About The Event
Our 2024 edition of the Cyber Security workshop is scheduled for 6th and 7th August 2024, over
Zoom. This special two-day training workshop will cover key principles and rights under the DPDP
Act, integrating data privacy into business continuity planning and strategies to manage financial
impacts of cyber incidents.
The agenda is structured to be pertinent for senior and middle management across all functional
roles, beyond just IT, and should be viewed as essential training for all key executives.
The format is based on two modules, spread across two half-days. All modules will include a
combination of speaker presentations and Q&A segments.
The workshop will be led by two experts: Monish Chatrath, a Certified Data Protection Officer
and Kirti Kumar, an accomplished senior leader in global information security.
Who Should Attend
The agenda covers intense modules for becoming adept at understanding cyber threats,maintaining personal cyber hygiene and building a strong cyber security architecture.
For this reason, it is relevant for senior and middle management executives across functions.
Given the implications of the issues involved, it should be considered part of their ‘essential’ training and awareness building.
Event Speakers
Monish Chatrath is a Chartered Accountant, an accredited Data Protection Officer and a certified GDPR practitioner, with his accreditations reviewed and endorsed by the European Risk Policy Institute. With over 34 years of professional experience in both the accounting profession and industry, he has held significant roles in renowned firms such as Arthur Andersen, KPMG, Grant Thornton and Mazars.
In the industry, Monish has served in management positions at Schlumberger, Barista Coffee and Exl Services. He is highly respected for his insights and expertise in corporate governance and risk management, having co-authored several publications on these subjects. His achievements include establishing financial centers, integrating organisations with diverse cultures and creating centers of excellence through controls assessments and change management.
Monish's contributions and leadership have earned him several accolades. He was recognised as one of ‘India’s 50 Fastest Growing CEOs’ in 2017 and one of ‘India’s 30 Most Trusted CEOs’ in 2018. Additionally, he was a nominee for CFO of the Year in 2002.
Kirti Kumar has over 20 years of international experience in IT Risk Advisory and Governance, having worked in India, the Far East, Europe and the Middle East & Africa. Throughout his career, he has served well-respected organisations such as Thomson Reuters, Accenture, Wipro, HCL and Huawei Technologies. Kirti's extensive background has equipped him with a deep understanding of the global IT landscape and the diverse challenges faced by these regions.
He is a certified Data Protection Officer and GDPR practitioner, ITIL Expert, PRINCE2 Practitioner, Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, CISM, and Lead Implementer in ISO 27001:2013. Kirti's strong implementation and audit expertise in business continuity, cybersecurity and privacy domains have been crucial in deploying processes and policies for privacy and information security management systems. His comprehensive skill set and experience make him a valuable asset in ensuring robust IT governance and risk management across various organizations.
Agenda
DAY 1: 6th August, 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Module 1: The Bottom Line of Cyber: Turning Threats into Dollars and Cents for Effective Decision-Making
Participants will explore the financial impact of cybercrime on businesses in India, learn cost estimation frameworks and review real-world case studies. They will also discuss building business cases, prioritizing cybersecurity investments, aligning with risk management and best practices for optimizing ROI.Section 1 - Quantifying Cyber Losses
9:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Understand how cyber threats can disrupt business performance and profitability, uncovering the direct financial ramifications of cyber incidents such as data breaches and downtime. Learn about sophisticated frameworks like Breach Cost Models, Business Impact Analysis and Scenario-Based Modelling that quantify potential financial losses. Gain insights from real-world case studies illustrating these frameworks' application in practical scenarios, showing how businesses navigate and mitigate financial risks associated with cyber threats. This session aims to equip you with valuable knowledge and tools to better understand and manage the financial implications of cybercrime on your organisation.
Break : 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM
Section 2 - Integrating Cybersecurity into Financial Planning
11:00 AM to 12:30 PM
The session delves into the essential elements of cybersecurity strategy for executives, focusing on building a robust business case for investments. It also covers a thorough cost-benefit analysis of cybersecurity measures, emphasising the prioritisation of investments based on risk assessment aligned with enterprise risk management frameworks. Following a Q&A session, participants will engage in a group discussion addressing challenges in quantifying losses due to cyber threats.
The session aims the participants to:
• Gain insights into the economic impact of cybercrime on business performance in IndiaUnderstand
• Understand financial implications such as data breach costs and downtime
• Learn about frameworks like Breach Cost Models and Scenario-Based Modelling for cost estimation
• Explore real world case-studies illustrating cybersecurity challenges and solutions
• Develop strategies for building a business case, conducting cost benefit analysis, and prioritizing cybersecurity investments aligned with enterprise risk management
DAY 2: 7th August, 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Module 2: Privacy and Preparedness: A Workshop on the DPDP Act and Business Continuity
The session delves into the DPDP Act's objectives, principles and individual rights, as well as the importance of business continuity, types of disruptions, and key components of a Business Continuity Plan (BCP). It also explores how the DPDP Act interacts with BCP ensuring data privacy, best practices and real world examples of maintaining compliance during disruptions.Section 1 - Demystifying the DPDP Act
9:00 AM to 10:15 AM
The session starts with Data Protection and Privacy Directive Act, highlighting its key objectives aimed at safeguarding personal data within organisational frameworks. Emphasising core principles such as accountability, transparency, purpose limitation and data minimisation, it underscores their significance in compliance strategies. Participants will also gain insights into the rights accorded to individuals under the DPDP Act, including the right to access, rectification, and erasure of their personal data.
Break : 10:15 AM to 10:45 AM
Section 2 - Building Business Continuity: Integrating DPDP Compliance into the Why and How
10:45 AM to 12:15 PM
The session will delve into the essential components of a Business Continuity Plan, including rigorous risk assessments, impact analyses and robust recovery strategies. Emphasising the intersection of business continuity with data privacy, it explores how the Data Privacy and Data Protection Act influences BCP formulation, stressing the importance of data backups, secure recovery protocols and comprehensive employee training to safeguard sensitive information. Best practices for maintaining data privacy during disruptions will be shared, alongside compelling real-world examples of businesses successfully navigating crises while upholding data privacy compliance standards.
The session aims the participants to:
• Understand the DPDP Act's objectives and regulatory framework for data privacy and protection
• Learn core principles like accountability and transparency under the DPDP Act
• Discover individual rights such as access and erasure granted by DPDP Act
• Recognise the vital role of business continuity in today's digital environment
• Integrate data privacy into Business Continuity Plans to mitigate disruptions effectively
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