← Security Risk Reform and Transformation Policy Division
Overview
The Cyber Intelligence Policy and Incident Response Branch was established in 2020 following the 2017 Strategic Review, and formalised by the Civil Service Establishment Order of 2019. The Branch promotes cybersecurity innovation, supports the development of evidence-based policies, and contributes to the ongoing improvement of Jamaica's cybercrime and cybersecurity frameworks.
The Branch works to ensure that Jamaica is equipped to anticipate, detect, and respond to cyberthreats while building national capacity and public awareness in cybersecurity.
Key Initiatives
- Project PRO-Cyber — Aimed at strengthening cybercrime investigative capabilities across Jamaica's law enforcement agencies
- MNS CyberSMART — A nationwide cyber awareness project promoting continuous education and training on cybersecurity best practices for individuals, businesses, and government entities
Key Functions
- Development and review of cybercrime and cybersecurity policy and legislation
- Cyber threat intelligence analysis and dissemination to security agencies
- Coordination of cybersecurity incident response across government entities
- Promotion of cybersecurity awareness through public education campaigns
- Liaison with regional and international cybersecurity bodies and partners
- Supporting capacity building in cybercrime investigation for law enforcement
Contact
Ministry of National Security and Peace
NCB South Tower, 2 Oxford Road, Kingston 5
Jamaica, West Indies
Tel: (876) 906-4908 | Fax: (876) 906-1724