Operation: Defend The North 2024

Operation Defend the North 2024

OPERATION: DEFEND THE NORTHA Canadian Cybersecurity Readiness Exercise

Our immersive online event is designed to simulate a fictitious cyber attack against Canada’s critical sectors —Energy, Finance & Banking, Healthcare, Government Services, and Telecommunications. Together, we navigate a simulated cyber crisis via an interactive online tabletop event, accessible virtually from anywhere, uniting industry leaders, cybersecurity professionals, policymakers, and stakeholders in fortifying our defenses.

This event online.

O Canada, we stand on guard for thee.

Protégera nos foyers et nos droits.

Event Details
RCMP
RCMP
Chief Information Security Officer
Canadian Tire Bank
Chief Information Security Officer at Canadian Tire Bank
CISO
OrderGrid
CISO at OrderGrid
CISO
Canadian Institute of Health Information
CISO at Canadian Institute of Health Information
CISO
Unity Health Toronto
CISO at Unity Health Toronto
Senior Manager, Cyber Security Defense Operations
Ontario Health
Senior Manager, Cyber Security Defense Operations at Ontario Health
CISO
WELL Health Technologies
CISO at WELL Health Technologies
Associate Vice President - Cyber Strategy, Governance and Control
TD Bank
Associate Vice President - Cyber Strategy, Governance and Control at TD Bank
CISO
Niagara Health
CISO at Niagara Health
Associate Vice-President & Head, Information Technology Services
Brock University
Associate Vice-President & Head, Information Technology Services at Brock University
Acting Head of the Toronto Region Cyber Investigations Unit
CSIS
Acting Head of the Toronto Region Cyber Investigations Unit at CSIS
Cyber Security Director
SE Health
Cyber Security Director at SE Health
ICS (Industrial Control Systems) Cybersecurity Program Manager
Greater Toronto Airports Authority
ICS (Industrial Control Systems) Cybersecurity Program Manager at Greater Toronto Airports Authority
CISO
TTC
CISO at TTC
Founder, CISO
CisoHive
Founder, CISO at CisoHive
Head of IT & Security
Bulk Barn Foods Limited
Head of IT & Security at Bulk Barn Foods Limited
Officer in Charge Federal Policing Cybercrime
RCMP
Officer in Charge Federal Policing Cybercrime at RCMP
CISO
Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health
CISO at Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health
Head of Information Systems / CIO
Lakefield College School
Head of Information Systems / CIO at Lakefield College School
Director, Cyber Security
Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC)
Director, Cyber Security at MPAC
Director, Cybersecurity Professional Services
Telus
Director, Cybersecurity Professional Services at TELUS
CISO
CN Rail
CISO at CN Rail
CAO
Town of Midland
CAO at Town of Midland
VP, CISO
Equifax Canada
VP, CISO at Equifax Canada
Co-Founder
Emerging Leaders Can Hack
Co-Founder at Emerging Leaders Can Hack
Founder
InCloud Security
Founder at InCloud Security
CISO
Ruby
CISO at Ruby
Senior Director Cybersecurity
CAAT Pension Plan
Senior Director Cybersecurity at CAAT Pension Plan
Distinguished Full Stack Architect
TD Bank
Distinguished Full Stack Architect at TD Bank
Principal Supervisor, Cyber Risk Monitoring
Bank of Canada
Principal Supervisor, Cyber Risk Monitoring at Bank of Canada
Strategic Advisor and Corporate Board Director
Descartes Systems Group
Strategic Advisor and Corporate Board Director at Descartes Systems Group
Former SVP Cyber Security, Network, and Technology Risk
Loblaw Companies Limited
Former SVP Cyber Security, Network, and Technology Risk at Loblaw Companies Limited
Director
MISA Ontario
Director at MISA Ontario
VP, Security Practice
Centrilogic
VP, Security Practice at Centrilogic
Chief Administrative Officer
Township of Uxbridge
Chief Administrative Officer at Township of Uxbridge
Director, Information Security & Risk
City of Toronto Toronto Community Housing
Director, Information Security & Risk at City of Toronto Toronto Community Housing
CSO
CDW Canada
CSO at CDW Canada
VP, IT Operations, Infrastructure & Cybersecurity
DUCA Financial
VP, IT Operations, Infrastructure & Cybersecurity at DUCA Financial
Manager - Federal Account North America
SANS
Manager - Federal Account North America at SANS
Operating Partner & CISO
Craft Ventures
Operating Partner & CISO at Craft Ventures
Senior Cybersecurity Strategist
Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat
Senior Cybersecurity Strategist at Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat
Cyber-Physical Security & Resilience
PwC
Cyber-Physical Security & Resilience at PwC
Vice President Information Technology
Enova Power Corp
Vice President Information Technology at Enova Power Corp
Privacy and Data Strategist
Binary Tattoo
Privacy and Data Strategist at Binary Tattoo
Strategic Advisor
Canadian Cyber Threat Exchange
Strategic Advisor at Canadian Cyber Threat Exchange
Chair
Operation: Defend the North
Chair at Operation: Defend the North

