We are pleased to introduce Francis, our Cyber Range Platform Developer, who will be working with us for the next 2 years to create our Cyber Range Platform in partnership with the University of East London (UEL), sponsored by a United Kingdom Research Institute (UKRI) grant. The range will be a cutting-edge, realistic training environment that enables users and their organisations to enhance their security posture.

Francis joins us to build a cyber range platform in partnership with the University of East London and on behalf of Digital Safety CIC. This project allows Francis to combine his expertise and passion for cyber security to create a tailored, realistic training environment, enhancing digital safety awareness among the public domain, educational institutes, and industries to prepare for real-world threats.

Our ambition is to equip a wide range of users with essential cybersecurity skills. We at Digital Safety CIC and the University of East London aim to foster a more secure digital landscape and inspire the next generation of cyber security professionals.

The Cyber Range Platform will be a dedicated environment designed to enhance cyber security education, training, testing, and research capabilities through simulation of real-world cyber threats and environments. Our platform will provide a controlled and realistic setting where users can engage in a variety of scenarios to develop and improve their skills without the risk of real-world consequences. Our goal is to create a versatile, comprehensive, and interactive platform that meets the diverse needs of the public, employees, cyber security practitioners, and enthusiasts across various sectors.

Key Features of Our Cyber Range Platform

1. Realistic Training Scenarios: Develop scenarios that closely resemble or mimic the real cyber threats and incidents.
2. Flexible and Scalable Architecture: Ensure that the platform can be easily customised and scaled to accommodate different user requirements and technological advancements.
3. Performance Tracking and Analytics: Implement robust analytics to provide detailed feedback and performance metrics for users.
4. Collaborative Features: Enable teamwork and collaborative problem-solving exercises to demonstrate the collaborative nature of real-world cyber security training.

This project aligns with Digital Safety’s ambition to act as a learning partner by building a network of networks to innovate, train, and reimagine how digital safety can work for everyone.

The team will be collaborating with the public, industry, and academics who all have proven experience in their field and will be working as key stakeholders to help us shape the platform, ensuring that it meets the needs and requirements of the end users.