During a lecture at the Industry 4.0 & Automation Academy, Tom Tuunainen presented critical insights into managing cybersecurity challenges in the era of digital transformation. The lecture emphasized the necessity for organizations to integrate robust cybersecurity practices into their operational framework.
Key recommendations included allocating sufficient resources for cybersecurity, ensuring continuity planning, and utilizing real-time monitoring to mitigate risks. Organizations are urged to define and protect critical digital assets, implement multi-factor authentication, and apply updates promptly. Additionally, measures such as network segmentation and adopting secure configurations are essential to defend against potential threats like ransomware, DDoS attacks, and malware.
A central theme was the importance of leadership in driving cybersecurity culture, alongside regular employee training and the establishment of clear reporting channels for security incidents. The session highlighted the urgency of compliance with directives like NIS 2, emphasizing the responsibility of all stakeholders in safeguarding business-critical environments.
These insights reinforce that the path to digital resilience lies in proactive, integrated, and continuously evolving security measures.
You can download the presentation slides (in Finnish) from this link:
https://www.cybernorth.se/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Tietoturva_teknologiassa.pdf