The Essential 8 Update - what it really means!

The ASD update the E8 model regularly, the last change was in November 2023. In recent conversations, many were unaware of the update, so we thought it would be of value to highlight the salient issues.

Trustworthy, Inclusive & Intelligent: Understanding NSW Government Priorities in 2024

A NSW Public Sector Report: Inclusion, Cyber, AI & Innovation

Ethical Hacking - Friend or Foe?

Ethical hackers, also known as white hat hackers, are cybersecurity professionals who use their skills and knowledge to identify vulnerabilities in government systems, networks, and applications before malicious cyber criminals can exploit them for illegal purposes. In other words, they use hacking for good – not evil, but the clear difference must be communicated among governments, cyber professionals and citizens. Read on to uncover the pros and cons to this cybersecurity approach and discover if it is one governments should bank on.

How to Stay Cyber Secure - It's Not Just About Technology

While robust technological solutions are essential to the cybersecurity of government organisations, they’re only part of the equation. Governments must recognize that effective enterprise-wide security requires a strategic, long-term approach, focusing more on communication and security culture. Read on to discover how government organisations can instil cybersecurity behaviour and culture to stay powerful - and confident against the barrage of cyberwarfare.

How to Avoid Six Common Stakeholder Engagement Risks

Navigating stakeholder engagement involves building relationships, adhering to regulations, and safeguarding data and your entire engagement strategy against pitfalls—a challenge often underestimated until it's too late. You can take charge and strengthen your stakeholder engagement strategy to ward off potential risks and protect your organization. In this eBook, you'll find: 6 distinct types of risks to be aware of Expert tips to bolster your stakeholder engagement strategy Practical insights that allow you to take control

Improving Government from the Inside Out

A massive 55% of the Australian public sector professionals agree that talent attraction and retention is their single biggest challenge. With workplace culture becoming increasingly important, the public sector needs to step up its game to appeal to fresh talent and grab them before the private sector can. We polled over 300 APS professionals to uncover their workforce pain points and priorities. Check out the findings - plus a few strategies to help you on your way - in our newest infographic.

Breaking Down The Cyber Security Strategy 2023-2030: Phase Three (2029-2030)

he third and final phase, or “horizon” of the Australian Cyber Security Strategy for 2023–2030. This is the most visionary and ambitious of the three phases... This is also the phase where there will be direct economic value generated from the overall strategy, as the country will lead the development of emerging cyber technologies capable of adapting to new risks and opportunities across the cyber landscape.

Breaking Down The Cyber Security Strategy 2023-2030: Phase Two (2026-2028)

The first phase, or “horizon” for the Australian Government’s Cyber Security Strategy 2023-2030 is focused on building foundations and preparedness. For the second phase (2026-2028), the government has flagged that the intent will be one of scale and maturity. Phase two will take the foundations laid in phase one and begin to accelerate them, with a broader reach that is going to impact on both society and the way resilience is built into organisations.