#42🚨 SNEF Cybershield 2025 – Building a Resilient Business in an Age of Escalating Threats 🛡️

Co-organised by Singapore National Employers Federation (SNEF) and Stone Cybersecurity

In an era where digital transformation is accelerating, cybersecurity is no longer just an IT issue — it is a business survival imperative.

🔑 Dr. Stephen Yee (Assistant CEO, SNEF) opened with a firm reminder:

> “Singapore may be small, but we are effective. Our responsibility is to scale beyond and empower businesses to succeed across ASEAN.”

🔥 Mr. JJ Sor – PCQI (Director, Stone Cybersecurity) delivered a powerful session on “Cybersecurity for Business Survival”:

60% of SMEs experienced cyber incidents last year

Threats are closer than we think — with ransomware, AI-driven attacks, and deepfakes reshaping the threat landscape

Cyber threats today are operational and boardroom-level risks — not just technical issues

💡 Ms. Mona Bajani (Digital Trust Lead, BSI) shared how:

> “44% of Singaporeans would stop engaging with a business post-data breach.”

Her message was clear:

✔ Privacy, Security & Ethics must align

✔ Standards like ISO/IEC 27001:2022 are essential to demonstrate trust and improve operational efficiency

✔ Certification isn’t just compliance — it’s a strategic business advantage

👥 The panel, moderated by Dr. Stephen Yee, featured:

Mr. Barnaby Grosvenor (APAC CISO, Dentsu)

Mr. John Yong (Senior Advisor, SIT)

Together, they stressed the growing demand for skilled cybersecurity professionals — now commanding 20-25% higher salaries than general IT roles — and the importance of augmenting internal teams with trusted external specialists.

💬 Key Takeaway: Cybersecurity is not optional. It’s a critical enabler of trust, resilience, and long-term competitiveness. As we venture into ASEAN markets, building cyber-ready capabilities is the bedrock of sustainable growth.

🔗 #Cybersecurity #DigitalTrust #BusinessContinuity #SNEF #StoneCybersecurity #ISO27001 #SMEs #ASEANMarkets #RiskManagement #Sustainability #Leadership

This post is also published on LinkedIn (end June 2025)