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OneTrust DataGuidance Blog Alert: The UK Government to introduce Digital Information and Smart Data Bill.   The bill would enable new innovative uses of data to be safely developed and deployed, improve current data laws, and grant the ICO stronger powers. https://lnkd.in/eqBhrEu4

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The UK Government is embracing cloud technology like never before, revolutionising operations and citizen services. From passport applications to childcare support, the cloud's agility and scalability are driving remarkable transformations. With budgets tightening and guidance from the Central Digital and Data Office's roadmap, what should you prioritise? Ricky Walker Public Sector CTO at Kainos breaks it down in our latest blog below, part of techUK's Cloud week. 👇 #UKGovernment #CloudTransformation #DigitalServices #CloudFuture

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techUK is back with the cloud week and this it's all about the cloud for the future! Explore with us how Sovereign Cloud is boosting productivity and efficiency the public sector, with this amazing article by Aniket Patil. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/dytnrWFf #VE3 #ve3global #Cloud #SovereignCloud #PublicSector

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The NHS has taken steps to safeguard sensitive data and meet stringent Cyber Essentials standards. But how did they do it? Join our webinar on May 16th with Specops Software - an Outpost24 company to explore real-world case studies where the NHS successfully: ✅ Enforced robust password policies ✅ Continuously monitored for compromised passwords ✅ Eradicated weak passwords across the board This 30-minute session promises an engaging Q&A and live audience polling, giving you a direct line to subject matter experts. Share your thoughts, vote on pressing issues, and walk away with actionable insights to fortify your organization's password security: https://bit.ly/3UN2yEw

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Payroll compliance and security: A proactive approach to evolving cyber threats... Read more below 👇 Matthew Hillier CloudPay #SiliconScotland #SiliconNews #TrendingNews

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Last chance to get signed up for Yorkshire DevOps 18 tomorrow: https://lnkd.in/dYrEz6gm We have now announced our speakers: Kevin Kuszyk - Cloud Architect at Burendo Title: GitOps Club: The first rule of GitOps club is to talk about GitOps club (to anyone who will listen). Session Details: In this talk, we'll talk about how we've implemented GitOps with an AWS serverless architecture to enable 100s of production deployments a week for traditionally risk-averse customers. Jared Holgate - Senior Cloud Solution Architect at Microsoft Title: Credential free Terraform Deployments with Azure DevOps and GitHub Session Details: We'll cover Workload identity federation (WIF) and how you can use it with Azure DevOps and GitHub to remove the need to store and rotate secrets. WIF leverages OpenID Connect (OIDC) to build a trust. WIF is the Microsoft recommended approach for deploy time identities, so you'll want to know about this. Ethan S. Jared Holgate

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BT fined millions for failing to connect 999 calls #BT #NHS #Business #Security #Health #TSGTSG #SoftwareAssurance #BusinessSystems #BusinessSolutions #SoftwareTesting #SoftwareSolutions #QA #SoftwareQualityAssurance #TestDrivenDevelopment #TestManagement https://soamp.li/lUDe

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OAIC Reports regarding eligible data breach notifications under the NDB Scheme are vital resources for APP entities. We list out some key takeaways from the most recent report, below. #powerupyourprivacy #levelup #seriousaboutsecurity #SieraData #PrivacyAwarenessWeek

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Case Study: Public sector cloud technology needs to be secure and protect data. I-Finity worked with a South Yorkshire council to help them deal with high traffic to their site during Covid while remaining fully GDPR compliant. We used an Azure solution to help them scale their news website to keep everyone informed and up to date during Covid. #azure #azurecasestudy #casestudy

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Join the Payara virtual conference! 📞 If you’re interested in upping security in your Java applications, sign up for this free two-day event! Across the 26th and 27th of June, the talented team at Payara Services Ltd will share their insights on enhancing cyber resilience in the Java world. Visit their page to sign up now! #Payara #CyberSecurity #Java #JavaSecurity

