“The Ministry of National Security has been working diligently to help ensure that Bermuda has adequate capabilities to defend against cyber threats,” Minister of National Security Michael Weeks said in the House of Assembly on Friday [June 16].
The Minister said, “The Ministry of National Security has been working diligently to help ensure that Bermuda has adequate capabilities to defend against cyber threats. After conducting an assessment and capacity building workshop with the International Telecommunications Union and Bermuda Critical Infrastructure stakeholders, the Ministry developed a plan and structure for a dedicated cybersecurity unit.
“When this unit is operational, it will establish and operate the Bermuda Cybersecurity Incident Response team. The unit will also provide specialized cybersecurity resources and capabilities to support the protection of Bermuda Critical National Infrastructure entities within both the public and private sectors.
“In addition to providing on island cyber defense resources and capabilities, the unit will also provide cybersecurity training and opportunities for Bermudians to gain experience and skills in the important and growing…
