YCSC

Our Mission

“To create a cyber security community for which there is a mutual benefit for all.”
– Melanie Oldham OBE

Our Mission

We are dedicated to expanding the cyber security ecosystem through skills development, research and innovation, bringing value to the industry as a whole.

Our Vision

The YCSC envisions being a flagship for cyber security and adjacent professionals to come together, engage in thought-leadership and support new skills growth.

Our Values

We embody best practice, sharing knowledge, driving innovation and building the cyber security community across the Yorkshire region and wider.

Cyber Security Community

The Yorkshire Cyber Security Cluster brings together professionals, students, academics and the Government to nurture our cyber security community and build the local cyber ecosystem.

Strategy

Our goal is to highlight the growing need for society to adopt secure behaviours, and highlight the benefits of working collaboratively in the cyber security community. We host events, provide educational resources and conduct research into the region’s cyber landscape.

Educators

As part of the UK Cyber Security Forum, we are committed to providing opportunities for growth and collaboration to develop future cyber talent throughout Yorkshire. We frequently partner with local educational institutions, businesses and local governments to host events and provide career opportunities.

Industry leaders

Together with the regions’ leading industry professionals, the Yorkshire Cyber Security Cluster provides a platform to share ideas and best practices. As a thought leader in this community, we share opportunities, industry updates and support national and international cyber security initiatives.

Our Projects

Across Yorkshire, the YCSC is bringing together the best and brightest in the industry. From unparalleled networking opportunities to inspiring future generations, the YCSC provides a wealth of unique opportunities.

Knowledge Bank

Our Knowledge Bank is full of educational resources for all skill levels, written by industry professionals with a passion for cyber security.

Research and Innovation

A core component of this will be researching, analysing and mapping national and regional cyber security skills programmes; including evaluating the funding of these programmes.

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School Learners Outreach

We pay particularly close attention to the career pathways available to students when they leave education, to assist in their transition into the industry.

UKC3

Working with UKC3, the YCSC seeks to build thriving cyber ecosystems, innovation and skills in the region.

Our Partners