Challenges and Opportunities in the Canadian Cybersecurity Industry

According to a recent report, the demand for cyber talent in Canada is increasing by 7 percent annually. Between 2016 and 2021, 8000 new cybersecurity roles will be created in Canada.

Join us for a panel discussion on how industry and academia can work together to respond to this demand for highly trained cybersecurity professionals. The discussion will be hosted by Prof. Jose Sierra, the director of Northeastern’s Master’s program in Cybersecurity, and will feature a variety of leading cybersecurity professionals.

Panelists:

– Raluca Blidaru (Director of Information Security Management – Manulife Financial)

– Laura Evertsen (Sr. Director of Cyber Operations – RBC)

– Mike Martin (Professor – Seneca College)

– Kent Schramm (Director of Cyber Risk – Deloitte)

The event will take place on campus, located at First Canadian Place (100 King Street West), 46th floor.

To register, click here.