“Developing a diverse cyber workforce is vital for ensuring the UK remains safe online, and we are committed to removing barriers so young people can pursue careers in the field. I am delighted to see the positive impact our CyberFirst initiative is having in the North West – recognising schools for
the very best in cyber education and helping pupils develop valued tech skills. Working with IN4 Group, I look forward to seeing the programme grow across the region, paying dividends for the local ecosystem and contributing to our national cyber resilience now and into the future.”
CyberFirst North West CyberFirst aims to ensure the UK has a sustainable supply of diverse and high-quality individuals joining the cyber workforce of the future. Together with the UK government, it strives to equip young people with the digital awareness and skills they need to enable them to pursue a career path in the sector.
CyberFirst Evolution
2018
2020
NCSC piloted a Cyber Schools Hub (CSH) programme in Gloucestershire, with a collaborative aim of encouraging young people to engage with computer science and the application of cyber security in every day technology
The pilot of the now CyberFirst Schools & Colleges scheme was extended to Gloucestershire and Wales
National Cyber Security Centre
Lindy Cameron Chief Executive
2021
2022
The scheme was further extended to include secondary schools and colleges in Northern Ireland, South West of England and North East of England
The scheme was rolled out to the North West of England and delivered by IN4 Group
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