The Expanding Attack Surface: IoT, 5G, and Remote Work
– Gareth Shaw, MD Pera Prometheus As a security consultant working with UK businesses, particularly in the defence industry, I’ve seen how technology is transforming the way we do business operations at a staggering pace. The rise of the Internet of Things (IoT), 5G networks, and remote work has revolutionised operations but also opened new […]
The Human Firewall: Why Employee Training Is Your First Line of Defence
– Gareth Shaw, MD Pera Prometheus Throughout my military career and now as a security consultant, I’ve witnessed the relentless evolution of information and cyber threats. While technology has advanced, bringing sophisticated defences to counter increasingly complex attacks, one vulnerability remains constant: the human element. For businesses in the UK Defence Industry supply chain, employees […]
Security challenges for the industry partners working with MOD on AI projects — My thoughts
– Gareth Shaw, MD Pera Prometheus Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer just a research topic for the UK Ministry of Defence (MOD). It is beginning to be embedded into live programmes that analyse intelligence at scale, optimise logistics, and support complex decision-making. The Defence Artificial Intelligence Strategy (2022) sets the ambitions to leverage AI […]
Implementing Information and Cyber Security Governance for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs)
Key Takeaways Why Cyber Security Governance Matters When people hear “information and cyber security governance”, it often sounds like something designed for giant corporations with entire IT departments at their disposal. For Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs), the prospect of introducing your own security and governance systems and processes can feel intimidating, potentially expensive, and […]
Ransomware‑as‑a‑Service (RaaS): Every Business is a Target
By Gareth Shaw, Managing Director, Pera Prometheus The Growing Threat of RaaS Ransomware is a type of malware designed to either steal data from a system, or deny access by locking users out of their data until a ransom is paid. Once deployed, software will either attempt to export or encrypt (or both) critical data, […]
Information and Cybersecurity Certifications: Which One Do You Need
By Gareth Shaw, Managing Director, Pera Prometheus I understand that the sheer number of information and cybersecurity certifications available to businesses can be overwhelming, but each certificate does actually lend itself to certain requirements and add value. The challenge is – How do you choose which certificate, or more likely, which certificates, are best suited […]
The Benefits of Security Within Your Business
As a business owner, you might view comprehensive security measures as a costly, complex, or even unnecessary expense. Why invest in something that seems like a “just in case” precaution when profits and growth are your focus? You might also be thinking “I know security is important but I don’t know where to start and […]
Passkeys: Your Simple, Secure Path to a Password-Free Future
– By Gareth Shaw, Managing Director, Pera Prometheus For non-technical leaders and small to medium enterprise (SME) owners, navigating the complexities of information & cybersecurity can feel daunting. Passwords have been the default way of protecting online accounts, but recently their reliability faces increasing challenges leaving businesses vulnerable. To counter it, Passkeys emerged, a modern, […]
Facility Security Clearance (FSC): Your Top Questions Answered
– by Gareth Shaw, Founder of Pera Prometheus It is useful for any company aiming to work with the UK Ministry of Defence (MOD), or other sensitive UK Government Departments, to understand the definition and requirements of Facility Security Clearance (FSC). FSC accreditation assures Contracting Authorities that your Organisation is capable of supporting high-value contracts […]
ISO/IEC 42001:2023 – Framework for Artificial Intelligence Management Systems (AIMS)
by Gareth Shaw, Founder of Pera Prometheus Introduction Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming industries, from defence to healthcare, by driving innovation in automation, analytics, and decision-making. However, as AI adoption surges, so do concerns about the security implications of incorporating AI into the working environment. The ISO/IEC 42001:2023 standard has emerged as the first globally […]