NEWS AND UPDATES

Held from October 7 to 9, 2026, the three-day training brought together representatives from participating agencies and stakeholders across Regions I and II and the Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR). The activity aimed to enhance participants’ knowledge and technical capabilities in addressing cybersecurity threats, managing security incidents, and protecting government information systems and digital environments.

The training covered key topics, including an introduction to CERT-PH services and training programs, the latest cybersecurity threat landscape in the Philippines, the establishment of Computer Emergency Response Teams (CERTs), incident response procedures, and CERT operations through tabletop exercises.

In her message, ASec. Remigio emphasized that cybersecurity goes beyond protecting systems and data, highlighting the responsibility of public servants to safeguard citizens’ privacy and security while upholding public trust. She also stressed the importance of vigilance and preparedness in addressing evolving cyber threats, including phishing, ransomware, cyberfraud, social engineering, and AI-driven attacks.

The initiative highlights the importance of inter-agency collaboration and capacity-building in strengthening cybersecurity preparedness across Northern Luzon. Through continued cooperation and knowledge-sharing among participating agencies, the council aims to promote a safer and more secure digital environment for government institutions and the communities they serve.