Cyber security
Empowering UK education and research to defend as one
Introducing the Jisc security operations centre (SOC)
We are excited to launch our security operations centre (SOC), designed to provide 24/7 monitoring, real-time threat detection, and rapid response to cyber threats.
Defend as one
Our thriving cyber community fosters collaboration and knowledge sharing across education and research. With more than 2,000 members, we share intelligence and hold regular events to strengthen the collective security posture of the sector.
Your trusted partner
Cyber-threats are constantly evolving, and so are we. As the sector’s trusted security partner and provider of the UK’s national research and education network (NREN), we make it our business to stay abreast of current challenges and share intelligence and expert advice with customers.
Accreditations
Our products and services
Every day, educational institutions are targeted by cybercriminals seeking to access data and disrupt learning, research and critical operations. Jisc is here to help you stay ahead of evolving threats.
- Foundational defence
Ensure you are using all the critical security services included with your Janet connection - Increased defence
Services to help you increase your resilience and improve your security posture - Cyber assurance
Assessments, testing and certifications to demonstrate your commitment to security and proactively identify and mitigate vulnerabilities - SOC: the ultimate defence
Jisc's security operations centre (SOC) acts as your institution's security command centre
Customer stories
'It’s safe to say we would not have recovered as quickly or cope as well without the help of Jisc who were able to deploy resources and experience and skills pretty much immediately on site.'
Deputy chief executive, chief operating officer, E-ACT
Cyber security blog
From tips and tricks to topical insights, follow our blog for the latest in cyber security developments.
Training
Opportunities to build your security awareness
Test your infrastructure, policies and procedures with a realistic simulated incident.
Cyber Essentials drop-in clinic
Have your Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus questions answered.
Learn how to test a computer system, network or web application to find security vulnerabilities.
Useful resources
16 questions you need to ask to help you strengthen your position.
Stay ahead of evolving threats with our security operations centre built specifically for education and research institutions.
Michael Webb, director of AI at Jisc, leads a panel of experts to explore the use of artificial intelligence within cybersecurity.
Explore the cyber security challenges in further education, effective strategies for staff training, and the importance of collaboration.
An easy route to procurement
Jisc is an approved supplier on the Crown Commercial Service G-Cloud framework and Cyber Security 3 dynamic purchasing system (DPS).
Visit the Crown Commercial Service website for more information and guidance on how to purchase G-Cloud 14 and Cyber Security Services 3.
