The inaugural Women in Security Conference & Awards provided a much-needed opportunity to “honour the women and young women who are kicking goals in what has traditionally been a really male-dominated industry,” Victorian member of the Victorian Legislative Council for the Eastern Victoria Region Jane Garrett said in opening the award proceedings this week.
David Braue | 06 Sep | Read more
A series of dynamic technical talks at the inaugural CSO Australia-AWSN Women in Security conference highlighted the innovative perspectives and problem-solving nous that women bring to cybersecurity roles.
David Braue | 04 Sep | Read more
Co-sponsored by CSO Australia and the Australian Women in Security Network (AWSN), the conference brought together more than 150 women and men for a day of sharing, learning, networking, and empowerment.
David Brake | 04 Sep | Read more
Saudi Arabian cybersecurity specialist and women’s rights activist Manal al-Sharif, who was imprisoned by authorities after daring to drive a car, will deliver the keynote speech at a groundbreaking conference and awards ceremony exploring the changing role of women in cybersecurity.
There are frequent media, TV and radio reports on data-hacks of companies which hold your personal data. These headlines highlight there is a real threat to us as both users and consumers. Hackers see value in data, as do companies who collect the data.
And, because of the magic of time differences and the international date line Australia was the first IDG Security Day event running. As it's the sumer solstice in the Northern hemisphere, it's also the longest day so it makes sense to fill it with as much infosec goodness as we possibly can.
Abigail Swabey | 23 Jun | Read more
The cloud has seemingly taken over every individual part of the business world’s data management and storage as the principal solution to a daunting problem.
Lisa Froelings | 09 Oct | Read more
In the last few years cybersecurity has become a hot-button issue for people everywhere. In a way, it is the new craze that is causing people to turn to extreme and often silly theories about the nature of the internet.
Lisa Froelings | 12 Apr | Read more
The fallout from the Equifax hack that affected 145.5 million people can provide valuable lessons to prevent similar incidents before they happen, both by Equifax itself and the industry at large.
Lisa Froelings | 25 Oct | Read more
Whenever you browse the internet, chances of any cyberattack or theft are likely. When a virus attacks you through your browser, your information, such as your passwords or your information could get stolen.
Lisa Froelings | 10 Oct | Read more
Meet Jacqui, Founder of AWSN (Australian Women for Security Network). This incredibly busy Security Lead and mother of two toddlers gave me a half an hour of her time to talk about AWSN, how being a mother has changed her life and career, and her unrelenting passion for security!
Dr Claudia Johnson | 22 Feb | Read more