Security Day Melbourne
Addressing Cybersecurity Challenges in Australia
Melbourne Telstra CIC, Australia
Hosted by Factor
- 20 attendees
- 8 hours
Overview
Join us for our Factor Security Day, where we explore the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity in Australia. In this event, we'll delve into the key considerations facing Chief Information Security Officers and cybersecurity professionals, as they discuss the complexities of securing organisations in an increasingly digital world. From regulatory compliance to emerging technologies, this event offers insights, strategies, and collaborative discussions to help organisations stay ahead of cyber threats and safeguard their digital assets in 2024.
What we will cover
- Compliance & Regulations Stay compliant and resilient amidst evolving regulations.
- Threat Vigilance Proactively detect and respond to emerging cyber threats, including ransomware and supply chain vulnerabilities.
- Cloud Security Secure cloud environments with encryption, access controls, and tailored risk management strategies.
- Cyber Resilience Enhance cyber resilience through collaboration with industry peers, government agencies, and cybersecurity organisations.
- Digital Transformation & AI From automating processes and enhancing efficiency to enabling new business models and improving customer engagement, digital transformation spans across all aspects of an organisation.
- Incident Response & Recovery Strategies for incident detection, response protocols, mitigating damages during a cyber attack, and recovery processes to minimise downtime and data loss.
Agenda
- Registration & Welcome Coffee(CISO)
- Welcome Address & Introduction(CISO)
- Navigating the Tech Frontier: Peer Problems, Performance, Plans and Preparation for Productivity(CISO) This keynote explores the intricate dynamics at the intersection of technology and business management, focusing on peer challenges, performance metrics, and the strategic plans of CISOs aimed at enhancing productivity. By examining how CISOs navigate technological advancements and address peer-related issues, the research provides insights into optimising organisational performance and preparing for future tech-driven landscapes.
- Ensure the Most Secure Identity Posture Across Your Organisation, Effectively and Efficiently, with a Unified Approach Towards Identity Security(CISO) Today’s IT and security leaders know that the evolving digital landscape presents unprecedented opportunity and unprecedented risk. Your digital blast radius includes users, devices, networks, applications, and data, making organisations vulnerable to malicious activity. Malicious actors often exploit the weakest link – people – to launch attacks (did you know that 89% of web app attacks stem from credential abuse?).
- Strategies for Building a Cyber Security Function from the Ground Up(CISO) This discussion explores the strategies we’ve leveraged to build a cyber security function from the ground up, focusing on practical insights and challenges faced in today's dynamic business environment. Discussion points: Organisational Structure and Team Setup: Establishing the right organisational structure and team framework for the given organisation’s size, priorities and risk profile. Talent Acquisition and Development: Implementing an approach to talent acquisition and retention – considering development pathways and cyber champions across the organisation. Optimising Budget and Resources: Continuously managing budget requirements to support the resources needed in order to deliver on the cyber strategy and program.
- Morning Tea & Networking(CISO)
- Exploring Cybersecurity Careers: Building Pathways Beyond Technical Roles(CISO) This session delves into diverse career opportunities in cybersecurity beyond technical functions, such as risk management and compliance, while emphasising the need for greater gender diversity in tech. It also offers valuable insights into leveraging mentorship and career coaching to foster leadership development and support career advancement across different levels. Discussion points: Broadening Career Horizons in Cybersecurity: Exploring non-technical roles in cybersecurity, such as risk management, governance and regulatory compliance, and supplier sourcing management; understanding how they contribute to and streamline the overall cybersecurity strategy and organisational resilience. Gender Diversity in Tech: Addressing the importance of increasing female representation in cybersecurity and tech roles, exploring strategies to support women in advancing their careers, and fostering an inclusive environment that values diverse perspectives. Career Development and Inspirations: Insights into seeking mentorship and career coaching for leadership development in cybersecurity, fostering diverse talent, personal brand building and expanding professional network, and providing strategic guidance for career advancement across various levels leveraging transferable skills.
- Managing the Ever-Evolving Cyber Threat Landscape(CISO) This keynote will discuss strategies for keeping up-to-date with the evolving cyber threat landscape, including understanding emerging threats such as ransomware, supply chain attacks, and zero-day vulnerabilities. Discussion points: Identifying emerging cyber threats and vulnerabilities. Implementing proactive defences and mitigation strategies. Adapting cybersecurity measures to the evolving threat landscape.
- Fireside Chat: Effective Incident Response and Business Continuity Planning(CISO) This panel discussion will focus on incident response best practices and strategies for ensuring business continuity in the event of a cybersecurity incident, including detecting, containing, and mitigating the impact of security breaches. Discussion points: Developing and testing incident response plans to ensure effectiveness. Establishing clear communication and escalation procedures during security incidents. Integrating incident response with broader business continuity planning efforts.
