Doha: Qatar University Information Technology Services (QU-ITS) held workshops on risk management to orient the department’s teams on risks definition, expected risks in daily activities and ways of managing them.
Over 10 participants attended the workshops conducted by Hend Hammad, ITS Information Systems Specialist and Certified Lead Auditor for ISO 27001 and ISO 22301.
She said risk management applies to any activities or operations and is not restricted to information technology or security; that every QU department or operation can face risks and should have a process to identify, assess and mitigate them in an effective manner.
Trevor Moore, Chief Information Officer, ITS, presented participants with letters of appreciation. He expressed support for QU’s risk management activities and envisioned them embedded in all IT operations.
Mohamad Eljazzar, Manager, Information Security and Compliance, stressed the importance for organisations to understand and analyse major risks that may threaten the continuity of their business.
“A holistic risk management process that is repeatable and measurable is a tool that can help focus resources where they matter most.
“The results of the risk management workshops should enhance IT and information security management at QU,” Eljazzar added.The Peninsula
