العربية 
Ibb- Within the framework of scientific and academic activities aimed at enhancing digital awareness and building technical capacities among students, the Department of Computing and Information Technology at the Ibb Branch of the University of Science and Technology organized an extensive scientific event entitled “The Importance of Cybersecurity and Its Risks.” The event was attended by Dr. Makram Al-Jamali, Director of the University Branch in Ibb; Dr. Bader Al-Farah, Deputy Director of the Branch; Dr. Radwan Al-Dailami, Head of the Department of Computing and Information Technology; and Prof. Dr. Radwan Shaddad, Head of the Cybersecurity Program.
This event underscores the commitment of the University of Science and Technology – Ibb and its Department of Computing and Information Technology to keeping pace with scientific and technological developments while cultivating a conscious, qualified generation capable of actively contributing to the protection of the digital space and serving the community.
In his opening remarks, Dr. Makram Al-Jamali emphasized the growing importance of cybersecurity amidst the rapid digital transformation sweeping the world, noting that cybersecurity is no longer merely a technical choice, but a national and institutional necessity to safeguard data, information, and digital infrastructure. He explained that the University places great emphasis on such specialized scientific events, which help elevate student awareness, develop practical skills, and bridge theoretical knowledge with practical application to meet market demands.
For his part, Dr. Radwan Al-Dailami delivered a welcoming speech praising the university leadership’s support for academic and specialized activities organized by the department. He stressed that the event falls within the academic plan of the Department of Computing and Information Technology, aiming to foster a culture of cybersecurity among students and highlight digital risks and preventive methods.
The event featured a specialized scientific seminar presented by Prof. Dr. Radwan Shaddad, Head of the Cybersecurity and Networks Program, who elaborated on the concept of cybersecurity, its importance in protecting systems and networks, and rising cyber risks. He also reviewed major types of cyber attacks, penetration methods, and defense mechanisms, concluding with expressions of gratitude to Dr. Ibrahim Al-Nizami, Faculty Member in the Department of Computing, and Eng. Bilqis Alwa, Teaching Assistant in the Cybersecurity and Networks Program, for their outstanding efforts in organizing student activities and competitions.
In an interactive and enthusiastic atmosphere, the event hosted a specialized scientific programming competition between two student teams: the “Hacker and Penetration Team” and the “Data Protection Team,” designed to enhance analytical thinking and practical application of cybersecurity concepts.
The event was also attended by Dr. Fahd Al-Qasim, Head of the Information Technology Program; Dr. Ibrahim Al-Nizami, Quality Coordinator; Eng. Hamza Al-Majidi, Public Relations and Marketing Manager at the Branch; Eng. Bilqis Alwa; Mohammed Al-Moaedhen, Secretary-General of the Student Forum at the Branch; along with numerous faculty members, administrative staff, and a wide turnout of students from the Department of Computing and Information Technology.
