The Hidden Frontline of National Security [Virtual]
National security is no longer a role - It’s a responsibility shared by all
About this event
Australia’s national security isn’t protected solely by intelligence agencies, defence forces, or cyber teams. It is shaped every day by the decisions made across the broader technology workforce - by developers, analysts, engineers, project managers, leaders, and students alike. And that means you play a critical role.
From the links you click and the data you design with, to the risks you escalate and the systems you build, your everyday choices have real-world consequences. Individually, they may feel small. Collectively, they help safeguard Australia’s digital economy, public trust, and national resilience.
This interactive session explores the emerging reality that every role is now a national security role. Through live debate and real-world examples, we will unpack how personal responsibility, organisational guardrails, and practical decision-making intersect to influence our national security posture.
By attending, you will:
🔐 Recognise the true impact of your choices in today’s threat environment
🔐 Better understand the responsibility you hold, regardless of your job title
🔐 Identify the practical opportunities you have to strengthen resilience within your team, organisation, and beyond
Whether you work in cyber, data, software, infrastructure, leadership, or are just starting your tech career, this session will challenge how you think about security - and empower you to play your part in protecting Australia.
See you online!
Speakers
Combined with his global leadership experience, where he’s known for simplifying complexity, driving cybersecurity maturity, aligning technology with business outcomes and using culture to drive meaningful change. A frequent commentator and analyst of what’s going on in technology, cyber and critical infrastructure he brings thought leadership to every conversation.
With extensive experience designing, operating, managing and securing multi-site campus networks, to the security uplift of Australia's Critical Infrastructure assets, Stephen has worked within and advised a wide range of clients. He has worked deep within the tech stack of operational environments as well as managed teams and developed security policy across a number of different sectors and sizes.
As an ASD IRAP Assessor, ISACA CISM and ISO 27001 Lead Auditor, Stephen understands and practices in a wide range of frameworks that are used across different sectors.
Ross’s broad technical skills and knowledge cover data storage and protection systems, server and storage virtualisation and network management with a strong security and IT Governance focus.
As a trusted advisor and visible leader, Barry excels in managing cross-functional teams, collaborating with stakeholders, and providing operational support to minimize security risks and ensure secure technology delivery across the business.
With a strong background in architecting, designing, deploying, and supporting complex security solutions in large enterprise environments, he has successfully led security transformation initiatives for both his own organization and client organizations, including as a Security Architect for Cisco Advanced Services.
Barry is highly skilled in information security management frameworks such as NIST and ITIL, with a proven track record of aligning security strategies with business objectives and regulatory requirements.
His passion for security and commitment to creating lasting change extends to educating multiple cohorts of the next generation of cyber professionals as an adjunct instructor at Monash University.
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