Strengthening Cybersecurity in Higher Education
This session explores critical aspects of cybersecurity in higher education, offering insights into certification processes, defense strategies, and risk management practices.
Simone Piunno will discuss Bocconi University’s journey toward ISO27001 certification, a process that required collaboration across departments, including HR and physical security. The initiative involved developing policies, conducting gap analyses, training staff, and establishing a monitoring system to ensure continuous improvement. This presentation highlights the practical steps institutions can take to enhance their cybersecurity posture.
Roy Dragseth will share the experiences of UiT The Arctic University of Norway, which has been the target of repeated cyberattacks and espionage attempts by a foreign state actor. Located in a geopolitically sensitive region, the university faced significant challenges over five years. The session will outline the timeline of these incidents, their consequences, and the measures implemented to protect against future threats.
Agnethe Sidselrud will focus on the role of asset management in reducing cybersecurity risks. Drawing from the Norwegian higher education sector, the presentation will address the challenges institutions face in meeting national security requirements, particularly in managing information and other assets. Insights from dialogues with higher education institutions will be shared, along with recommendations for best practices in asset management.
Together, these presentations provide a comprehensive look at the challenges and strategies involved in strengthening cybersecurity in higher education, offering practical insights and lessons learned from real-world experiences.
Moderators: Thorsten Küfer and Asbjørn Thorsen
Download the presentations:
ISO27001 certification to upgrade your cybersecurity
Protecting your university against spies
Need to reduce risk in information security? Asset management is your secret ingredient
