the security posture of their institutions.

This online training is crucial for anyone responsible for managing or overseeing IT and cybersecurity within their campus networks, offering a mix of theoretical foundations and practical applications, including hands-on labs with tools like Phish tool and MX Toolbox.

 

Workshop Link on SomaliREN Meet: https://meet.somaliren.org.so/rooms/t0y-27p-wai-ufr/join

 

 

08:00 → 08:25 Opening Remarks

08:00 Welcome and Opening Remarks

Speaker: Ahmed Siyad (CEO, SomaliREN)

08:10 Introduction to the Training Agenda and Objectives

Speaker: Bashir Dhore (CEO, Cyarmord)

08:25 → 09:25 Session 1: Understanding Cybersecurity Fundamentals

Convener: Bashir Dhore (CEO, Cyarmord)

08:25 Introduction to Cybersecurity

Overview of cybersecurity principles and its importance in the academic and research environment.

08:45 Core Concepts of Cybersecurity

Deep dive into the fundamental concepts that underpin cybersecurity efforts across all types of institutions

09:05 Types of Cyber Threats

Identification and analysis of various cyber threats that institutions face today

09:25 → 10:40 Session 2: Implementing Cybersecurity Practices

Convener: Bashir Dhore (CEO, Cyarmord)

09:25 Basic Cybersecurity Hygiene

Essential practices that every institution should implement to secure their digital assets

09:35 Cybersecurity Best Practices

Advanced strategies and best practices in cybersecurity to enhance institutional defenses

09:55 Tea Break

10:05 Introduction to Cybersecurity Frameworks

Exploration of various frameworks that guide the cybersecurity policies and procedures

10:20 Implementing Basic Cybersecurity Measures

Practical steps for setting up foundational cybersecurity measures on campus

10:40 → 12:00 Session 3: Advanced Applications and Practical Lab

Convener: Bashir Dhore (CEO, Cyarmord)

10:40 Practical Lab: Email Security

Hands-on session using Phish tool and MX Toolbox to understand and implement email security measures

11:00 Developing a Cybersecurity Mindset

Fostering a culture of security awareness and proactive threat management within the institution

11:20 Q&A Session

Open discussion to address specific concerns and questions from the participants

11:50 Reflection and Conclusion

Speaker: Mr Mohamed Bile (CTO, SomaliREN)