Fortifying Municipal Defenses: Protecting Your Community from Cyber Threats

October 31, 2024 • Digital Services

This webinar covers the following:

  1. Protecting Citizen Data: How to ensure sensitive information is stored and transmitted securely.
  2. Ransomware Defense Strategies: Preparing for and responding to ransomware attacks.
  3. Cyber Hygiene for Staff: Building a culture of cybersecurity awareness through training and education.
  4. Threat Detection & Response: Tools and techniques to detect and neutralize threats before they escalate.
  5. Incident Response Plans: How municipalities can recover quickly from cyberattacks.

Presenters:

Welcome and Introduction
Rebecca Christoforidis
Senior Content Marketing Manager, GHD Digital

Understanding Cyber Threats and Municipal Vulnerabilities
Ben Barnes
Technical Director – IT Operations, GHD

Incident Response and Insurance Considerations
Shannon Devane
LAS Program Manager – Municipal Risk Management

Collaboration with Law Enforcement
Officer Nate Matthew
Detective Constable, Cyber Crime Unit - Halton Regional Police Service

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