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

Africa/Mogadishu
Virtual

Virtual

Bashir Dhore
Description

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

 

 

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    • Opening Remarks
      • 1
        Welcome and Opening Remarks
        Speaker: Ahmed Siyad (CEO, SomaliREN)
      • 2
        Introduction to the Training Agenda and Objectives
        Speaker: Bashir Dhore (CEO, Cyarmord)
    • Session 1: Understanding Cybersecurity Fundamentals
      Convener: Bashir Dhore (CEO, Cyarmord)
      • 3
        Introduction to Cybersecurity

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

      • 4
        Core Concepts of Cybersecurity

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

      • 5
        Types of Cyber Threats

        Identification and analysis of various cyber threats that institutions face today

    • Session 2: Implementing Cybersecurity Practices
      Convener: Bashir Dhore (CEO, Cyarmord)
      • 6
        Basic Cybersecurity Hygiene

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

      • 7
        Cybersecurity Best Practices

        Advanced strategies and best practices in cybersecurity to enhance institutional defenses

      • 09:55
        Tea Break
      • 8
        Introduction to Cybersecurity Frameworks

        Exploration of various frameworks that guide the cybersecurity policies and procedures

      • 9
        Implementing Basic Cybersecurity Measures

        Practical steps for setting up foundational cybersecurity measures on campus

    • Session 3: Advanced Applications and Practical Lab
      Convener: Bashir Dhore (CEO, Cyarmord)
      • 10
        Practical Lab: Email Security

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

      • 11
        Developing a Cybersecurity Mindset

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

      • 12
        Q&A Session

        Open discussion to address specific concerns and questions from the participants

      • 13
        Reflection and Conclusion
        Speaker: Mr Mohamed Bile (CTO, SomaliREN)