Description
Despite global efforts, cyber crimes are on the rise. The role of cyber security professionals is becoming more crucial than ever. Their expertise is the key to combating the rising tide of security breaches, which have resulted in billions of pounds of damages worldwide, including in the UK. While end-users are frequently labelled as the “weakest link,” there is a need to understand the “human factors” beyond the end-users. Security Professionals are also human beings and are susceptible to errors, biases, and limitations that can compromise organisational security.In this talk, we will explore the multifaceted challenges faced by cyber security professionals by departing from the prolific stance of “end-users as the weakest link” and extending the umbrella of the “human element” to cyber security professionals. We will look at the psychological and cognitive burdens, complexities of decision-making under pressure and consequences when things go wrong. In doing so, we will delve into the impact of workload, stress, and burnout on the performance and well-being of cybersecurity professionals. Moreover, we will discuss the strategies to mitigate these challenges.
| Period | 20 Aug 2024 |
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| Event title | 7th Strathclyde International Perspectives on Cybercrime Summer School |
| Event type | Conference |
| Degree of Recognition | International |