Overview

The APS hosts this webinar together with the APS College of Organisational Psychologists WA.

This activity is designed to orient and equip psychologists, particularly those venturing into the cybersecurity sector for the first time, with a robust overview of how psychology services can effectively address critical needs in cybersecurity. It provides a valuable introduction for those unfamiliar with this sector and signposting to recent research.

Psychological services informed by Organisational Psychology in the cybersecurity sector include, mental health, work design, psychological and psychosocial safety, team effectiveness, and human factors research and practice, which are critically integral to cybersecurity work that is fundamental to our national security.

The activity covers the:

• human vulnerabilities targeted by over 90% of cyber threats,

• symbiotic relationship between human behaviour and technical systems in cyber security,

• role and challenges of Industrial Network Defence Analysts in Cyber Security Operations Centres (CSOCs),

• vulnerabilities of non-technical users and how to safeguard them,

• importance of organisational psychology in enhancing cyber resilience,

• methods for improving decision-making in high-stress CSOC scenarios, and

• tailored interventions for non-technical users to boost their cyber resilience.

Level of Learning

Foundational. This activity is targeted to those new to the topic.

Related activities

Team effectiveness in the world of work

Duration of access

Access to the recording and presenter slides is for 12 months from the date of confirmed registration.

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Activity details 

• On-demand webinar recording 

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this on-demand activity, participants should be able to:

• recognise the critical impact and value of organisational psychology in addressing essential needs in the cybersecurity sector, particularly emphasising its role in national security,

• acquire a foundational understanding of how psychological services, including mental health, work design, and psychological safety, are applied and integrated into cybersecurity work,

• implement psychological principles and practices in addressing various challenges in cybersecurity, mainly focusing on mental health, team effectiveness, and psychosocial safety,

• be prepared to engage with clients in the cybersecurity space, equipped with relevant knowledge and insights to offer valuable psychological services,

• identify and explore recent research in the field, ensuring continuous learning and applying up-to-date knowledge in practice,

• be ready to foster potential collaborations and partnerships within the cybersecurity sector, contributing to integrated approaches in addressing cybersecurity challenges,

• utilise the knowledge and insights gained to enhance professional development and expand service offerings to the cybersecurity sector, and 

• advise cyber security managers on managing neurodiversity in network defence personnel.

Presenter(s)

Dr Oliver Guidetti MAPS, Pauline Willis MAPS

About the presenter(s)

Dr Oliver Alfred Guidetti MAPS holds a PhD in Psychology with a specialisation in the human factors of cyber security. Throughout his academic career, he has been committed to researching the nuanced relationship between humans and technology, especially in the context of applied socio-technical projects. He has forged extensive collaborations with national industry stakeholders, focusing on the psychological aspects of cyber and national defence. His partnerships span organisations such as Data 61, CSIRO, Deakin University, Penten, The WA Department of the Premier and Cabinet, The Department of Home Affairs, and the Cyber and Infrastructure Security Center. Dr Guidetti has contributed to a variety of Q1 academic journals and is in the process of authoring a book titled 'Psybersecurity: Human Factors of Cyber Defence.' Connect with Oliver on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/oliver-guidetti-23069a94/

Pauline Willis MAPS FCOP CPSYCHOL CSCI EUROPSY is the WA Chair of the College of Organisational Psychologists and is an AHPRA registered Organisational and Coaching Psychologist. As Director of Lauriate, she offers integrative, systemic solutions for individuals, teams and organisations, Pauline delivers high impact team coaching and development solutions using a wide range of psychological tools and approaches. Pauline's work with teams involves launching & sustaining high performance as well as sorting out serious dysfunction. She uses team' health checks' to inform the design and evaluation of evidence-based interventions. With experience in Australia & internationally, Pauline has worked in high pressure, high stakes environments including energy, military, aerospace, FMCG, pharmaceutical, animal/veterinary & human health, emergency services, banking, IT & Telco. She also provides professional supervision for coaches, team coaches, leaders, and psychologists. She is a registered psychology practice supervisor in both Australia and the UK. Connect with Pauline on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/pauline-willis-maps-fcop-946aba100/