Government Cyber Security Showcase Victoria
Registration
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM (45 mins)
Skyline Dining, Hill Stand, Level 3
PSN opening
8:45 AM - 9:00 AM (15 mins)
Skyline Dining, Hill Stand, Level 3
Chair opening
9:00 AM - 9:10 AM (10 mins)
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Opening address
9:10 AM - 9:20 AM (10 mins)
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Managing cyber security in today’s Victorian public sector cyber sector
9:20 AM - 9:40 AM (20 mins)
- Navigate the evolving threat landscape faced by government
- Enhancing cyber resilience at a whole of government level
- Addressing the human risk in cyber security
Skyline Dining, Hill Stand, Level 3
Can Identity Security Win Votes?
9:40 AM - 10:00 AM (20 mins)
Like many other governments, the Victorian Government is committed to Digital Transformation, balancing innovation with responsible investment of taxpayer funds. As government agencies modernise, there is an increasing need for the workforce to be digitised, enabling public servants to work efficiently and serve citizens seamlessly. However, a critical challenge remains—how digital access is provided and secured for these users.
This session will present key insights and trends gathered from roundtable discussions across VIC, WA, NSW, SA, and QLD on the relevance and impact of Identity Security in State Government.
We will explore:
- What is Identity Security? Understanding its role in workforce digital access
- Challenges in State Governments - Key problem areas affecting secure workforce access
- What drives (or hinders) government investment in Identity Security?
- The Future of Identity Security in Government - Emerging trends and opportunities
Join us as we unpack the case for Identity Security in shaping a more secure, efficient, and digitally-enabled government—one that earns trust, delivers better services, and ultimately, wins votes.
Skyline Dining, Hill Stand, Level 3
Importance of notify and recovery – gaining and keeping citizen trust
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM (30 mins)
- Transparent communication – clear and timely communication protocols
- Effective incident response to restore operations and minimise disruptions
- The importance of post-incident remediation and addressing vulnerabilities
- Fostering public trust through continual commitment to uplifting cyber security
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Partnering more transparently with agencies and industry
10:30 AM - 10:50 AM (20 mins)
- Why transparency is vital to create cyber uplift
- What does this look like within government partnerships
- Clear communication on partnership expectations
The Forum, Level 1
Morning Tea in the Expo
10:50 AM - 11:30 AM (40 mins)
Skyline Dining, Hill Stand, Level 3
Opening from Track Chair
11:30 AM - 11:40 AM (10 mins)
Skyline Lounge, Hill Stand, Level 3
Opening from Track Chair
11:30 AM - 11:40 AM (10 mins)
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Cloud Security: Key challenges and practical ways to overcome them
11:40 AM - 12:00 PM (20 mins)
- Addressing challenges in ensuring data privacy and compliance
- Highlighting the complexities of the shared responsibility model
- Discussing the challenges of real-time threat detection
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Diversity in Cyber Security: Insights on the retention of women in the workplace
11:40 AM - 12:00 PM (20 mins)
- Building an inclusive workforce
- Education and training programs to improve cyber skills
- Mentorships and support networks to upskill security professionals
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Zero Trust: A New Era in Government Security
12:00 PM - 12:20 PM (20 mins)
Through this session you will understand that implementing zero trust is an opportunity to improve the way your users interact with the services you provide. The agenda will show how Zero Trust makes your services more accessible, fairer and better. It will cover how zero trust can:
- Enable a seamless experience for your users
- Decrease the cost of development
- Streamline your technology, processes and data footprint
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Cybersecurity in the wild: real-world threats and resilience strategies
12:00 PM - 12:20 PM (20 mins)
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Collaboration between departments and agencies
12:20 PM - 12:50 PM (30 mins)
- Uplifting cyber for citizens and organisations
- Supporting smaller organisations for maximum security
- Mentorships and support networks
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How to weaponise threat intel for protection
12:20 PM - 12:50 PM (30 mins)
- How to best employ threat intel for an effective response
- Strategies for enhanced security within organisational systems
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Awareness and training for public sector employees
12:50 PM - 1:10 PM (20 mins)
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Response and recovery: Best practices for government
12:50 PM - 1:10 PM (20 mins)
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Finding efficiencies in how you work
1:10 PM - 1:30 PM (20 mins)
- Streamlining processes to enhance productivity
- Leveraging tools and platforms to improve collaboration
- Fostering a culture of continuous improvement
Skyline Lounge, Hill Stand, Level 3
Behaviour principles and community perceptions
1:10 PM - 1:30 PM (20 mins)
- Interactive training programs to help staff
- Establishing regular awareness initiatives
- Empowering reporting mechanisms
The Forum, Level 1
Lunch in the Expo
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM (60 mins)
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Interactive Roundtable Discussions
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM (60 mins)
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Building Resilience Against Modern Threats: Geo-Political Realities, the Protective Security Policy Framework and Victoria’s Cyber Strategy
3:30 PM - 3:50 PM (20 mins)
This presentation explores how evolving Indo-Pacific and national cybersecurity policies, such as the Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF) and 2024 Directions, impact Victoria’s cyber security landscape. It emphasises the need to consider these frameworks as an addition to the Victorian Cyber Strategy, highlighting the Mission Delivery Plans. Attendees will gain actionable insights to enhance resilience against modern threats, aligning Victorian Government strategies with broader geopolitical and national security developments in an increasingly interconnected world.
Skyline Dining, Hill Stand, Level 3
CISO Panel: Leading through change and uncertainty
3:50 PM - 4:20 PM (30 mins)
- Strategic vision and leadership
- The challenges and opportunities of adopting new technologies while maintaining robust security measures
- How CISOs can navigate compliance challenges while driving strategic initiatives
Skyline Dining, Hill Stand, Level 3
Closing Remarks
4:20 PM - 4:30 PM (10 mins)
The Forum, Level 1
Networking Drinks
4:30 PM - 5:40 PM (70 mins)
