Government Cyber Security Showcase Victoria
Collaborate, innovate, secure: Protecting Victoria’s digital future together
For government, by government
Event steering committee
Dovid Clarke
The Victorian Government Chief Information Security Officer and Executive Director of Data and Digital Resilience, Department of Government Services
Maxine Harrison
Chief Information Security Officer, Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action
Luke Halliday
Executive Director, Technology & Digital Platforms, Digital Transformation, Department of Government Services
Emily Mailes
Chief eHealth Strategy Officer, Victorian Department of Health
Darshil Mehta
Chief Data and Analytics Officer, Australian Securities and Investments Commission
Max Jacobs
Director, Digital and Analytics Service, Department of Government Services
Janet Rowe
Head of EM ICN, Commercial and Budget, EM Technology and Data, Department of Justice and Community Safety, Victoria
Dovid Clarke
The Victorian Government Chief Information Security Officer and Executive Director of Data and Digital Resilience, Department of Government Services
Maxine Harrison
Chief Information Security Officer, Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action
Luke Halliday
Executive Director, Technology & Digital Platforms, Digital Transformation, Department of Government Services
Emily Mailes
Chief eHealth Strategy Officer, Victorian Department of Health
Darshil Mehta
Chief Data and Analytics Officer, Australian Securities and Investments Commission
Max Jacobs
Director, Digital and Analytics Service, Department of Government Services
Janet Rowe
Head of EM ICN, Commercial and Budget, EM Technology and Data, Department of Justice and Community Safety, Victoria
Event overview
As part of Government Innovation Week Victoria (27-29 May 2025), the Government Cyber Security Showcase Victoria is your premier opportunity to engage in critical discussions and collaborative efforts aimed at fortifying Victoria’s cybersecurity landscape. With cyber threats becoming more sophisticated and pervasive, this showcase comes at a pivotal time, aligned with new regional policies and recent cyber incidents, making it a must-attend event for public sector leaders.
On 28 May 2025, this showcase will focus on cutting-edge approaches to protecting sensitive data, fortifying public sector defences, and nurturing the next generation of cybersecurity talent.
Partnering with Cenitex, the Victorian government’s strategic IT provider, this event brings together senior leaders, innovators, and industry experts to chart the next steps in defending the region against evolving cyber threats. Attendees will walk away with actionable insights, access to breakthrough technologies, and a clear roadmap to strengthen their organisation's cyber resilience.
Join us for this vital part of Government Innovation Week, and network with thought leaders in the public sector to explore how collaborative efforts can make Victoria a leader in cybersecurity.
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Who will be there?
- Increase the maturity of the VIC government's cyber threat intelligence capability to improve risk-informed decision-making around threats to government systems.
- Progress the ability to prevent and prepare for, as well as respond to and recover from, cyber security incidents including insider threats, through capability and capacity uplift across people, processes and technology
- Bolster security operational capability for the whole of government services • Establish a strong risk-based approach to the security risk management of vendors and the government's supply chain.
- Activate widespread agency adoption of contemporary network security approaches, including zero-trust network principles for government systems and applications.
- Enhance the VIC Government’s security posture through increased monitoring and incident response capabilities to protect government data.
- Build resilience and improve the protection of government assets and data
- Improve the management of information, data and assets, in line with their value, and better defend, detect and respond to security incidents
- Build community trust in transacting with the government online
• Foster cyber talent and support the hiring of trainees and graduates in cyber security and related fields
• Activate collaboration, engagement and a common vision for cyber security across industry, academia, education and government in SA
• Drive a culture of cyber security through education and awareness to enhance protection and resilience
Tracks at a glance
Innovation
Explore the latest advancements in cyber defence technologies, intelligence-sharing initiatives, and the integration of emerging technologies like AI and machine learning to drive cybersecurity innovation.
Resilience
Delve into strategies for enhancing public sector resilience, including data protection, threat mitigation, and workforce development to prepare Victoria for future cyber challenges.
Why attend?
Understand how cooperative efforts benefit Victoria as a whole
Forge a path to more secure citizen data and better-protected networks
Unpack how victorian agencies can embrace futuristic technologies
How public sector can use AI to detect and counter more sophisticated threats
Collaborate and network with victorian cyber leaders
Work together to better combat the latest challenges in cloud security and regulatory compliance.
Learn how other Vic agencies are successfully driving a culture of cyber awareness
Educating the entire workforce to enhance resilience and protection.
Leverage the shared expertise of cyber security leaders
Discover how to implement zero trust and protect against third-party risk.
Vendors boost your presence
By partnering with the Public Sector Network on this event, the Cyber Security Showcase will spotlight your brand as a leader in cybersecurity solutions. This event will offer exclusive access to a targeted audience of government officials, IT professionals, and industry influencers, presenting a prime opportunity to showcase your solutions, forge new connections, and influence the future of cybersecurity in Victoria.
Join us in May 2025 to leverage this platform for maximum brand exposure, engage with key stakeholders, and demonstrate your support for enhancing Victoria’s cyber capabilities.
- Foster partnerships and collaborate with Victorian Government cyber, information, and data security leaders to enhance and build on the State’s threat response capabilities.
- Educate on how your solutions can proactively strengthen cyber defences for improved resilience, and explore the emerging potential of new technologies for more sophisticated threat detection.
- Position yourself as a thought leader in emerging trends, technologies, and strategies to meet Victoria’s 2025 cybersecurity demands, supporting the safe and secure delivery of next-generation public services.
- Activate the advancement of core cyber capabilities and strengthen whole-of-government operational security services to enhance the ability to detect and respond to complex and sophisticated cyber threats.
- Assist Victorian Government leaders in identifying the most effective approaches to safeguarding infrastructure, digital assets, and citizen information against cyber threats, thereby upholding public trust and confidence.
Ready to register?
Registration is free for government