Industry News
It’s Cyber Up North Podcast Returns
CyberNorth’s popular podcast ‘It’s Cyber Up North’ has returned with a host of industry experts shining the spotlight on what’s going on in the region’s exciting and dynamic cyber security sector.
The monthly podcast looks at specific issues and industry talking points and the next series will focus around all things Space, AI, Industry Collaboration, Innovation, Recruitment and Retention to name but a few!
The most recent episode (28) has landed and Danielle Phillips from CyberNorth is joined by Sarah Hibbert, ITPS and Juliet Melia, Mott MacDonald to talk about the importance of the new Influencing the Influencer campaign that launched in the North East to inspire young girls to pursue careers in cyber security. If you have any influence over young people's career choices then this episode is a must listen!
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Epic Response to Influencing the Influencer Portal
With funding from Innovate UK, CyberNorth's 'Influencing the Influencer' portal is now live and gaining huge attention throughout the North East.
Backed by North East Mayor, Kim McGuinness, the project aims to encourage young women and girls into the cyber security industry.
Via a new online portal, podcasts, webinars, events and case studies, they are providing career leads and teachers with information such as pathways into the sector, valuable resources and guidance which they can then pass on to their students.
North East Mayor Kim McGuinness said, “I’m delighted to see the launch of this campaign; my vision for the North East is for it to be known as the home of real opportunity, and a region where everyone thrives.
Cyber security is a thriving sector in the region, and working closely with the education sector and schools is crucial. Visible female role models in the sector can inspire girls to enter the industry and send a clear message that the sector is open to them too, not just boys."
Reaching over 50 schools, colleges, sixth forms and universities at the initial launch, the portal has had over 3000 visitors since going live in March 2025.
The portal is now live: https://influencer.cybernorth.biz