TECHNOLOGY
MARK HUGHES TITLE : PRESIDENT OF SECURITY COMPANY : DXC TECHNOLOGIES LOCATION : UNITED KINGDOM
President of Security at Fortune 500 technology firm DXC Technologies since 2021 , Hughes is a former CEO of BT Security and served in the military .
“ A strong cybersecurity posture can serve as a deterrent against cyberattacks ”
MARK HUGHES PRESIDENT OF SECURITY , DXC TECHNOLOGIES
intelligence , IoT , and autonomous systems , the attack surface for cyber threats also expands . Keeping pace with technological advancements and securing these technologies is crucial .”
Lauri Almann , Co-founder of CybExer Technologies , brings another dimension to the conversation . “ A tank , for example , is no longer just an armoured vehicle ; it ’ s also an intricate information system ,” he notes . Almann underscores the need for heightened cybersecurity measures , especially in cloud solutions and electronic warfare systems .
“ Several threat vectors underscore the crucial role that cybersecurity plays , including command and control systems , remotely piloted systems and various electronic warfare systems , all of which are pivotal on the modern battlefield .
“ Moreover , cloud solutions are a critical consideration in defence operations , demanding heightened cybersecurity measures .”
Elliott Wilkes , Chief Technology Officer at Advanced Cyber Defence Systems , meanwhile offers a sobering perspective
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