Cyber Espionage: Agent Running, Counter-Intelligence & Supply-Chain Exploitation
11 May 2027
6:00-7:30pm
Online
Event status:
Applications being accepted
Location:
Online
Dates:
11 May 2027
Study Format:
Online - live
Fees:
£15.00
This lecture examines how digital technologies have affected agent running across all stages of the SADRAT framework (Spotting, Assessing, Developing, Recruiting, Agent Running, and Termination). In particular, it considers how hacking techniques can complement traditional agent-running operations. It then analyses how human intelligence can support and enable hacking activities. Next, the lecture explores the impact of digital technologies on counter-intelligence. Finally, it examines the potential of cyber espionage targeting supply chains, which have proven to be a highly effective attack vector for large-scale breaches that may yield significant intelligence gains.
This lecture is part of the 'National Security and Cyber: Espionage and Warfare' lecture series, taking place on Tuesdays from 27 April to 1 June 2027. You can choose to register for individual lectures or may choose to register for the entire lecture series at a reduced price.
Please note:
- This lecture will close to enrolments at 23:59 BST on 6 May 2027.
- Due to the nature of the contents of this lecture, it is not suitable for people under 18 years old.
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IT requirements
We will be using Zoom for the livestreaming of this lecture series, and you will be able to submit questions via the Zoom interface. Joining instructions will be sent out prior to the start date. We recommend that you join the session at least 10-15 minutes prior to the start time – just as you might arrive a bit early at our lecture theatre for an in-person event.
Please note that this lecture will not be recorded.
Programme details
6.00–7.30pm BST (UTC+1)
This lecture will last approximately 1 hour, followed by questions.
Please join in good time before each lecture to ensure that you have no connection problems. We recommend joining 10-15 minutes before the start time.
Fees
| Description | Costs |
|---|---|
| Event fee | £15.00 |
Funding
If you are in receipt of a UK state benefit, or are a care-leaver in the UK, you may be eligible for a reduction of 50% of tuition fees. Please see the below link for full details:
Concessionary fees for short courses
Dr Craig Jarvis – Tutor
Craig is an independent academic specialising in national security and technology. He lectures at Oxford, Cambridge, Imperial College London, and Royal Holloway. His next book, ‘Cyber Terrorism: Extremism & Hacking’ will be published in 2026. Previous works include ‘CryptoWars: The Fight for Privacy in the Digital Age‘ and contributions to ‘Next Generation Enterprise Security‘. His research also appears in peer-reviewed journals, including ‘Intelligence and National Security’.
Craig holds a PhD in cybersecurity and history and has earned master’s degrees in international security, information security, and classical music, studying at Oxford, King’s College London, and Royal Holloway.
With extensive industry experience, his last permanent role was Chief Technology Officer at DXC Security, then the world’s largest security services provider. At DXC, he founded DXC Security Labs, spearheading advancements in cybersecurity research and development.
Craig remains deeply engaged with the private sector, particularly in finance, where he advises major banks and private equity firms on security strategy, architecture, and cyber due diligence. As a member of the Offensive Cyber Working Group’s College of Experts, he contributes to research and policy development in offensive cybersecurity. He is also the founding chair of the Geopolitics-Cyber Community of London Experts (GeoCyclone), an organisation bringing together business leaders, academics, and policy makers to share knowledge on national security and digital technologies.
He is currently studying Mandarin (HSK4).
Craig is active on LinkedIn, often posting details of upcoming courses and ongoing research.
Module code: O26P139DSL
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