A practical, non-technical webinar for business leaders who need to understand cyber security as a business risk, not just an IT issue.
Synopsis
This webinar offers attendees a clearer understanding of how cyber security supports business objectives, why cyber risk should be treated as business risk, and how to make proportionate, risk-based decisions without needing deep technical knowledge.
The session will help leaders think more clearly about governance, reputation, and operational resilience, and how to protect the business functions that matter most.
Who should attend:
Business owner, Managing Director, CEO, COO, CISO, CIO, Heads of Risk, Heads of Compliance, Operations Director, as well as senior manager, Board member, Non-Executive Director or anyone with a responsibility for governance, operational resilience, or digital transformation.
Agenda:
- Welcome / Introduction
- Why cyber security is a business risk, not just a technical one
- Understanding cyber risk in business terms
- What organisations are really trying to protect
- Risk appetite, unacceptable losses, and proportionate decision-making
- Building resilience: people, process, technology, and reputation
- Practical actions for SMEs and senior leaders.
- Q&A
Our events are for adults aged 16 years and over.
This meeting is conducted in accordance with the BCS Code of Conduct for Meetings.
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Please note, if you have any accessibility needs, please let us know via groups@bcs.uk, and we’ll work with you to make suitable arrangements.
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For overseas delegates who wish to attend the event, please note that BCS does not issue invitation letters.
