Andreas Iacovou
Team Leader National CSIRT-CY Digital Security Authority
Andreas between November 2017 and February 2023 served as a Team Coordinator and Team Leader for the National Computer Security Incident Response Team of the Republic of Cyprus , where he was responsible for incident management and Threat Intelligence . He holds a Bachelor ' s degree in Information Technology from Reading University and a Master ' s degree in Information Security from Royal Holloway , University of London . With a deep understanding of the field and a commitment to staying current with the latest security technologies , trends , and threats , He has previously worked as an engineer for Apple Inc . and as a security engineer for Gemalto / Thales .
With over five years of experience in delivering successful information security projects within budget and deadlines , he possesses a unique combination of technical expertise and problem-solving skills . He is also an effective communicator , able to translate technical concepts to non-technical audiences with ease .
Andreas is a recognized expert in information security , known for his frequent presentations at conferences both nationally and internationally . He has also represented the Republic of Cyprus at key European , international , and United Nations conferences , showcasing his knowledge in the expanding field of cybersecurity .
" Emerging Cyber Threats and Proactive Countermeasures "
The presentation was focused in addressing the Emerging Cyber Threats in Cyprus during 2022 and the Proactive Countermeasures taken by the Digital Security Authority .
The Emerging Cyber Threats included , but were not limited to some of the following :
• Phishing is becoming more sophisticated
• Working from home
• Aging systems
• Bring your on device ( BYOD )
• Cyber warfare and collateral damage
• Employee errors ( intentional and unintentional )
The presentation also showcased the number of incidents reported to the Authority , the kind of incident and the sector affected .
The presentation concluded by showing the measures the Digital Security Authority is currently taking to address most of the Emerging Cyber Threats that have been seen in Cyprus the last few years .