National strategy for the protection of Switzerland against cyber risks – NCS implementation plan 4. Promotion of interdisciplinary cyber security research and education Project description Exchanges between the various fields of research in the area of cyber risks are encouraged. An informal network of researchers will be established, which should lead to better mutual understanding and joint research projects. Responsibility armasuisse S+T and Cyber Security Competence Centre in cooperation with SATW (researcher networking, awareness raising) Milestones Q4/2019: Most important research institutes of Swiss universities in the area of cyber risks identified Q2/2020: Needs assessment among identified institutes Q1/2021: Form and contents of the regular exchange among the participants defined Q1/2022: Exchange takes place 5. Promotion of ethical hacking Project description The support and promotion of various already established events in the field of ethical hacking are intended to strengthen the development and exchange of knowledge in this field and to expand the network. A Swiss hacking contest enables the participants to compete against one another and to present the topic of ethical hacking to a broad audience. Moreover, young talents in this area are thereby identified and promoted. Responsibility Cyber Security Competence Centre Milestones Q2/2019: Established events in the area of ethical hacking identified Q3/2019: Promotion instruments arranged; funding applied for if necessary Q1/2020: Promotion instruments available Q3/2020: Swiss hacking contest held 17/79