International Cybersecurity expert Mark Cross delivered two engaging and insightful talks about the ever-evolving cyber threat landscape.
The first event, which was for the Island’s Business Analysts, organised and hosted by the BA Network IOM and sponsored by Utmost International Isle of Man, saw Mark deliver a presentation on ‘The Fishtank that Owned a Casino’, an indepth, real-world case study that highlighted vulnerabilities in cybersecurity and their impact on businesses.
As part of the sponsorship, Mark then kindly delivered an exclusive session for UCM’s Cybersecurity degree students the following day, offering them first-hand insights into current industry challenges and trends. His visit provided students with a unique opportunity to gain real-world cybersecurity knowledge from a leading expert in the field.
UCM’s Principal, Jesamine Kelly, said: "Mark is a globally recognised expert, with over 25 years of international experience in business analysis and cybersecurity; having an industry expert of his calibre speak directly to our students was such a fantastic opportunity for our students. His insights into real-world cybersecurity challenges and evolving threats provided our students with a deeper understanding of how their studies apply in practice.
“A huge thank you to Bronia from the BA Network and Utmost International for making this possible. Engaging with professionals like Mark, as well as the Island’s employers and professional networks helps to bridge the gap between education and industry, preparing our students for future careers in this critical field."
Ben Callow from Utmost International added: ". Not only is supporting education and skills development in cybersecurity essential for the future of our industry, but facilitating the growth of Business Analysts across the Island also plays a vital role in strengthening our business community. Bringing Mark to the island was an easy decision, and we were pleased to be part of it
Bronia Anderson-Kelly, Founder of the BA Network IOM, added: “When I heard Mark speak at a conference a couple of years ago, I was eager to bring him to the Island to present to the Business Analysis community. The BA industry on the Island is really strong, and events like this go to show how important our role within an organisation is.”