12th of December, 2024 | 10:00, Online (ZOOM)
“The convergence of cyber and hybrid threats poses a multifaceted security challenge, blending digital attacks with traditional tactics such as disinformation, economic coercion or physical disruption. In this cyber talk, we will address this fusion that creates complex vulnerabilities, exploited by various actors, necessitating innovative and coordinated defenses to protect national security and maintain resilience against constantly evolving threats.”
* The event will be held in English.
** Registration is required
*** The event will be recorded
The event will feature speaker Dr. Josef Schröfl.
Short Professional biography
Dr. Josef Schröfl, Col (AUT AF, OF-5)
Josef Schroefl started his career in the Austrian Armed Forces in 1982 and worked since than in various areas of the military, including several mil operations/UN-tours f.e. to Syria. Since 2006 he served in the Austrian MoD heading: “Comprehensive Approach”, “Hybrid threats” and “Cyber Security/Cyber Defence”.
He holds a B.A. in Computer Technology, an M.A. in Intern. Relations from University of Delaware/US and a PhD in Intern. Politics from University of Vienna. Several publications/books on Asymmetric/Cyber/Hybrid threats, crisis, conflict and warfare. Peer Board member/reviewer of/from several magazines, f.e. “The Defence Horizon Journal”.
Current position: Deputy Director for CoI Strategy & Defence at the hybrid CoE in Helsinki/Finland, leading the Cyber-workstrand there.
