Strengthening cyber resilience in Scotland.
A new ‘cyber observatory' to help protect Scotland's public
bodies from online threats will be set up as part of a package of
measures to promote the country's cyber-security.
A newly published refreshed Strategic Framework for a Cyber
Resilient Scotland details actions and support to help people,
businesses and organisations across Scotland, including local
authorities, NHS boards and schools to recognise and prepare for
inevitable cyber threats and ensure that Scotland stays ahead of
the ever-growing cyber risk.
The Scottish Cyber Coordination Centre's Cyber Observatory will
analyse and share early warnings on cyber threats across the
public sector, helping to identify emerging risks so
organisations can be more proactive in managing the online
threat.
As part of the refresh, the Scottish Government will
continue to support take-up of cyber security learning
opportunities across schools, colleges and universities. We have
also pledged £300,000 to the Upskilling Fund to strengthen the
cyber security skills of the public sector workforce.
This Framework details a vision to protect Scotland's digital
infrastructure and security by embedding cyber resilience into
the design of systems – safeguarding the critical public services
that people across Scotland rely on every day.
Justice Secretary, said:
“Digital technology is driving Scotland's economic growth and
shaping our future. That's why cyber resilience and digital
safety are more important than ever.
“We all rely on websites, apps, systems, and data in our daily
lives – and while they bring great benefits, we must ensure they
are safe and secure to use. Cyber threats are evolving rapidly,
and it is our shared responsibility to meet the challenges facing
Scotland. The Scottish Cyber Coordination Centre's Cyber
Observatory in particular will be vital in alerting organisations
to potential threats.
“This strategic framework promotes essential collaboration across
government and sectors. Those partnerships are vital to keep our
people, businesses, and services safe – and for building a
digitally secure and resilient Scotland.”
Karen Meechan, CEO of ScotlandIS and Chair of the CyberScotland
Partnership said:
“A cyber resilient Scotland is built on partnership. This
framework sets out not just what we need to protect, but how we
work together across public, private and third sectors to do it.
Our resilience depends on our shared commitment to act, learn and
support one another”
Background
The Strategic Framework
for a Cyber Resilient Scotland 2025 - 2030 - gov.scot
Public sector organisations: National public bodies:
directory - gov.scot
Cyber Upskilling Funding:
Public Sector - ScotlandIS
