Defence Online

How the military is implementing cyber security training

Homeland January 14, 2020

Defence Online’s Ciara Houghton takes a look at how the military is integrating cyber security training as it takes on a growing importance in defence. Technological advancements in recent years, alongside an increase in sophisticated attacks, have shown the need for cybersecurity training. Many military organisations are exploring the most efficient ...

DIO’s infrastructure projects offer construction career gateway

October 2, 2019

In bid to boost construction numbers through social value, DIO and Kier VolkerFitzpatrick are providing opportunities for apprentices and local students to gain an insight into a career in the construction industry. The US Visiting Forces Infrastructure Programme (UIP) is made up of several focused projects to develop infrastructure at various ...

Lack of skilled cyber security workers is putting businesses at risk

Homeland June 27, 2018

New research carried out by BAE Systems has revealed that half of mid-sized businesses cite a lack of skilled staff as a top security monitoring concern as the skills gap continues to challenge organisations, large and small. The study commissioned by the Company and conducted via Spiceworks, surveyed 600 IT decision-makers ...

Manufacturing skills needed to bolster industry

Homeland May 26, 2017

Cranfield University has revealed new research which points to a skills shortage within manufacturing. The research highlights the importance of leadership, innovation, management and other non-technical skills within manufacturing and the need to recruit new talent into the sector. The research was put together through a systematic review and analysis of over ...