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Cyber Security in the Public Service 2020

With cybercrime on the rise in Australia and globally, and with the world more connected than ever and in the context of COVID-19, it is crucial that all organisations including governments are aware of what cyber security is and take its impact seriously. Cyber security should be embedded into the planning of every organisation, and updated strategies to identify and deal with it need to be developed and implemented. Cyber security professionals along with academics in this field have excellent tips, guidance and advice for organisations and governments on how to monitor cybercrime and how to deal with it. Through …

Public Sector Network Cyber Security and Risk Management

29 Sep 2020

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Women in Leadership 2020

As workplaces change, evolve and adapt – both in general and as a result of the Covid-19 crisis – it is important that they do so drawing on confidence, relatability and leadership experience. They also need to be diverse and inclusive, which means having more women involved. These aren’t examples of female leadership; these are examples of leadership from a female perspective that we can all learn from.

Public Sector Network Workforce, Skills and Capability

29 Sep 2020

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Architecting the Future Smart City 2020

At Architecting the Future Smart City, both domestic and international public sector leaders came together to explore how to create a smart city framework that delivers outcomes that matter. This report will unpack the key trends, opportunities and challenges in this space. This paper includes the insights from speakers at a recent event that, like so many of late, was held virtually. That was only possible because of the way technology has improved and continues to do so. Many of us are connected all the time with the number of devices constantly expanding. This is most noticeable in cities, as …

Public Sector Network General

29 Sep 2020

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Innovation in the Western Australian Public Service 2020

On 5 March 2020 Public Sector Network (PSN) partnered with the Western Australian Government to present the WA Government Innovation Showcase 2020, a one-day event intended to explore and advance the WA Government’s Innovation and Digital Transformation strategies. T…

Public Sector Network IT Modernization and Cloud

29 Sep 2020

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Innovation in the New South Wales Public Service

In most NSW Government agencies, major transformation or change is either already happening, or is just about to occur. Given this inevitable tide of transformation, what do leaders need to know and do to ensure transformation is successful and as the public sector shifts to a somewhat un…

Neboneid Hamoo IT Modernization and Cloud

29 Sep 2020

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State of Ransomware Industry Update 2020

The increased reporting of cyber incidents among large companies in ANZ in the first half of 2020 has been clearly evident. A handful of ransomware families are dominating these attacks. It is not uncommon for many organisations to fail to report breaches, or worse, to be completely unaware that they have even taken place. Ransomware is being used for much more than just blackmail. It can be used as a diversion; first harvesting credentials for later use, and then encrypting the drive to keep IT staff occupied while the attacker covers their tracks. More recently, attackers have accomplished even more …

Neboneid Hamoo Data, Analytics and AI

11 Sep 2020

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Australia's Cyber Security Strategy 2020

On 6 August 2020, the Australian Government released Australia’s Cyber Security Strategy 2020. The Australian Cyber Security Strategy 2020 will invest $1.67 billion over 10 years to achieve their vision of creating a more secure online world for Australians, their businesses and the essential services upon which we all depend. It will be delivered through: Reference: https://www.homeaffairs.gov.

Neboneid Hamoo Cyber Security and Risk Management

11 Sep 2020

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Public Sector Big Data: Exploring Use Cases For Government Data Sets

In the next edition of PSN’s Data and Analytics Blog Series we take a look at Public Sector Big Data – what it means, why we need it now more than ever, and how three departments are already leveraging insight to drive efficiencies. Big data management generates better information and practices across a wide array of areas and is part of both Federal and local governments’ plans to improve safety, increase innovation and optimise security, helping Australia grow as a nation. With advancements in technologies such as machine learning and cloud computing, coupled with global Open Government initiatives, emerging Big …

Public Sector Network Data, Analytics and AI

2 Sep 2020