What is the Hacking for Heroes programme?
Bastion Security Group runs an initiative called Hacking for heroes that donates $80,000 of our consultancy time to NZ not-for-profits, with the goal of helping them to increase their security posture and raise the awareness among their staff and volunteers. This programme is offering cyber security consulting including penetration testing (external, internal, mobile, web app), training, solution design review, etc. which is at the core of what Bastion Security does.
Why are we doing this?
Often not a week goes by without a data breach or ransomware attack popping up in the news. Bastion Security would like to help not-for-profit organisations identify and provide guidance on how to fix security issues, so they are less likely to be involved in a security incident that could negatively impact what they do. We think that this is particularly important as community organisations often hold information on behalf of vulnerable people.
Who should apply?
Do you hold information on behalf of vulnerable people? Do you want to ensure that it is safely stored and managed? Bastion Security is looking for organisations who provide invaluable services to the community, we want to help them lift their security posture and hopefully prevent them from becoming a victim of a security breach. So if you are a not-for-profit organisation based in NZ requiring cyber security consulting then we would like to hear from you!!!
Application process
Expressions of interest for 2025 are open, you can apply here. Keep an eye on Bastion Security Group LinkedIn page for updates regarding this years funding round.
Key dates
- Applications open: 17th June - 17th July 2025
- Short listing of applicants: 18th - 19th July 2025
- Final interviews: 21st - 24th July 2025
- Successful applicants contacted: 30th July 2025
- Engagements underway: August 2025 - January 2026
Contact
For more information you can contact us at hackingforheroes@bastionsecurity.co.nz