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The Cyber Blueprint: Strengthening Security in Advanced Manufacturing

17 January | 8:30 am - 1:00 pm

 

Hosted by Burnley College, Seriun MSP, and North West Aerospace Alliance, the event will deliver actionable insights, hands-on exercises, and proven approaches to strengthen cyber resilience.

Cyber security is critical for manufacturing and engineering businesses facing increasing cyber threats. This half-day event will equip IT and cyber managers with practical tools and strategies to protect operations, secure data, and drive growth.

Agenda

  • 8:30 Networking over breakfast
  • 9:00 Presentation
  • 9:45 Breakout session I
  • 10:15 Interval for refreshments
  • 10:30 Presentations
  • 11:00 Breakout session II
  • 11:30 Presentation
  • 12:00-13:00 Tour of Burnley College cyber / manufacturing divisions

Start with Networking Over Breakfast

Kick off with a hot bacon roll while you connect with industry peers, cyber experts, and leaders before diving into impactful presentations and workshops.

What You’ll Learn

  • Roadmap to Cyber Essentials – Step-by-step guidance to achieving compliance
  • Applying Advanced Cyber Techniques – Defend against evolving cyber threats
  • Current SME Threats – Insights into the most pressing risks facing your business
  • Phishing Awareness – A hands-on session focusing on employee preparedness
  • Dark Web Insights – Stay ahead of cybercriminal tactics

Breakout Sessions

  • Network Segmentation & OT Security – Best practices to protect systems
  • Defending Against Emerging Threats – Practical resilience strategies
  • Cyber Essentials Gap Analysis – Identify and fix vulnerabilities

Optional Tour

After the event, explore Burnley College’s cutting-edge Cyber and Manufacturing Divisions to see the future of tech and talent.

Who Should Attend?

  • IT & Cyber Security Managers
  • Operations Leaders in Manufacturing and Engineering
  • Business Owners seeking stronger cyber resilience

Spaces are limited!

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Organiser

NWAA
Phone
01772 648800
Email
membership@aerospace.co.uk
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Venue

Burnley College
Princess Way
Burnley, Lancashire BB12 0AN United Kingdom
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