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🚨 CPD Training Announcement 🚨 CommSec is launching essential DORA & NIS2 cybersecurity training seminars designed for CEOs, COOs, CFOs, CIOs, CISOs, and senior leaders. 📅 November 27th & December 11th in Dublin City Centre. Led by Jan Carroll MSc, MEd , a certified cybersecurity trainer and founder of Fortify Institute, these seminars will help you understand your regulatory obligations and equip you with the knowledge to protect your organisation from cyber threats. ✅ Certification of Completion ✅ 4 CPD Hours ✅ Access to LMS Learning Materials Secure your seat here 👉 https://bit.ly/3YNrIES #Cybersecurity #DORA #NIS2 #BoardTraining #CommSec #CPD

Your Weekly Cybersecurity Round-Up: Insights from CommSec This week, cybersecurity takes centre stage with these key updates: 🔹 DORA Regulations Now Enforceable The EU’s Digital Operational Resilience Act mandates financial firms to restore critical systems within 2 hours of an outage. Non-compliance risks heavy fines, downtime, and reputational damage. 📌 Source: CIO Dive 💡 Tip: Regularly test your backup and recovery processes to ensure resilience. 🔹 Meta Faces EU Scrutiny Meta’s 'pay or consent' policy for users violates the Digital Markets Act. The EU demands an equivalent, data-friendly service or Meta could face fines of up to 10% of global turnover. 📌 Source: Tech Central 💡 Tip: Align your organisation's data practices with regulatory requirements to avoid penalties. 🔹 Irish Businesses Get Cybersecurity Support Enterprise Ireland and the NCSC are helping organisations identify vulnerabilities and build security roadmaps with the Cyber Security Review Grant. Over 140 companies are already benefiting. 📌 Source: Independent.ie 💡 Tip: Leverage available grants and support to enhance your security measures. Cyber threats evolve every day, and staying informed is your best defence. Visit CommSec to sign up for our newsletter and receive in-depth news, insights, and actionable tips directly in your inbox. 📧 Your trusted source for cybersecurity expertise. #CyberSecurity #CISO #DORA #Compliance #DataPrivacy #CommSec

🔦Spotlight on Professional Services: Expertise to Protect Your Business With cyber-attacks at an all-time high— averaging 1,876 per business per week (Check Point Software - UK and Ireland)—businesses need expert guidance to navigate these escalating threats. Success is in strategic direction and tailored controls to protect your business. Our Professional Services include: 🟣 Strategic Leadership: CISO and DPO as a Service to help strengthen your security. 🟣 Digital Forensics: Rapid response to cyber incidents to limit the damage. 🟣 Cyber Assessments: Customised to meet ISO 27001 and other compliance standards. 🟣 Proactive Risk Management: Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) frameworks to anticipate and prevent threats. 🟣Leadership Training: Bespoke programmes that empower senior leaders to understand, anticipate, and tackle today’s most critical cyber threats and responsibilities. With GDPR fines of €5 billion so far, non-compliance risks are huge. Partner with us to stay secure, compliant, and future-proof. #CyberSecurity #ProfessionalServices #DigitalForensics #CyberAssessments #GRCLeadership #GDPR

🌐 A new year means new cybersecurity tools right? With over 3,200 vendors to evaluate, the process can be overwhelming. But it doesn’t have to be. In our latest guide, we break down the 10 essential tips to help you navigate the vendor selection maze with confidence. From integration to compliance, we’ve got you covered. 💡 Swipe through the slides to discover actionable insights that will streamline your decision-making process and keep your organisation secure. Need tailored advice? Let our experts help. 💬 Get in touch today! #Cybersecurity #VendorSelection #ITSecurityStrategy #CommSec

📊 IT Leaders, we want to hear from you! 🎯 As we kick off 2025, what’s the biggest challenge keeping you up at night? 🌙💻 Vote below: 1️⃣ AI Gone Rogue 🤖: Keeping up with AI-driven threats 2️⃣ Third-Party Chaos 🔗: Managing supply chain risks 3️⃣ Identity Crisis 🔐: Securing human and non-human identities 4️⃣ Data Breach Drama 🚨: Preparing for the next big breach Have a different pain point? Drop it in the comments! ⬇️ #Cybersecurity2025 #ITLeadership #CyberResilience #CommSec

As the festive season brings new smartphones, tablets, and gadgets into your home, it is the perfect time to think about online safety. If you are a parent, caregiver, or educator, we highly recommend exploring the Empowering Young Digital Citizens eLearning course. This free, self-paced course is designed to help you support the young people in your life as they navigate the online world safely and responsibly. Developed by CyberSafeKids with support from Rethink Ireland and CommSec Cyber Security, it covers key areas of online safety and digital literacy, including: ✅ Privacy and Security ✅ Cyberbullying ✅ Positive Uses of Technology ✅ Online Risks ✅ Gaming ✅ Digital Literacy ✅ Cybersecurity Equip yourself with the tools and knowledge to implement parental controls, foster safe digital habits, and empower young digital citizens. To access this free course, go to: https://buff.ly/420pDaK #OnlineSafetyforKids #DigitalMediaLiteracy #OnlineSafetyEducation #cybersafekids #CommSec Niall Gaffney David McNamara Alex Cooney

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🎉 As we step into 2025, it is clear that understanding regulations like NIS2, DORA, and CER remains a top priority for IT leaders. Our most-read blog of 2024 dives deep into these critical frameworks, helping organisations navigate the complexities of EU GRC requirements. With DORA set to come into force on 16 January 2025, this is a timely reminder to ensure your organisation is prepared to comply with these new regulations and safeguard against operational risks. 📖 Read our blog to stay informed and ahead of the curve: https://buff.ly/3C5sDrz #GRCInsights #DORACompliance #CyberRegulations #NIS2 #CommSec

✨ Here's to 2025! 🎉 As we welcome a new year, it is the perfect time to set new goals for your cyber security strategy. Trust a partner who prioritises your security, helps reduce risk, and supports your business's objectives. Wishing you a secure, successful, and Happy New Year! 🥂 #CyberSecurity #Trust #ReduceRisk #Compliance #NIS2 #DORA #Happy2025

👩👩👧👦 🎄 🤓 If you have a little free time over the festive holiday and are looking for something interesting and informative, that will also help you prepare your child to navigate the online world safely, try our free Empowering Young Digital Citizens eLearning course! Created with funding from Rethink Ireland and thanks to ongoing support from CommSec Cyber Security this online, self-paced eLearning course helps parents, caregivers and educators better prepare children for their online lives. All the major aspects of #onlinesafety and the digital world are covered through distinct 'missions': Privacy and Security, Cyberbullying, Positive Uses, Online Risks, Gaming, Digital Literacy and Cybersecurity. To access this free course, please go to: https://lnkd.in/ekjChawx #OnlineSafetyforKids #DigitalMediaLiteracy #OnlineSafetyEducation