TÜBİTAK BİLGEM organized a training on cyber security in Azerbaijan with the support of NATO SPS Program
TÜBİTAK BİLGEM Cyber Security Institute (SGE)Cyber defense trainings were held in Baku, Azerbaijan as part of the NATO Science for Peace and Security (SPS) Program. Advanced Cyber Security Training Program was held between 31 May-25 June 2021 with the active participation of TÜBİTAK BİLGEM Cyber Security Institute experts and scientists from Turkey's leading universities. 27 trainees from different public institutions and organizations in Azerbaijan attended the training hosted by the Azerbaijan Armed Forces Military Academy Command. Trainings were given in different cyber security areas such as Windows Security, Linux Security, Network Security, Microsoft Systems Security.
What is NATO SPS?
NATO Science for Peace and Security (SPS) Committee is the primary NATO committee that promotes hands-on cooperation in civil science and innovation. This new organization creates a program that contributes to NATO's mission by bringing science to the public through projects carried out within well-established procedures. This organization focuses on safety, environmental sustainability and priorities of partner countries. In this context, it provides "Project Support", "Training Support" and "Workshop Support" to member and partner countries.
Advanced Study Courses in Cooperation with TÜBİTAK BİLGEM and NATO SPS
TÜBİTAK BİLGEM and NATO SPS cooperated to organize a four-week course for expert participants in an interactive environment in Azerbaijan to share their knowledge and experience in the field of security. Within the scope of the NATO SPS Program, TÜBİTAK BİLGEM provided cyber security training to the participants consisting of well-equipped researchers within the framework of the training program that promotes dialogue and practical cooperation based on scientific research, technological innovation and information exchange between Turkey, which is a NATO member state, and Azerbaijan, which is a partner country.