Join us for breakfast and start your day of right! - Mixed berry yogurt parfait - Smoked salmon platter - Selection of mini breaks and pastries - Breakfast spreads - Fresh fruit platter

Kick off Operation: Defend the North with a warm welcome and an overview of the day's high-stakes simulation and collaborative mission.

A local bank is the first to report on the attack, prompting an immediate investigation into the root cause. In this scenario, you will join leaders from Canada’s financial sector who will be reviewing the technical details of the attack and determining next steps. This session will explore: - Analysis of the breach - Identifying vulnerable points in the financial network - Coordinating with other banks to share information and strategies - Developing a rapid response plan to restore services - Communicating with the public to manage panic and maintain trust

Recharge with a tasty snack break! - Fresh fruits - Crudite cup - Mini scones - Creme brulee donut - Chocolate cake bites

Hospitals and clinics across Canada are struggling as their systems go down, unable to access patient records or process prescriptions. In this scenario, healthcare leaders must collaborate to address the crisis. This session will explore: - Assessing the impact on patient care and prioritizing critical needs - Implementing emergency protocols to manage patient information manually - Coordinating with IT and cybersecurity teams to restore systems - Ensuring the security of sensitive patient data during the breach - Communicating with patients and the public about the situation and ongoing efforts

Refuel and re-energize with a warm lunch - Truffle Waldorf salad - Heirloom beet salad - Spicy rigatoni - Heirloom vegetables - Chicken breast - Lemon pepper salmon - Yuzu meringue pie - Cheesecake lollipop

Government agencies are hit hard by the software failure, disrupting everything from social services to administrative functions. Leaders must act swiftly to maintain essential services and public order. This session will explore: - Identifying critical government functions impacted by the attack - Mobilizing emergency response teams to address immediate needs - Coordinating with federal, provincial, and local authorities for a unified response - Ensuring continuity of essential services and public safety - Communicating with citizens to provide updates and guidance

Recharge with a tasty snack break! - Apple oat energy balls - Potato chips - Mini muffins - Brownie - Raspberry tart

The transport industry faces chaos as logistics systems fail, affecting everything from public transit to shipping and delivery services. Industry leaders must navigate the crisis to keep goods and people moving. This session will explore: - Assessing the impact on transportation networks and supply chains - Implementing contingency plans to maintain critical transport services - Coordinating with transport authorities and logistics companies - Restoring systems and ensuring the security of transport infrastructure - Communicating with the public about delays and alternative arrangements

Take a moment to stretch and breathe deep!

Cybersecurity experts are at the forefront of the response, tasked with identifying the source of the attack and preventing further damage. In this scenario, you will join top cybersecurity minds working to resolve the crisis. This session will explore: - Conducting a thorough investigation to trace the origins of the attack - Identifying and closing security gaps in the compromised software - Developing strategies to protect other industries from similar attacks - Coordinating with government and private sector partners for a unified defense - Communicating findings and recommendations to stakeholders and the public

About the Venue

Situated on Toronto’s scenic waterfront, Hotel X offers the perfect blend of modern elegance and artistic inspiration. Not only will it serve as the premier destination for The Unofficial SecTor Afterparty – but it also features the stunning Kandy Gallery that adds a touch of creativity to your attendance. Its prime location in Exhibition Place offers easy access to the city’s key cultural and entertainment landmarks, including the CN Tower, Liberty Village, and Ontario Place.

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