Conference Chairperson & Opening Remarks

Liam Lynch, L2 Cyber Security Solutions

Keeping Your Data Safe: Simple Steps for Public Sector Organisations

Speaker: Liam Lynch, L2 Cyber Security Solutions

• The basics of cybersecurity without the jargon.
• Practical tips to secure data and avoid common threats.
• Key warning signs of potential cyber risks.
• Everyday practices to improve data security

Bridging the Cyber Skills Gap: Training Solutions for Public Sector Teams

Speaker: Jan Carroll, Managing Director, Fortify Institute

• Funded Training Resources. Importance of cyber awareness for all as well as cyber skills training
• Commitment to Inclusive Training Practices. Diverse security teams improve cyber resilience
• Compliance with EU Cybersecurity Legislation. Leaders and managers require training to understand cyber risk

How to Protect Your Organisation from Cyber Attacks

Speaker: Lee Bristow, Director of Cyber & AI Governance, Saros Consulting

• Identify everyday threats like phishing, malware, and ransomware
• Learn straightforward actions to improve your organisation’s security
• Understand the importance of strong passwords and two-factor authentication
• Develop habits to avoid risky online behaviour
• Prepare a basic incident response plan to handle threats quickly

Managing Public Sector Data: Best Practices to Stay Compliant and Secure

Speaker: Pablo Jose Trevino Llorens, Director, Pablosec

• Follow simple guidelines for data storage, access, and sharing
• Understand how to safely archive and dispose of data
• Maintain data accuracy and consistency to support governance
• Build a culture of data responsibility within your organisation
• Implement easy-to-use tools to manage data securely

What to Do When Things Go Wrong: Planning for Data Breaches and Cyber Incidents

Speaker: Gillian Traynor, Director, Ambit Compliance

• Develop an easy-to-follow plan for responding to data incidents
• Know who to contact and what steps to take immediately
• Practice scenarios to prepare staff for potential data breaches
• Learn how to communicate effectively during a crisis
• Review real-world examples of effective incident management

Cloud Storage and Data Security: What You Need to Know

Speaker: Fabio Cerullo, Managing Director at Cycubix

• Tips for choosing safe cloud services for public sector use
• Understand data ownership and how to keep cloud-stored information secure
• Learn how to manage data access and permissions in the cloud
• Make sure data stored in the cloud is backed up securely
• Create guidelines for safely sharing data using cloud platforms

What Does NIS 2 Mean for You in the Public Sector

Speaker: TJ McIntyre, Associate Professor, UCD Sutherland School of Law

• Stay up to date with new rules under the NIS 2 Directive
• Learn how NIS 2 has been implemented in Ireland, and what public bodies are in its scope
• Identify practical issues in meeting cybersecurity requirements
• Implement best practices to ensure compliance without complexity

Protecting Public Information: Easy Data Management Tips for Everyday Use

Speaker: Kammil Mahajan, CEO of Advice Bytes, PhD Researcher in AI Security

• Practice safe ways to handle data at every step of its lifecycle
• Understand the importance of access controls and permissions
• Maintain clear records of data activities for transparency
• Regularly review and update data management practices
• Build simple routines to keep data secure in daily operations