Steve Waterhouse
Course instructor in the master's microprogram at the University of Sherbrooke in information security // Former Information Security Officer at the Department of National Defence of Canada // Former Assistant Deputy Minister for Government Information Security and Cybersecurity of Quebec // Cyber-soldier veteran
During his military career with the Canadian Armed Forces in the Royal 22nd Regiment, Capt(ret) Steve Waterhouse, CD traded his weapon for a keyboard and became one of the first cyber-soldiers in Canada. After training soldiers and officers in combat arms, Steve then worked on the operational implementation of the first military administrative networks at QGSQFT, at the Montreal base, and at the Royal Military College of Saint-Jean, as well as on the implementation of modern cybersecurity practices as the first Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) in Montreal and Saint-Jean. He continues to share his passion and experience as a course instructor at the University of Sherbrooke in the master's microprogram in information security - prevention stream. He is invited to bring his experience and expertise to the committees of the House of Commons of Canada and the National Assembly of Quebec and is frequently sought after in Canadian media to comment on cybersecurity issues and called as an expert witness in legal cases. Mr. Waterhouse was also the first Assistant Deputy Minister for Government Security and Cybersecurity at the Ministry of Cybersecurity and Digital (MCN) of Quebec until early 2023. He holds numerous professional technology certifications and is a CompTIA and CWNP instructor. Steve is also a PADI Dive Master.
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Have we improved our cyber resilience to technological evolution in 25 years?
Companies, through their digital transformation, must be aware, just like everyone else, that we are now very dependent on IT and we must always have a "Plan B" in our daily lives. This presentation aims to foster a common reflection to change our perceptions for better preparedness against these risks. In 1998, the northeastern part of North America experienced an extraordinary weather event, namely an ice storm, which had significant consequences on the economy of 3 provinces and 3 U.S. states. Fortunately, there were few deaths (most attributable to the improper use of auxiliary heating) and our society was just beginning to discover the Internet. For nearly a month, many had to learn to cope with logistical challenges (food, fuel, medicine) and how to stay warm if emergency shelter life was not possible. 25 years later, last winter we faced another episode of ice that simply caused problems with power outages lasting a few days due to poorly maintained trees. In light of this, if the ice episode of 2023 had been as severe as in 1998, considering our society's dependence on digital technology and how the economy is based on "just in time," is our society, our economy, and our governance at all levels ready to face it in a way that reduces the consequences to an acceptable level?