Cybersecurity

AI on the Frontier of the Threat Landscape

Update on the latest threats from gathered intelligence Explore how AI is being used as both an offensive and defensive tool for threats

Governance, Strategy and Risk - Welcome from Track Chair

Cyber Readiness for AI – Securing the New Threat Vector

Understand how generative AI is changing the landscape Explore AI-specific risks in public sector contexts and adhere to regulations. Learn how to build security …

Securing Efficiency: Identity and Agentic Systems for a Smarter Victorian Public Service

As the Victorian Public Service responds to rising operational complexity, cyber risk, and citizen expectations, the Silver Report reinforces the need for greater efficiency, …

Securing Innovation Without Stalling It

Navigating the tension between agility, security and compliance in public sector transformation Embedding cyber risk thinking into digital service delivery and emerging tech rollouts …

Operational Technology & Cyber – Bridging the Visibility Gap

Addressing vulnerabilities in legacy OT systems Securing smart infrastructure and IoT environments Practical use cases from transport, health, and utilities

Zero Trust and AI - Strengthening Security, Reducing Complexity, and Driving Innovation

Information is everywhere - understand your information universe to prevent leakage Securing information at rest and in transit The AI revolution and how to …

Beyond the Firewall: The Human Element in Cybersecurity

From leadership strategy to frontline readiness, discover how the public sector is reframing cybersecurity as a human challenge—one that blends technology with trust, empathy, …

Future-Proofing Cybersecurity in the Age of Quantum Computing

Quantum computing is redefining what’s possible in data processing—and what’s at risk. As the public sector prepares for the next wave of technological disruption, …

Intelligent Defense: How AI is Redefining Threat Detection and Response in Government

This session explores how public sector organizations are integrating AI into their security operations to build faster, smarter, and more adaptive defense models

Cyber Optimism in Federal Government: Embracing the Benefits of AI and Overcoming Fear

This panel explores how governments can lean into AI’s opportunities while addressing the risks head-on

Digital NSW 2025: National threat briefing: Digital security for maximum impact with Lt. McGuinness

A Whole-of-Nation Cyber Mission: Inside Lt. Gen. Michelle McGuinness’ Keynote on Australia’s Cyber Future

GIW Federal 2025: Policy Development of Horizon 2 of the Government Cyber Security Strategy with Ash Bell

Australia’s next phase of cyber policy focuses on fewer initiatives, deeper impact, and stronger public–private collaboration.

GIW Federal 2025: AI Risks — Safeguarding Services and National Security with James Kay

A Fireside chat on ensuring AI drives innovation safely requires national collaboration, secure-by-design practices, and strong governance across government and industry.

GIW Federal 2025: Andrew Philips on Navigating cybersecurity’s future: Advancing proactive security across Australian government agencies

Proactive, real-time risk visibility, not reactive patching, is now the backbone of modern cyber resilience across Australian government agencies.

GIW Federal 2025: Cyber Resilience & Organisational Uptime Using Microsegmentation by Raja Ukil

Session Recap: Simplifying Micro-Segmentation for Faster, Safer Cyber Defence

GIW Federal 2025: Securing the supply chain: Managing third-Party risk in government with Rosetta Romano

Her presentation examined one of the most pressing challenges in public-sector cyber security: supply-chain risk and the growing compliance burden placed on SMEs that …

GIW Federal 2025: Tony Chapman on National Office of Cyber Security - Insights from major cyber incidents and exercises

Australia’s cyber landscape is shifting fast — here’s how national leaders are preparing, protecting, and responding

GIW Federal 2025: The trust equation: Balancing innovation and security in a connected world with Nicole Henry

Nicole Henry examines what she terms the “trust equation”—the delicate balance between innovation, security, and resilience in an increasingly interconnected world.

GIW Federal 2025: Emerging cyber threats and strategic responses for Australia's Federal Government

Local governments across Australia are facing a period of unprecedented complexity. Their responsibilities have grown far beyond the traditional “roads, rates, and rubbish,” encompassing …

GIW FEDERAL 2025: Strategies to bolster female participation in the cyber workforce for optimised outcomes

Empowering women in cybersecurity requires early engagement in STEM, inclusive recruitment, and mentorship to close the gender gap.

GIW Federal 2025: From Audits to Automation: Continuous Compliance for Secure-by-Design Government with Ken Melero

With cybersecurity threats increasing in scale and frequency, traditional point-in-time approvals such as Authority to Operate (ATO) are no longer sufficient.

GIW QLD Cyber Security Showcase: Aligning Cyber Compliance with Risk-Based Security- Insights from Ejaz Ahmad

Ejaz Ahmad, Head of Cybersecurity Operations at Airservices Australia, shares how aligning compliance with risk-based security builds resilience and creates business value.

From Blueprint to Battle: Implementing Cyber Strategies to Stop Threat Actors in Their Tracks

This session will show you how to apply new approaches to turn your cybersecurity strategy into practical, measurable outcomes that stop threat actors before …