Government Cyber Security Showcase Victoria
Collaborate, innovate, secure: Protecting Victoria’s digital future together
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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?
Gain insights into leadership in cybersecurity, exploring advanced solutions in Information Security, Cyber Defence, and securing public sector operations.
- Increase the maturity of your 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, process, and technology
- Enhance your security posture through increased monitoring and incident response capabilities to protect government data
- 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 and 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.
Information Management and Privacy Leaders
- 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
- 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?
Actionable insights
Gain valuable insights from keynotes, case studies, and expert panels. Leave with actionable strategies and knowledge to apply directly to your agency’s cybersecurity journey.
Fostering Collaboration
Participate in interactive sessions designed to foster collaboration across agencies. Work together on shared challenges, learn best practices, and explore solutions that drive collective impact.
Unmatched Networking
Meet and connect with fellow government leaders, innovators, and industry experts. Build relationships and grow your professional network with peers dedicated to advancing and protecting public service.
Vendors boost your presence
Becoming a partner at the Government Cyber Security Showcase Victoria offers unique opportunities to connect with decision-makers, showcase innovative solutions, and align with transformative public sector goals. As a partner, you’ll have access to influential government leaders, providing a valuable platform to demonstrate your expertise and contribute to critical conversations on public sector modernisation. With a focus on Victoria’s specific needs, partnership enables you to collaborate directly with key players, co-develop solutions for the state’s challenges, and reinforce your commitment to advancing government services in impactful ways.
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