Dr. Steve Albrecht: “Cybersecurity: Fortifying Your Library in the Digital Age”

In an increasingly digital world, libraries are not just sanctuaries of knowledge but also gatekeepers of vast amounts of digital information and personal data.

This presentation by Brian Pichman of the Evolve Project delves into the critical realm of cybersecurity within our libraries. Designed to cater to librarians of all technical backgrounds, this session aims to demystify cybersecurity concepts, highlight recent threats targeting library systems, and introduce practical tools and strategies for safeguarding our digital and physical repositories. Additionally, we will discuss the pivotal role that cybersecurity-literate librarians can play in educating patrons about digital literacy and cybersecurity and empowering our communities to navigate the cyber landscape confidently and safely.

About the Speaker

DR. STEVE ALBRECHT. Since 2000, Dr. Steve Albrecht has trained thousands of library employees in 28+ states, live and online, in service, safety, security, and supervision. His programs are fast, entertaining, and provide tools that can be put to use immediately in the library workspace with all types of patrons. In 2015, the ALA published his book, Library Security: Better Communication, Safer Facilities. He is currently writing the sequel, The Safe Library: Keeping Users, Staff, and Collections Secure, for Rowman & Littlefield.  Steve holds a doctoral degree in Business Administration (D.B.A.), an M.A. in Security Management, a B.A. in English, and a B.S. in Psychology. He is board-certified in HR, security management, employee coaching, and threat assessment.  He has written 24 books on business, security, and leadership topics. He lives with six dogs, two cats, and three chickens. (Not all in the same room, of course.)