Universitas Muhammadiyah Sumatera Utara (UMSU) proudly welcomed Dr. Paulus Wahjudi, an esteemed Indonesian-born cybersecurity expert from the Marshall University Institute for Cyber Security, USA, for a compelling general lecture titled “Critical Infrastructure Security and Resilience for Regional Stability.”
Held in the heart of UMSU’s academic center, the session brought together students, faculty members, and cybersecurity enthusiasts for an insightful exploration into one of the most urgent challenges of the digital age. Dr. Paulus, who has an impressive academic and professional background—including previous experience with NASA—delivered a wake-up call on the vulnerabilities that exist within critical infrastructure systems.
His presentation emphasized the indispensable need to understand and secure our national and regional digital systems in the face of escalating cyber threats. “We can’t secure what we don’t understand,” Dr. Paulus firmly stated, urging the audience to recognize the pressing need for cyber-awareness and proactive defense mechanisms.
Throughout the lecture, Dr. Paulus explained how identifying and analyzing weak points in digital infrastructure is key to building resilient, secure environments that can support both public safety and national security. His message resonated strongly with the audience, highlighting the role of academic institutions like UMSU in preparing the next generation of cybersecurity leaders.
UMSU’s commitment to global engagement and digital literacy was further underscored by this collaboration. The university continues to build bridges with international experts to expose students to real-world issues and forward-thinking solutions.
The event concluded with an interactive Q&A session, during which students eagerly engaged with Dr. Paulus on topics ranging from data privacy to the future of AI in cybersecurity.
As cyber threats continue to evolve, UMSU reaffirms its dedication to equipping students with the tools and knowledge necessary to defend digital infrastructure and contribute meaningfully to regional and global stability.
Stay tuned—more brilliant minds and global perspectives are coming to UMSU!
