In a first, Lockheed Martin of the United States on Thursday announced an initiative in collaboration with Nasscom’s Data Security Council of India (DSCI) to help small and medium enterprises secure t
In a first, Lockheed Martin of the United States on Thursday announced an initiative in collaboration with Nasscom’s Data Security Council of India (DSCI) to help small and medium enterprises secure their data from cyber attacks.
“The idea is to raise awareness about cyber security so that these businesses protect themselves from online threats to their data and intellectual property (IP). The pilot will begin in August or September, and the project will start running by the end of 2016,” Phil Shaw, chief executive, Lockheed Martin India, said.
This collaborative effort will contribute to two key programmes — Make in India and Digital India.
The initiative includes an interactive cyber security awareness web portal with resources for businesses to safely manage their digital presence. The portal would promote responsible online behaviour and provide guidance on designing secure IT systems. It is also intended to drive engagement within the SMB community through materials for businesses to train their workforce using computer based training modules, video messages and computer games about online safety.
The partnership also includes stakeholder engagement activities. Under the programme, DSCI would forge alliances with relevant stakeholders including industry bodies, development centres, technical education boards and others. These stakeholders would promote the programme and key messages about online safety and security.
Rama Vedashree, CEO, DSCI, said: “Digital technologies will play a key role in enhancing SMBs competitiveness and their growth agenda. As SMBs and their workforce embark on their digital journeys, they need to protect themselves against cyber attacks.”
