Cybersecurity Series E15: Swantje Westpfahl, Director and CEO of the Institute for Security and Safety at UAS Mannheim

Welcome to episode 15 in our Cybersecurity Series of the Alldus Podcast, the show where we explore the  latest trends, insights and strategies within Cybersecurity to help safeguard the digital world.

Powered by Alldus International, our goal is to share with you the insights of Cybersecurity industry experts to share their invaluable perspectives on emerging threats, innovative defenses and the evolving landscape of cybersecurity.

Today’s guest is Swantje Westpfahl, Director and CEO of the Institute for Security and Safety at Mannheim University of Applied Sciences. Founded in 2012, the institute’s goal is to build bridges between experts and non-experts to make cybersecurity an inherent part of work and private life. They promote cybersecurity resilience and an international exchange of knowledge by providing security assessments and advice, international education and training concepts, and contributing to research projects worldwide.

In her role, Swantje’s main objectives are the strategic development of the institute and the expansion of cooperation projects. She coordinates R&D as well as building activities of the Institute, especially with a focus on new developments in cyber security with respect to critical infrastructures, i.e. the energy and automotive industry. Swantje’s main areas of expertise are security culture, capacity building and didactics, cyber security in international relations and AI. She is dedicated to empower her team in order to strengthen Cybersecurity around the world.

In today’s episode, Swantje talks about:

Her unconventional journey from teaching to cybersecurity consulting

How Cybersecurity involves combating organized, well-structured cybercrime groups

As Cybercriminals specialize and collaborate; defenders must do likewise

Building a cybersecurity culture requires tailored training and leadership commitment

Cybersecurity culture takes time but boosts collaboration and resilience

Her advice to study standards for security and seek tailored help

To find out more about all the great work happening at Institute for Security and Safety at UAS Mannheim, check out the website www.uniss.org and follow them on LinkedIn. You can also connect with Swantje directly on LinkedIn.

If you’re interested in exploring our latest Cybersecurity jobs, check out our live vacancies or upload your resume today to keep up to date with all the latest opportunities.

Subscribe to The Alldus Podcast: