Deputy national guard minister opens cybersecurity awareness exhibition

Deputy National Guard Minister Nasser Al-Daoud has opened a mobile cybersecurity awareness exhibition, a project initiated by the National Cybersecurity Authority. This initiative, part of a national campaign to boost cybersecurity awareness, was inaugurated in collaboration with the National Cybersecurity Authority. The event, attended by authority officials and ministry staff, seeks to foster a culture of cybersecurity within the ministry, addressing the growing cyber threats and strengthening cooperation between relevant entities.

Spanning two days, the exhibition features six distinct pavilions, each designed to engage ministry staff with key cybersecurity concepts and their significance to national security. These pavilions employ interactive methods and modern tools to illustrate best practices in protecting against cyber threats. Live simulations of major cyberattacks provide a vivid understanding of potential risks, while guidance on workplace best practices helps mitigate risks in the cyber environment.

The ministry's effort to bolster its cybersecurity capabilities extends beyond the exhibition. It has launched the Bawasel platform, a virtual environment for conducting cyber exercises. This platform simulates real-world cyber threats, allowing for readiness assessments, capability sustainability, and skills development among personnel.