CyberSafeGuard: Strengthening Cybersecurity for Vergo's Workplace Safety Solution

Closed
Vergo
Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada
Christian Browne
President, Vergo
(5)
4
Project
Academic experience
120 hours of work total
Learner
Anywhere
Advanced level

Project scope

Categories
Security (cybersecurity and IT security)
Skills
protocol implementation conformance statement workplace safety it infrastructure encryption software architecture cyber security data encryption cryptography cyber threat intelligence authentications
Details

The main goal of the project is to assess and enhance the cybersecurity measures for Vergo's cloud-based workplace safety solution. This includes identifying potential vulnerabilities, implementing appropriate security protocols, and developing strategies to protect user data and system integrity.

Deliverables
  1. Security Assessment: Conduct a comprehensive assessment of Vergo's current IT infrastructure and software architecture to identify potential cybersecurity vulnerabilities.
  2. Risk Analysis: Evaluate the potential impact and likelihood of cyber threats and data breaches to prioritize security efforts effectively.
  3. Security Protocol Implementation: Devise and implement robust security protocols, encryption methods, access controls, and authentication mechanisms to safeguard user data and system functionality.
  4. Data Protection Strategy: Design and implement data protection measures, including data encryption during transmission and storage, data anonymization, and regular data backups.
  5. User Privacy Measures: Ensure compliance with data protection regulations and best practices to maintain user privacy and confidentiality.


Mentorship
  1. Mentorship: Assigning each intern a dedicated mentor from our team with expertise in cybersecurity will provide consistent guidance, answer questions, and offer assistance throughout the project.
  2. Regular Check-ins: Scheduled check-in meetings will ensure that interns are making progress, provide a platform to address challenges, and offer timely feedback to keep the project on track.


These key support mechanisms will ensure that interns have the guidance, feedback, and knowledge they need to successfully complete the cybersecurity project and contribute effectively to enhancing our startup's cybersecurity measures.

About the company

Company
Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada
2 - 10 employees
Technology

Vergo reduces costly workplace injuries by using a computer vision platform that identifies high-risk postures and injury-prone activities in the workplace.