Cybersecurity Readiness for Defence Suppliers
Date: November 19, 2026
Location: Online
Time: 9:00 AM MST
Price: FREE
As cybersecurity requirements continue to strengthen across the defence sector, suppliers must be prepared to demonstrate robust cyber resilience to remain competitive and eligible for defence contracts.
Join us for an informative webinar designed to help manufacturers and suppliers understand the evolving cybersecurity landscape within Canada's defence supply chain. Participants will gain insights into government cybersecurity expectations, certification pathways, and practical steps to improve organizational readiness.
Participants will learn:
- The importance of cybersecurity in defence procurement.
- Overview of Canadian cybersecurity requirements for defence suppliers.
- Understanding CPCSM Level 1 (and / or Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) frameworks)
- Common cybersecurity risks facing manufacturers and supply chain organizations.
- Practical steps to assess and improve cybersecurity readiness.
- Resources and support available to help organizations achieve compliance and strengthen resilience.
Webinar Agenda:
- Why Cybersecurity Matters in Defence
- Cyber Security Procurement Cyber Security Mandate (CPCSM Level 1 requirement)
- Building Cybersecurity Readiness
- Resource & Programs available
Meet the speaker
Azhar Laldin is co-founder of Castellan Information Security Services Inc. and manages the delivery of its Cybersecurity services. Azhar is a Certified Information Security Manager, Project Management Professional and is Certified in Risk and Information Control.
He has over 30 years of experience working in the IT field, and over 20+ years of experience in successfully delivering complex projects across several industries including Education, Agriculture, Financial Services, Telecommunications, Insurance and Healthcare.
As an Information Security executive, he has led the implementation of enterprise-level Cyber Security Programs for complex public and private organizations to help protect their information assets and build modern and compliant security infrastructures.