The initiative includes several sub-initiatives that are interested in cybersecurity, such as establishing a digital newsletter for the chair, enriching Arabic content in the field, equipping specialized laboratories, measuring the satisfaction of beneficiaries, and developing curricula in the field.
- Prepare bulletins on how to deal with the risk of electronic intrusions.
- Support the translation of key books in the cybersecurity field into the Arabic language.
- Equipping a cybersecurity lab with the latest technologies.
- Developing curriculum in the cybersecurity field.
- Supporting students in obtaining professional certificates.
Digital Newsletter
The digital newsletter provides an effective electronic communication channel for cybersecurity experts and the public. The newsletter raises awareness about cyberattacks and how to stay safe in the cyber world. It also publishes current news about cybersecurity, the achievements of cybersecurity students at the College of Computer Science and Information Technology, and recent research publications for faculty and students
Enriching Arabic Content
This initiative aims to enrich the Arabic content in the field of cybersecurity by supporting the translation of the most important books in the field to Arabic. Although Arabic is the fourth most popular language in the world, scientific content in Arabic is very low. Therefore, this step is necessary to support Arabic sources for Arab readers. Interested translators can apply by sending the application to e-mail: (ccsit.achair@iau.edu.sa).
Equipping a Cybersecurity Lab with the Latest Technology
One of the most important initiatives is to build laboratories to support the outcomes of the cybersecurity program. This includes the construction of dedicated cybersecurity laboratories containing digital forensics and cybersecurity equipment based on standards derived from the most well-known national and international programs and centers.
Another important goal is to create a virtual laboratory where students, trainees, and researchers can conduct online experiments and training through programs designed and equipped to cover many aspects of cybersecurity including ethical hacking, security analysis, defense techniques, and reverse engineering.
Measuring Beneficiary Satisfaction
This initiative supports improvements and development of the quality of all chair’s initiatives including workshops, training courses, graduate grant programs, advisory committees, community services, and periodic competitions. The main objectives of this initiative include:
• Work to create and distribute questionnaires for the beneficiaries of the initiatives.
• Analyze the results and present them to the chair council.
• Identify strengths and weaknesses based on the results of the questionnaires for the purpose of improvement and quality.
Development of Curriculum
This initiative aims to develop scientific curricula by establishing local and international cooperation for the purpose of preparing and teaching advanced courses in cybersecurity in cooperation with other areas such as artificial intelligence, including preparation, development of the courses specifications, educational materials, and tests.
Website & Annual Report
In order to document all initiatives, activities, and scientific results of the chair, work is underway to design a website to facilitate users’ access to all the chair’s activities and is updated periodically with all the latest developments. All the activities, outputs, and events of the chair are documented in an annual report delivered to the funder to learn about the progress of the scientific chair and its achievements during the year.
Cybersecurity Book Authoring Initiative
An initiative to author quality books on cybersecurity in Arabic and English. targeting various segments of society