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Tony V. sat down with CSG to discuss why GRAYS (Consulting Engineers) Ltd moved to outsource their IT management. Tony felt that due to the increase in internet threats, the consulting agency needed to address potential future issues and to ensure their client's data was also safe. We asked how well the partnership with CSG was going so far, to which Tony emphasised how he deals with a "fantastic group of people [who] gets tickets dealt with straight away and professionally." Tony goes on to express how CSG goes the extra mile by providing support in areas the team at GRAYS can’t manage themselves, helping provide more than a managed service. Our conversation continues with Tony explaining some of the value CSG Account Managers provide GRAYS. This includes how the CSG team takes the time to understand GRAYS' unique set-up and individual requirements. Having the personal 1-1 sessions with account managers allows for a more cost-effective approach to solving GRAYS problems. "We would definitely recommend CSG to anyone in the Construction Industry because of their professionalism, understanding of constraints within the market and their very helpful nature." - Tony Venn, Office and Facilities Manager at GRAYS (Consulting Engineers) Ltd. 📧 Contact sales@csgrp.uk to receive your FREE IT audit today and learn more about the areas that CSG can support you with. #EngineeringConsultants #EngineeringIndustry #ConsultingEngineers #ITSupport #ITManagement

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🎙️ Episode 4 of the Layer 8 Podcast is out now! Join us as Rebecca Markwick (Bex), an expert in #cybersecurity, explores the pitfalls of current #phishing testing practices. Bex, who has presented at PancakesCon and delivered a keynote at BSides Basingstoke, shares her insights on where phishing tests often miss the mark and offers strategies for improving them. Explore how we can refine these practices for better #security in this crucial conversation. Click below to listen to the entire episode and enhance your cybersecurity knowledge today! 🔐 https://spoti.fi/3xSYVDI #informationsecurity #riskmanagement #hacking #privacy #infosec

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Cybersecurity isn't just about protecting individual systems; it's about building a fortress for everyone. The more systems we secure, the safer we all become. Follow Pyralink for more insights and tips on staying secure in the digital age! For Enquiries: 🌐 pyralink.co.uk 📲 +44 (0)191 691 9300 📧 info@pyralink.co.uk #CyberSecurity #DigitalSafety #Pyralink #StaySecure #TechTips #CyberAwareness #InfoSec #OnlineSecurity #Cybersecurityexperts #SecureSystems #TechSafety #CybersecuritySolutions

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Getting certified with Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials+ not only equips your organisation with the knowledge and safeguards for working in The Cloud, but also demonstrates a professional approach to protecting data, helping charities to tender for specific contracts and secure funding opportunities. Speak to our team to see how we can help your organisation in achieving certification. https://buff.ly/44HBo5b #cyberessentials #onlinesecurity #cybersecurity #dataprotection

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If you don’t find yourself nodding in agreement with Mark Allen, Head of Cybersecurity at CloudCoCo Plc, during this interview then you need to ask yourself some hard questions. In particular, are you – and your company – taking the threat of cyberattacks seriously? Consider deepfakes, says Mark, who describes how one attack used “deepfakes to mimic senior board members during a video conference call, leading to fraudulent transaction approvals”. One of his suggested remedies is to bring back face-to-face meetings; the solution doesn’t have to be complex or cost thousands of dollars. In fact, this whole interview acts as a play-by-play guide on how to keep your business safer in 2024. “There’s a pervasive over-reliance on tools as a cure-all for security issues, but often it’s the user who’s duped into granting access initially,” Mark explains. “Even with these in place, we observe that breaches can remain undetected for long periods, with the tools themselves being leveraged by attackers to establish a successful foothold within IT systems.” We strongly recommend you read his words carefully because they could not only save you a lot of angst in the long run but also time and money. But don’t expect a simple fix. “It’s like a complex chess move,” he says, “where each step is coordinated to form a resilient and dynamic defence system.” So why listen to Mark at all? He has all the usual vendor-led training qualifications when it comes to IT platforms, but the foundation of his expertise lies in his extensive experience working closely with engineering teams, understanding what works, and bringing that technical knowledge to real-life scenarios. Find out more about it in his interview, here 👇 https://lnkd.in/gppcGp-b

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Are you and your company taking #CyberSecurity threats seriously? Catch Mark Allen's recent interview with TechFinitive.com below for insights on deepfakes, building a multi-layered cyber security strategy, and more. 👇👇👇

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Nearly 10 billion unique passwords have been leaked on the popular hacking forum, Breachforums 🔓 What can we do to prevent such incidents? Businesses should implement and enforce the use of strong passwords and require multifactor authentication (MFA) to enhance security. Additionally, regular password updates and user education on recognising phishing attempts are crucial steps in safeguarding sensitive information. Monitoring for data breaches and using password managers can also help mitigate risks. #CyberSecurity #DataBreach #Passwords #ITSupport

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