Technology Decisions
This week’s announcement from the Albanese government on establishment of a new cybersecurity agency has drawn comment from all sides of the industry.
Elliot Dellys is CEO of Phronesis Security and a former Australian Signals Directorate operations manager. He believes a more hands-on approach from the government is necessary to help organisations gain real resilience to threats.
Success will depend largely on the level of regulatory burden introduced through any new frameworks, processes or standards.
Nicole Quinn is head of government affairs APAC at Fortinet. She said her organisation welcomes government initiatives to improve the nation’s cyber posture, as long as the introduction of these initiatives is manageable.
The Tech Council of Australia (TCA) participated in the Prime Minister’s Cyber Security Roundtable earlier this week. The TCA sees four essential components for a safer more secure Australia, as recently outlined at the National Press Club:
A clear national cybersecurity plan underpinned by more effective coordination between the public and private sectors o post-incident response and assessment). Creating a strong pipeline of cyber and tech talent, a thriving Australian cyber and tech ecosystem, and an uplift in cyber capabilities across the economy (including in small businesses and individuals). Better use and adoption of technologies that can help prevent or reduce the impact of successful cyber attacks, such as digital identity. A modernised legal framework fit for the digital age that creates the right incentives for organisations to invest in the appropriate collection, use and protection of personal information.
Link: https://www.technologydecisions.com.au/content/it-management/article/industry-responds-to-cybersecurity-agency-announcement-78452207