Finnish Center of Expertise for Cybersecurity FICEC

We are a collaborative network that promotes the growth of Finland's national cybersecurity capabilities through research and education.

Stronger together!

Verkkomainen taustakuva

Leading in Cybersecurity Expertise

Jyväskylä University of Applied Sciences and the University of Jyväskylä have long collaborated to enhance regional cybersecurity expertise and find sustainable solutions to cybersecurity challenges in both the public and private sectors. Cybersecurity is a crucial part of overall societal security, requiring awareness and active participation from companies, organizations, individuals, and families. It involves not just technical skills but also cooperation, vigilance, and innovation.

Tero Kokkonen

Our Focus

Focus Areas

  1. Education: Developing and coordinating cybersecurity education in higher education institutions and promoting cybersecurity skills at all educational levels.
  2. Research, Development, and Innovation: Project-based initiatives tailored to the needs of stakeholders, forming project consortia, applying for funding, and implementing R&D projects.
  3. Influence and Awareness: Directing R&D funding and developing national cyber resilience. Increasing cybersecurity awareness and capabilities among member organizations.

Our Vision

To become a top-tier international center for cybersecurity research and education, particularly strengthening the vitality of the Central Finland region and supporting Finland's cybersecurity brand.

Networking and Collaboration

Our cybersecurity networks have expanded beyond national borders over the decades, participating in NATO's Cyber Coalition & Locked Shields exercises. We are also members of ECSO, FISC, and PIA ry. We contributed to Finland's cybersecurity strategy and have collaborated with the Ministry of Defense.

Martti Lehto

What we do?

1.

Research and Expertise
We promote research activities and develop cybersecurity expertise.

2.

Resilience
We support the cyber resilience of the workforce.

3.

Capabilities
We strengthen national cybersecurity capabilities.
Our vision is to become a top-tier international center for cybersecurity research and education. We particularly strengthen the vitality of the Central Finland region and support Finland's cybersecurity brand. The center combines strong collaboration with the business sector and the ability to apply the latest technology. We have the capability and desire to be at the forefront of cybersecurity!
Rauli Paananen

Do you want your company or organization to join the network? Get in touch!

The Center of Expertise for Cybersecurity strengthens and expands collaboration beyond higher education institutions. The network includes participants from the business sector and public administration. Come and enhance the attractiveness of Jyväskylä and Central Finland as the core of cybersecurity expertise!

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