Cyber Skills Live
Cyber security is a booming industry, especially in Ireland’s South East region.
Learn cyber security skills with these free activities for schools supported by the Cyber School Initiative.
Get started – try this game first
Defend the Hospital
Your challenge is to defend Glenmargaret Hospital from a Denial of Service attack.
Become a cyber incident responder to defend the computer systems and defeat the cyber criminals.
Cyber Ireland
According to Cyber Ireland, the number of cyber security jobs is set to double between 2024 and 2030 nationally. This offers a wealth of opportunity for young people entering the field.
We want you to enjoy these fun activities that link to many real world jobs. Try to defend hospitals, power stations, banks, businesses, and families from cyber criminals.
Interested in exploring the diverse range of cyber security careers? Check out our career map.
Cyber Security Activities
Partners
These resources are supported by organisations from the Cyber Ireland South East chapter:
Taighde Éireann – Research Ireland
Research Ireland is a new, competitive research and innovation funding agency in Ireland. Research Ireland is an agency of the Department of Further and Higher Education, Research Innovation and Science working in collaboration with higher education institutions and other state agencies such as the Higher Education Authority (HEA), IDA Ireland and Enterprise Ireland.
ATU
ATU is a multi-campus technological university in the west and northwest of Ireland that delivers a rich combination of academic and research excellence, quality of life and opportunity.
CALMAST
Cyber Ireland is the national cyber security cluster organisation that brings together Industry, Academia and Government to represent the needs of the Cyber Security Ecosystem in Ireland.
Cyber Ireland
Cyber Ireland is the national cyber security cluster organisation that brings together Industry, Academia and Government to represent the needs of the Cyber Security Ecosystem in Ireland.
eSentire
eSentire is The Authority in Managed Detection and Response Services, protecting the critical data and applications of 2000+ organizations in 80+ countries from known and unknown cyber threats. Founded in 2001, the company’s mission is to hunt, investigate and stop cyber threats before they become business disrupting events.
KPMG
KPMG is a global network of professional services organizations providing audit, tax, and advisory services. We help our clients navigate complex business challenges and achieve their strategic goals.
NCSC
The National Cyber Security Centre of Ireland (NCSC) engages in a comprehensive set of tasks around cyber security, with primary focus on securing Government networks and securing Critical National Infrastructure and encompasses the State’s National/Governmental Computer Security Incident Response Team (CSIRT-IE).
Optum
We make a difference in every corner of the health care system by developing solutions that improve health outcomes worldwide. We use forward-looking tools like artificial intelligence and machine learning to help solve health problems.
Security Risk Advisors
Security Risk Advisors are a highly-specialized consulting firm with solutions to cybersecurity’s emerging problems. We have a passion for recruiting and training the next generation of cybersecurity practitioners.
SETU
Through inclusive education and high-quality research, South East Technological University drives innovation, empowers communities, and delivers transformative impact for the south east of Ireland.
State Street
We’re State Street, a global leader across investment servicing, markets and financing, and investment management.
Stryve Secure
Stryve’s vision is to become Europe’s largest cloud and security company. We want to give SMEs access to ironclad cloud cyber security and expertise that protects their data, fosters safer work environments and ultimately gives customers greater peace of mind.
Sun Life
At Sun Life, we help our Clients achieve lifetime financial security and live healthier, happier lives. We offer a full range of trusted products and services that put our Clients’ needs first.
UMUM
UNUM is a leading provider of insurance and financial services in Ireland, offering a wide range of products and services to individuals and businesses. Unum Ireland plays a vital part in developing critical business applications and providing services to the overall company.
UKG
UKG is a leading provider of HR, HR service delivery and workforce management solutions for all people. We strive to deliver a customer experience like none other, as we work to deliver exceptional value and, more importantly, confidence.
