Strengthening Digital Governance for Service Delivery
On 28 September 2023, Kosovo’s Minister of Finance of the Republic of Kosovo, and the World Bank Country Manager for Kosovo and North Macedonia, have formalized through an agreement the Kosovo Strengthening Digital Governance for Service Delivery Project. This initiative is designed to enhance the quality of selected public administrative […]
SMART BALKANS PROJECT
The Kosovar Centre for Security Studies (KCSS), as part of the SMART Balkans project, is developing a program to address emerging threats like cyber-attacks, fake news, privacy breaches, and critical infrastructure security. KCSS aims to provide research-based expertise to enhance institutional responses, promote public awareness, and support institutional restructuring. In […]
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BalkanSecure: Advancing Cybersecuirty in the Western Balkans
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BalkanSecure: Advancing Cybersecuirty in the Western Balkans
The “BalkanSecure: Advancing Cybersecuirty in the Western Balkans” is a regional conference that aims to raise a sense of community among Chevening WBCS Fellowship alumni, who hold key positions across the region in cybersecurity ecosystem. It will also establish a forum for regular sharing of information, ideas, and coordination among […]
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OSCE Albania
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- Cyber Security Culture & Skills
- Cyber Security Awareness
- Education, Training & Workforce Development
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OSCE Albania
The OSCE Presence in Albania’s primary aim is to enhance cyber and ICT security to improve community safety and stability in the region. Their activities include raising awareness about cyber threats, offering information sessions, creating online safety guidelines, and supporting Albania’s Cybersecurity Strategy. These efforts align with OSCE-wide initiatives focused […]
KSV/023 SUSTAINABLE AND INCLUSIVE GROWTH FOR KOSOVO
Project KSV/023 “Sustainable Growth in Kosovo” seeks to boost cybersecurity awareness and capabilities of Civil Servants. This includes developing a curriculum for tailored training at KIPA and establishing a Cybersecurity Lab at ASK, enhancing public sector training practices and promoting knowledge sharing. Partnerships with Luxembourg organizations, like the House of […]
GREATER INTERNET FREEDOM PROJECT
In today’s interconnected digital landscape, Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) in Kosovo face increasing cyber threats. KCSS’s “Greater Internet Freedom” project addresses these challenges by conducting digital threat analysis, providing a Digital Security Handbook, and offering expert training for local CSOs, especially those working with vulnerable groups. The project is now […]
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EU Support to Western Balkans Cybersecurity Capacity Building
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EU Support to Western Balkans Cybersecurity Capacity Building
The Western Balkan IPA III beneficiaries are striving to bolster their cyber resilience, aligning with EU standards and best practices. The rapid growth of the digital domain has amplified cyber threats, necessitating a robust cybersecurity framework. While political leaders in these countries acknowledge the importance of cybersecurity, challenges persist, including […]
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CIDR (USAID’S CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE, DIGITALISATION AND RESILIENCE PROGRAM) IN KOSOVO
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CIDR (USAID’S CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE, DIGITALISATION AND RESILIENCE PROGRAM) IN KOSOVO
To address the critical infrastructure cybersecurity gaps identified by USAID’s Europe and Eurasia (E&E) and in coordination with USAID Mission in Kosovo, CIDR (Critical Infrastructure, Digitalisation and Resilience Program) will: 1) establish a governance framework for cybersecurity in Kosovo by creating a multi-stakeholder critical infrastructure and cybersecurity working group (CICWG), […]
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USAID Critical Infrastructure Digitalization and Resilience Program (CIDR) in Albania
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- Cyber Incident Management & Critical Information Protection
- Critical Information Infrastructure Protection
USAID Critical Infrastructure Digitalization and Resilience Program (CIDR) in Albania
The Critical Infrastructure Digitalization and Resilience (CIDR) is a USAID-funded initiative dedicated to assisting European and Eurasian governments, encompassing regions such as the Western Balkans, Black Sea, and Caucasus, in enhancing the resilience of their critical infrastructure sectors. This program aims to help these nations integrate cybersecurity best practices into […]
Chevening Western Balkans Cyber Security Fellowship
This ten-week fellowship provides fellows with an understanding of policy and legislative approaches in cyber security and its implications for national security, commercial opportunity, crime prevention, and the right to privacy.
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Public Sector Critical Information Infrastructures (CIIs) Cybersecurity Assessment and CIIs Protection Roadmap for Mongolia (utilizing a Risk Management Framework)
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Public Sector Critical Information Infrastructures (CIIs) Cybersecurity Assessment and CIIs Protection Roadmap for Mongolia (utilizing a Risk Management Framework)
The NRD Cyber Security was contracted by The World Bank to conduct an assessment study and suggest public sector roadmap for cybersecurity of CIIs, utilizing a lifecycle-based Risk Management Framework (RMF) as well as to deliver Risk management of CIIs knowledge sharing workshops.
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Cybersecurity Zero Trust Architecture (Infrastructure and other pillars of Zero Trust) for Mongolia
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- Cyber Incident Management & Critical Information Protection
- Critical Information Infrastructure Protection
Cybersecurity Zero Trust Architecture (Infrastructure and other pillars of Zero Trust) for Mongolia
NRD Cyber Security was contracted to propose Cybersecurity Zero Trust Architecture for Mongolia.
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Bhutan: Advisory Support on National Cyber Security Strategy Development and CII Protection
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- Cyber Security Policy and Strategy
- Strategies
- Cyber Incident Management & Critical Information Protection
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Bhutan: Advisory Support on National Cyber Security Strategy Development and CII Protection
The World Bank, supported by the cyber security multi-donor trust fund, has selected the firm NRD Cyber Security to enhance the Bank’s efforts in providing technical assistance to the Government of Kingdom of Bhutan in finalising a revised and updated draft of their first National Cybersecurity Strategy as well as […]
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Development of the National Cybersecurity Strategy and Action Plan for Sao Tome and Principe
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Development of the National Cybersecurity Strategy and Action Plan for Sao Tome and Principe
The Government of Sao Tome and Principe (the Government) supported by the World Bank is undertaking an investment program under the Digital Sao Tome and Principe (STP) project to strengthen its ICT sector. This will include investment in telecommunications infrastructure, foundational digital government platforms, cybersecurity, and improvement of connectivity to […]
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Cybersecurity strengthening for Tajikistan
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- Cyber Incident Management & Critical Information Protection
- Critical Information Infrastructure Protection
Cybersecurity strengthening for Tajikistan
In preparation for the Tajikistan Digital Foundations Project, the technical assessment and cybersecurity analysis have to be carried out, especially related to protection of the critical information infrastructure and digital public services. The World Bank has selected the firm NRD Cyber Security to prepare an analytical report with an overview […]
