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 event 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 2024 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: 15th April - 15th May 2024
- Short listing of applicants: 16th - 18th May 2024
- Final interviews: 21st - 28th May 2024
- Successful applicants contacted: 1st June 2024
- Engagements underway: June - December 2024
Contact
For more information you can contact us at hackingforheroes@bastionsecurity.co.nz