CIOB’s technical information sheet on cybersecurity is now available free to members.

Cyber Security in the Built Environment: Protecting projects, data, and digital assets explains how attacks happen and what simple, effective steps professionals can take to prevent them. It is designed to help professionals and their firms protect their projects, data and reputation.

It details:

• why cybersecurity matters in construction;
• understanding cybersecurity basics;
• the current threat landscape;
• core defence measures;
• how to build cybersecurity awareness and culture;
• testing, monitoring and continuous improvements;
• how to respond to incidents and recover quickly;
• how to build a sustainable cybersecurity strategy; and
• next steps.

It was written by Matt Thompson, who edited CIOB’s Construction Client Guide: Leading Projects in the Built Environment, Second Edition.