Today, NCC Group launched a new cyber policy report, ‘Digital Dawn: Cyber Security Policy in the Wake of Political Change’, providing a strategic guide for political and business decision makers worldwide.
In this bumper election year, the report offers new and existing governments a deeper understanding of how their counterparts in other areas of the world are tackling similar cyber security issues.
The findings explore:
- The role of government in securing cyberspace
- The cyber security opportunities and challenges governments face in 2024
- NCC Group’s recommendations for the top five cyber priorities for governments
Drawing from NCC Group’s insights and new research, which included commissioning polling from J.L. Partners to examine public opinion on cyber security issues and conducting interviews with key people from across the global cyber policy ecosystem, the report urges policymakers to establish long-term digital resilience.
NCC Group identifies five key policy areas it believes new and existing governments must prioritize to achieve this in practice:
1. 21st-century cyber laws that define responsibilities, harmonise rules, and are underpinned with proper enforcement.
2. Digital safety nets for small and medium-sized businesses and organisations, embedding security in the digital products and services they rely on.
3. Fortifying government defences by investing in public sector cyber resilience, building trust in government services, and leading by example.
4. Forging a cyber resilient population – promoting cyber literacy, developing cyber professionals, and updating cyber laws.
5. Long-term, evidence-driven policymaking structures.
Mike Maddison, CEO at NCC Group, commented:
“I am excited to share NCC Group’s latest contribution to the ever-evolving cyber policy debate. I want to thank all those who have taken the time to share their views with us; it makes me incredibly proud to see NCC Group’s convening power of the global cyber community in action in such a meaningful way.
“Our report emphasises just how important it is for incoming governments to stay focused on cyber security and resilience amidst the many competing priorities they will face. While the citizens who will have elected their governments recognise the challenges of safeguarding and maintaining trust in the systems that impact their daily lives, it is evident that they want to feel safe in the digitally interconnected world within which they live.
“It’s clear that governments taking appropriate action to keep their citizens safe will be critical to maintaining trust in public institutions and unleashing the huge potential of the digital economy.
“Whether you are a business or a political decision maker, I believe that our findings and conclusions will be invaluable to keeping cyber security at the top of your agenda.”
Download the full report to access the latest public perception, drivers for policy change, key insights from Government Advisors, and your own copy of our digital cyber security priorities framework.
About NCC Group
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With decades of experience, NCC Group is committed to developing sustainable solutions that continue to meet clients’ current and future cyber security challenges.