Original Coverage & Source Attribution: thefinancialexpress.com.bd
Titled ‘The Role of Employee Awareness in Reducing Cybersecurity Risks,’ the seminar was organised by UCB’s Information Security Division and highlighted employees’ responsibilities in safeguarding digital assets and protecting customer information.
The seminar was inaugurated by Mohammed Mamdudur Rashid, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of UCB. He emphasised the importance of building a strong cybersecurity culture in a rapidly evolving digital environment. He also urged employees to remain alert to emerging cyber threats and take responsibility for identifying and addressing potential risks.
SM Tofayel Ahmed, Additional Director (ICT), Bangladesh Bank, attended the event. Other attendees included Nabil Mustafizur Rahman, Additional Managing Director and Chief Risk Officer; Faruk Ahammad, FCA, Chief Financial Officer; Zeeshan Kingshuk Huq, Chief Communication Officer; and Saiful Islam, Senior Executive Vice President (SEVP), UCB. Heads of various divisions, representatives of subsidiary companies and officials from Bangladesh Bank were also present.
During the seminar, Mashukur Rahman, Chief Technology Officer of UCB, delivered a session on ‘UCB’s Digital Transformation,’ while Shyamal B. Das, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of upay, discussed ‘Technology Risk Management.’
In a special session titled ‘Cybersecurity Awareness in Banks,’ SM Tofayel Ahmed, Additional Director (ICT), Bangladesh Bank, highlighted the importance of following basic cybersecurity practices, maintaining employee vigilance and complying with regulatory guidelines.
Speakers emphasised that cybersecurity is not solely the responsibility of an organisation’s technology team. Every employee plays an important role through awareness and responsible conduct. They noted that regular training, awareness initiatives and modern technology-driven security measures can help reduce cyber risks. They also stressed the need to strengthen cybersecurity awareness among employees to create a safer digital banking environment.
UCB continues to invest in digital transformation, cybersecurity and operational capabilities to protect customer information and the bank’s digital assets. The bank remains committed to strengthening these efforts to ensure secure, reliable and modern banking services.
