Manama : The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), in cooperation with DEF CON 973, organised the first gathering of Bahrain’s cybersecurity community, CyberCollective, bringing together a group of specialists, experts and professionals in the field.
The gathering reflects Bahrain’s commitment to developing national expertise and strengthening cooperation in cybersecurity. It aims to provide a professional platform for bringing together specialists and exchanging knowledge and experience, while discussing the latest developments and challenges in the field.
On the occasion, Shaikh Salman bin Mohammed Al Khalifa, NCSC Chief Executive, welcomed members of DEF CON 973 and the CyberCollective community, commending their attendance and participation.
He highlighted the importance of active engagement and making use of the opportunities the gathering offers for learning and exchanging expertise, contributing to the development of Bahrain’s national cybersecurity ecosystem.
Shaikh Salman bin Mohammed affirmed that building an active national cybersecurity community is an important enabler for developing national capabilities and expertise. He noted that CyberCollective provides a framework for communication and cooperation among specialists and interested individuals, facilitating knowledge exchange, discussions on technical challenges, and the exploration of new areas for development and innovation.
He also highlighted the importance of DEF CON 973’s presence in Bahrain as the Kingdom’s local chapter within the global DEF CON community. He outlined its role in advancing cybersecurity practices, supporting security research and exchanging expertise, as well as connecting specialists with the global cybersecurity community and enabling them to benefit from its experience.
Shaikh Salman bin Mohammed affirmed that the NCSC would continue to expand opportunities for professional participation and access to specialised expertise, helping prepare national professionals capable of keeping pace with developments and effectively addressing emerging cybersecurity challenges.
The gathering is part of the NCSC’s efforts to activate CyberCollective, a national initiative launched to bring together professionals and specialists from various cybersecurity disciplines within a single professional community.
The community provides ongoing opportunities for professional development and participation in capacity-building programmes and specialised initiatives, supporting the development of national expertise and the advancement of Bahrain’s cybersecurity ecosystem.
