Certified Professional in Cybersecurity Governance for Social Workers
Published on June 23, 2025
About this Podcast
HOST: Welcome to our podcast, today we're joined by an expert in cybersecurity governance for social workers. Can you tell us a bit about your experience and why this topic is so important? GUEST: Absolutely, I've spent over a decade working in data privacy and security within social services. With the increasing digitization of client records, protecting sensitive information has become paramount. HOST: That's fascinating. Could you share some current trends in this field, particularly related to social work? GUEST: Sure, there's a growing emphasis on ethical use of technology, especially when it comes to AI and machine learning. Also, with more remote work, managing cyber risks has become even more challenging. HOST: What are some challenges that social workers might face when implementing these new practices? GUEST: One major challenge is staying updated on ever-evolving regulations like HIPAA and GDPR. Another is convincing staff and management to prioritize cybersecurity, which can sometimes be seen as less critical than direct client care. HOST: That's quite a hurdle. Now, looking forward, how do you see the role of cybersecurity in social work evolving? GUEST: I believe it will become integral to social work practice, just like maintaining confidentiality has always been. We'll see more integration of tech tools into everyday work, making cybersecurity knowledge essential. HOST: Thank you for sharing your insights. Before we wrap up, any advice for social workers interested in enhancing their cybersecurity knowledge? GUEST: Absolutely! Start with understanding the basics of data protection and gradually build up your expertise. Courses like the 'Certified Professional in Cybersecurity Governance for Social Workers' are excellent resources for this journey. HOST: Excellent! That's all the time we have today. Thanks for joining us and giving us a glimpse into this crucial area of social work. GUEST: My pleasure. Thanks for having me.
