NISC 2013 - Cyber Hype?


Technology is evolving, the internet is diversifying and digital technology is an everyday necessity. As our use and reliance of everything “cyber” increases, so do the risks.  In 2013, the National Information Security Conference, will address the issues faced by organisations; the opportunities, the threats and the practicalities of cyber or is it all just “cyber hype”.

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"NISC has been an excellent opportunity to share experiences and ideas about the current security landscape in a friendly, professional setting."
Ian Lowe, Information Security Specialist, BAE Systems

 

Speaker Highlights!

  • Ken Macdonald, Asst Commissioner, Information Commissioners Office
  • Calum Mitchell, Head of Intelligence & Risk, BskyB 
  • John Yeo, EMEA Director, Trustwave SpiderLabs
  • Mark Evans, IT Manager, Rider Levett Bucknall
  • Tim Watson, Director of Cyber Security Centre, De Montfort University
  • John Lyons, Chief Executive Officer, International Cyber Security Protection Agency
  • Alan Moffat, Chairman, Scottish Information Assurance Forum
     

CPE Points for all NISC Delegates!

All NISC conference participants are eligible to receive 5-7 total continuing professional education (CPE) credits. These credits are recognised by professional organisations such as ISACA (in respect of CISM) and CISA; CIPFA, ISACA (CISSP) and the CLAS scheme (ITPC).

Latest Confirmed Sponsors

  • F5 Networks
  • Fortinet
  • Trustwave
  • Check Point
  • Egress Software
  • Metacompliance
  • Stonesoft

Media Partners

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"Sapphire has brought together a range of suppliers, delegates and topics in one venue that will help you to make more timely and more informed decisions on information security investments.”
Nigel Appleton, Head of Infomatics, Shrewsbury & Telford Hospital NHS Trust