- Establishing Cybersecurity Governance by Building Strong Foundations(CISO) Experts will discuss the importance of robust cybersecurity governance frameworks, including defining roles and responsibilities, implementing risk management processes, and ensuring sufficient resources for cybersecurity initiatives. Discussion points: Best practices for defining cybersecurity roles and responsibilities. Implementing effective risk management processes. Ensuring adequate resources for cybersecurity governance.
- Lunch Break & Peer Connect(CISO)
- Peer-Led Roundtable Discussions(CISO) Instead of a designated expert leading the discussion, participate in sharing your insights, experiences, and perspectives with your peers. These discussions are often structured to ensure everyone has an opportunity to contribute, and they can be highly effective for generating new ideas, problem-solving, and building connections within a professional or academic community.
- Fireside Chat: Best Practices for Securing Cloud Environments(CISO) Industry experts will discuss best practices for ensuring the security of cloud environments, including encryption, access controls, and continuous monitoring, as well as the challenges organisations face in implementing these practices. Discussion points: Implementing robust data encryption and access controls in cloud environments. Addressing challenges related to data privacy and sovereignty in cloud computing. Leveraging cloud security solutions and services to enhance overall security posture.
- Fireside Chat: Strategies for Mitigating Cybersecurity Risks(CISO) This chat will focus on the cybersecurity risks associated with integration of systems and strategies for assessing and managing these risks through due diligence, contractual agreements, and ongoing monitoring. Discussion points: Conducting thorough cybersecurity assessments of systems integration. Establishing clear contractual agreements to mitigate cybersecurity risks. Implementing continuous monitoring.
- Securing the Future by Managing Risks and Solutions in the Era of AI(CISO) Join esteemed industry leaders as they unravel the complex security implications of AI, offering insights into effective strategies for risk mitigation and the delicate balance between fostering innovation and ensuring robust security measures. Discussion points: Unveiling the Distinct Security Challenges of AI and Emerging Technologies. Crafting Resilient Security Controls and Best Practices for AI Protection. Balancing Innovation with Stringent Security Standards in AI Adoption.
- Unpacking Generative AI for Cybersecurity(CISO) Generative AI holds transformative potential for both defending against and perpetrating cyber threats. This keynote explores how cybercriminals can weaponise Gen AI, the inherent risks within AI infrastructure and user practices, and the opportunities for leveraging Gen AI in threat simulation, detection, and security automation. Emphasis will be placed on strategies for ethical and responsible AI adoption, and enhancing AI literacy to fortify cybersecurity defences. Discussion points: Threats: Weaponisation of Gen AI by cybercriminals. Challenges: Risks from AI infrastructure and AI users. Opportunities: Gen AI for threat simulation, detection and security automation. Strategies: Ethical, Responsible AI adoption and AI literacy for cybersecurity.
- Addressing Cybersecurity Challenges in Australia: Closing Remarks(CISO)
- End of Day Drinks(CISO)
Speakers
Bonnie Chi · Third-Party Supplier Risk Management - CyberSecurity | Career Strategist, NAB Bonnie’s got quite a story to tell – from taking a bold leap with a gap year in Melbourne at just 17, to carving her path as a successful tech and risk compliance professional. Her multicultural background has played a huge role in shaping her unique approach to work, and navigating the tech landscape as a trilingual migrant woman has been a journey filled with both challenges and triumphs. One thing Bonnie is truly passionate about is the impact of mentorship and networking in fostering strength and cultivating leadership. In this candid conversation, she shares her experiences, insights, and the valuable lessons she’s picked up along the way. So, grab a cup of coffee and join us as we dive into Bonnie’s inspiring journey!
James Ng · CISO - GM Cyber Security, Insignia Financial
Sam Fariborz · CISO, David Jones
Anand Patil · Head of IT & Cyber Security, Teladoc Health ANZ
Madeline Palmer · Editor In Chief, Factor
Vijay Narayan · CISO, Mercy Health
Anthony Canning · Director Cyber Governance, Australian Taxation Office
Daswin De Silva · Professor, La Trobe University
Devendra Nambiar · Head of Strategy Architecture Security & Risk ICT, Bendigo Kangan Institute
Craig Baty · VP & Head of Research, Factor
Andrew Morgan · Former CISO, La Trobe University
Anubha Sinhu · Partner, Digital Trust & Identity, KPMG Australia
Ray Moukaddem · Regional VP, Customer First APJ, Okta
Sourish Datta · CISO, Victorian Government
Callum Nelson · CISO, EBOS Group Ltd
Partners
Okta Okta frees everyone to safely use any technology — anywhere, on any device or app. Our Workforce and Customer Identity Clouds enable secure yet flexible access, authentication, and automation that transforms how people move through the digital world and puts Identity at the heart of business security and growth.
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