The importance of e-government is increasing in the digital technology era, as governments around the world strive to improve the efficiency of their services and make them more transparent and accessible to citizens. With the increasing reliance on digital systems, the issue of information security has emerged as one of the primary challenges facing these transformations. Securing government data and information is a cornerstone in maintaining citizens' trust and protecting their rights, as it involves safeguarding sensitive information from cyber threats and ensuring the confidentiality and integrity of data exchanged between government institutions and citizens.

Managing information security in e-government requires a comprehensive approach that includes policies, procedures, and modern technologies. This approach involves developing effective strategies to identify and assess risks, implementing advanced security solutions, and training employees to raise awareness about the importance of cybersecurity.

In this training program, we will examine the challenges facing information security in e-government, discuss best practices for managing these challenges, and highlight the vital role of modern technology in enhancing security levels.

Who Should Attend?

• Employees in government institutions at all levels who need to understand the basics of information security and how to apply it in the government work environment.
• Those responsible for managing information systems and technology in government entities.
• Information security specialists.
• Students and researchers in the fields of Information Technology (IT) or cybersecurity.

Knowledge and Benefits:

After completing the program, participants will be able to master the following:

• Understand the basic concepts of information security, including the threats and risks related to e-government.
• Design and implement effective security strategies that meet the needs of e-government and ensure the protection of data and information.
• Recognize the importance of cybersecurity among government employees, helping to reduce risks arising from human errors.
• Learn about the latest security technologies and solutions, and how to apply them in government systems to enhance security.
• Assess information security risks and ensure compliance with local and international standards and regulations.

• Definition of Information Security

  • What is information security and its importance in e-government.
  • The difference between information security and network security.
  • The components of information security: confidentiality, integrity, and availability.

• Importance of Cybersecurity

  • The impact of cyberattacks on the government and citizens.
  • Review of major security incidents in e-government.
  • The role of cybersecurity in building trust between the government and citizens.

• Legal Frameworks and Standards

  • Laws and regulations related to information security in government.
  • International standards like ISO/IEC 27001.
  • The importance of compliance with best practices in the public sector.

• Types of Cybersecurity Threats

  • Viruses, malware, and distributed attacks.
  • Phishing attacks and ways to protect against them.
  • Insider threats and their impact on information security.

• Threat Detection Tools

  • Techniques and use of Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS).
  • Network monitoring and behavior analysis.
  • The importance of data collection and analysis to predict threats.

• Protection Strategies

  • Developing effective information security policies.
  • Advanced protection techniques such as encryption and firewalls.
  • Building a security culture within government institutions.

• Identity and Access Management

  • The concept of Identity and Access Management (IAM).
  • Multi-factor authentication techniques.
  • The importance of managing permissions to protect data.

• Emergency Response Plans

  • Developing an incident response plan.
  • The role of rapid response teams in handling incidents.
  • The importance of training and awareness about emergency response.

• Basic Security Technologies

  • Use of firewalls and anti-malware systems.
  • Network-level security: encryption and secure protocols.
  • System monitoring and log analysis.

• Application Security

  • Secure software development practices.
  • Testing for security vulnerabilities and how to address them.
  • The importance of security updates and patches.

• Data Security

  • Strategies for protecting sensitive data.
  • Encrypting data during transmission and storage.
  • How to handle lost or stolen data.

• New Information Technologies

  • The impact of artificial intelligence on information security.
  • The role of blockchain in enhancing security.
  • The challenges posed by the Internet of Things (IoT).