2024

Tikanmäki, Ilkka; Ruoslahti, Harri

This study analyses reports on human factors published by the ECHO project. The project produced 110 publications throughout its duration. It aimed at strengthening technological sovereignty by centralising Europe’s cybersecurity efforts and establishing a unified market for technical solutions through unique cybersecurity capabilities applicable to sectors such as healthcare, transport, education, research, energy, civil protection, and public and private organisations. The importance of human factors in cybersecurity is emphasised in this study, which analysed six academic articles which underlined innovation, excellence, and people. The study emphasises the importance of effective training, recruitment, and management in strengthening cyber security and resilience. The publications shed light on the competencies and skills necessary for robust cybersecurity training that contributes to Europe’s cybersecurity ecosystem. Enhancing cybersecurity awareness requires that all members of an organisation understand cybersecurity-related topics and issues. Organisations often seem to fail to recognise that the lack of understanding is a major security vulnerability in daily business operations. Increasing organisational awareness can reduce security breaches. The solution to this problem lies in the implementation of adequate training programs.