Automotive
Developed in collaboration with leading industry experts, this program ensured that businesses working in the Automotive sector had the necessary knowledge and tools to adopt the cybersecurity technologies and best-practices to compete globally and access national and international supply chains.
Elegibility Criteria:
Staff must be employed in Ontario
Organization must be operating in or adjacent to the Advanced Manufacturing sector
Cyber Integration for Businesses > Automotive
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Funding provided in part by
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Webinar
For executives and technical leaders
Geared specifically towards senior leaders working in the Automotive sector, the webinar offered expert insights on safe and secure digital adoption and integration. This event kicked off with a panel discussion featuring industry experts AJ Khan (CEO, Vehiqilla Inc.), John Heaton (Cybersecurity Partner, KPMG), Colin Singh Dhillon (President, ImagineQ Inc), and Jennifer Quaid (Executive Director, CCTX), followed by a session led by senior cybersecurity advisors at the Catalyst.
The Automotive Sector Cybersecurity Webinar took place January 30, 2024.
Dates and Location
Date: Tuesday, October 9, 2024
Time: 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Location: Virtual
Topics Covered
- Effective cyber risk management
- Identification and implementation of cybersecurity goals and controls
- Sector-based standards and compliance
- Supply chain requirements
- Threat and technical context training
Panelists
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Bootcamp
For technical and non-technical professionals
This specialized bootcamp was designed for staff within participating Automotive companies – ideally, those with responsibility for technology planning, procurement, integration, and operations. Programming included experiential learning, interactive discussions, and access to insights from cybersecurity experts.
Learners were provided job aids such as checklists and templates for use within their organizations, and qualifying companies also gained access to a one-year associate membership within CCTX.
The Automotive Sector Bootcamp took place in Winter 2024.
Overview
Topics Covered
- Foundational cybersecurity risks
- Protecting data and intellectual property
- Cybersecurity and operational technology
- Security-by-design principles and connectivity risks
- Third party and digital supply chain risk
- Incident response and cyber resilience
Dates & Locations
Duration: Six weeks (two hours of virtual programming per week)
Date: Winter 2024
Time: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Location: Virtual
Cost: Free
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Self-Assessment & 1-on-1 Consultation
Self-Assessments
Take this online self-assessment to better understand your cybersecurity posture. This tool is available to all, and will provide you with a report that identifies critical shortcomings and provides insights for improving your organization’s cybersecurity.
1-on-1 Consultations
Once you have completed the assessment, qualifying participants will be invited to
apply for a free consultation with a Catalyst cybersecurity advisor. Receive support in
identifying critical shortcomings, prioritizing activities for safe and secure tech adoption and scaling, and developing an action plan for cybersecurity posture improvements.
