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ABOUT THE INSTITUTE

Institute for Cybersecurity and Resilient Systems

The Institute for Cybersecurity and Resilient Systems is addressing growing cybersecurity concerns and taking action to prevent, educate and protect corporations and individuals from cybersecurity risks. The Institute is a multi-disciplinary centre for research and innovation in cybersecurity and creates a focal point within Ontario Tech for research, teaching, and outreach in the field of cybersecurity protection.

The focus of the Institute is to examine issues surrounding the use and protection of emerging technologies such as the Internet of Things (IoT), Artificial Intelligence, 5G networks, Autonomous Vehicles, and Blockchain in both public and private sectors.

Institute mission and objectives
  •         Serve as a research and innovation hub, bringing together a community of researchers, industry, and policy makers who are interested in understanding and improving the business, technology, and social interactions related to cybersecurity.
  •         Develop job-ready graduates and upskill professionals in networking and IT security.
  •         Build and foster national and international research partnerships with institutions and organizations engaged in cybersecurity research.

The Institute enables the following opportunities:

  •         Address multi-disciplinary challenges in cybersecurity and provide impactful solutions to society.
  •         Attract and develop highly talented graduates in cybersecurity.
  •         Promote diversity in the cybersecurity field.
  •         Provide more talent engagement and research opportunities for partners.
  •         Increase the value of support and research grants available by leveraging partnerships.
  •         Offer continuous learning and outreach programming for all ages.  
    • Reskilling/upskilling -— certificate, micro-credential programs, and public seminar offering. 
    • Children and youth educational outreach and development; i.e.: Cyber Girls Ambassador Program and Cybersecurity                  Ambassador Program.