Espria hosts “SOC vs The Clock”, an immersive cyberattack simulation, at the Churchill War Rooms, London
Espria, will be hosting “SOC vs The Clock,” a high-intensity, immersive simulation event in partnership with Sophos. This experience is designed to provide IT and finance/operational leaders with a first-hand experience of the speed, impact and financial ramifications of a
cybersecurity breach.
“SOC vs The Clock” is a first-of-its-kind event that brings together the IT and
finance/data functions to tackle a simulated cyber-attack, providing a unique
opportunity to see the impact and costs unfold in real-time. Participants will be split
into teams, to collaborate and approach problems from both a technical and financial
perspective, to put their skills and knowledge of cyber defences to the test.
The event will be held on 7th October at Churchill War Rooms.
“The real cost of a cyberattack and its complexity are a whole business concern,
rather than just the exclusive responsibility for the IT department. There is a real
need to protect the business as a whole, rather than just the data held,” commented
Stephen Cook, Head of Sales at Espria.“We wanted to share an experience that moves beyond passive theoretical
presentations and puts leaders in the hot seat. In a cyberattack, every second counts
and delays and indecision can cost companies dearly. Unless you’re in the room
when it’s happening, it’s impossible to understand the pressure of protecting your
business during a live cyberattack.“By having IT and operational teams work in tandem, against the clock, we are
aiming to impart a much deeper appreciation for the critical need for a unified
security strategy. This event is about empowering organisations to make faster, more
informed decisions to save their businesses.”Cook concludes, “It’s time for business leaders to ask themselves the tough
questions. Are you tested and ready for phishing attacks? Do you have the right
protocols in place, are you actively scanning for vulnerabilities, and what is your
MDR strategy? We believe this event is unmissable for IT and finance leaders, who
must lead the charge together to build a more resilient, collaborative security posture
for their business.”
To reserve your space for “SOC vs The Clock,” please visit
https://www.espria.com/lp/soc-vs-the-clock-registration/.
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