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🔒 New on the Blog: Fortinet Mesh – The Ultimate Guide for IT Leaders in Australia As digital landscapes evolve, the need for robust cybersecurity solutions has never been more crucial. We're excited to share our latest article on Fortinet Mesh, a cutting-edge solution that offers unparalleled security for your network and cloud environments. In our article, we dive deep into the components and functionalities of Fortinet Mesh, detailing how it can safeguard your organisation against sophisticated cyber threats. Whether you're a CTO, CIO, or IT Manager, you'll find essential insights on enhancing your cybersecurity strategy and maintaining compliance within Australia's strict regulatory framework. 👉 Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gnRhZ9yy Stay ahead of cyber threats and ensure your business remains secure with Fortinet Mesh. #Cybersecurity #Fortinet #FortinetMesh

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Steven Baker, Regional Director at Rubrik hosted a breakout session at the 14th Annual CISO Leaders Australia Summit 2024 in Melbourne, about "The Essential Eight & The Modern Threat Landscape". In this session, Steve covered key topics impacting Victorian organizations' response to rising cyber threats. Key points discussed: - The relevance of the Essential Eight Guidelines - Addressing some of the key challenges around: the increase in ransomware attacks, building up the right skill-set within, as well as scaling data security operations. - The future role AI is playing in combating cyber threats. - Real cases of how local organisations have scaled their security posture in order to adapt to the current environment. #CIO #CISO #cioseries #cisoseries #ciotechasia #onetoonemeetings #technologyleaders #cioleaders #cisoleaders #it #cybersecurity #focusnetwork #roundtables #speakingengagements #keynotespeakers #focusnetwork #focusnetworkevents #summits #generativeai #itsecurity #TechLeadership #AI #AITransformation #Ransomware #DataSecurity

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Join us May 2nd at 2pm AEST as we talk Copilot Readiness Copilot is the big talking point across Australia as enterprises are looking to remain competitive in todays landscape. Join us as we walk you through: - Hidden risks with no guardrails - 7 step process to getting Copilot pushed out safely - Q&A to how other enterprises have deployed Copilot #copilot #readiness

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Pacific National gains peace of mind for the long haul with Keepit’s cloud backup solution. Read the full case study to learn why Australia’s largest private rail freight company chose Keepit to protect their business-critical cloud data. ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gK88WDA5 #businesscontinuity #SaaSbackup #disasterrecovery #dataprotection

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Jane Stevens, Enterprise Account Executive at Delinea, hosted a roundtable discussion at the Annual CIO and CISO Leaders Australia Summit, in Sydney, titled " Walking a Tightrope Between Security and Productivity". Security breaches caused by common issues like weak access management, default passwords and credential theft are major concerns for security leaders. – it’s a balancing act between security and productivity. This roundtable covered Delinea's research findings from over 2000 CISOs worldwide, including Australia, focusing on aligning business and security, including: - Challenges in aligning cybersecurity with business goals - How cyber teams measure business outcomes alongside security activities - The adverse effects of misaligned goals on business growth and security posture - Organisational questions that impact alignment #CIOLeaders #CIO #cioseries #ciotechasia #onetoonemeetings #technologyleaders #cioleaders #it #focusnetwork #roundtables #speakingengagements #keynotespeakers #focusnetworkevents #summits #CISOLeaders #CISO #cisoseries #ai #aipowered #cloud #emailsecurity #aigenerated #cybersecurity #generativeai

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𝐖𝐞 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐛𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐈𝐓 𝐪𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 🔥 The Essential 8 is a mitigation strategy developed by the Australian Signals Directorate (ASD) to help businesses protect themselves against cyber threats. The 8 mitigation strategies are: 🛡️ Patch applications 🛡️ Patch operating systems 🛡️ Multi-factor authentication 🛡️ Restrict administrative privileges 🛡️ Application control 🛡️ Restrict Microsoft Office macros 🛡️ User application hardening 🛡️ Regular backups As an #ITProvider, we implement best practices across all our services. This includes Essential 8 to ensure robust protection for our clients, enhancing their resilience against cyber threats and optimising their operational efficiency. Have any burning IT questions? Comment yours below and we will answer them. 👇🏼👇🏼 #DBT #CyberSecurity #Essential8

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You don't just have to take our word for it ... hear why Somerville, a trusted Australian MSP, relies on Scality to give its customers top-notch data storage and protection. With Scality, Somerville has achieved: 🎯 Strong revenue growth in its data protection business 🎯 ~30% TCO savings 🎯 Faster customer onboarding with seamless scalability 🎯 Peace of mind that customer data is immutable and ransomware-proof CEO Craig Somerville shares more in this short video. #datastorage #backup #datasecurity

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Data loss prevention and data sensitivity labelling should be pre-requisites before customers proceed with Copilot rollouts, IT partners heard at CRN’s Channel Meets Security event in Sydney on May 14: https://lnkd.in/g4jxc2sK Partners heard that customers are still often in the dark when it comes to visibility of their data and understanding of what to protect: “One of the biggest challenges we're finding at the moment when talking to partners and even speaking with their customers is the question of what are they trying to protect and where does it actually sit? You have to be guiding them the entire way through,” said Mark Voyce, solutions development executive at event sponsor Ingram Micro. Among those helping businesses with these issues is Platinum Technology director Steve Raw. “As IT professionals there are many advanced security-based technologies which we have been preaching for years. Sometimes these technologies, such as data loss prevention and sensitivity labelling, have had a hard time being accepted," he said. "Our basic approach to Microsoft 365 Copilot is to treat these controls as pre-requisites before proceeding with any rollout.” See the rest of the story below, including comments from event sponsors 11:11 Systems Marc Beder, OpenText Cybersecurity's Steve Stavridis, Huntress's Reece Appleton, and NinjaOne's Victor Guerrero. #Crnchannelmeets

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A beautiful lunch at Wildflower accompanied by the amazing CyberCX WA team. Topics discussed around how WA enterprises are dealing with Data. 1. How are we finding our sensitive data? 2. Have you deployed Copilot and what safety guardrails are in place? 3. The fine line between risk controls and work disruption. 4. If we aren’t able to get to our fully ideal state, what’s our compromise and alternative? 5. How are we training our users to label and act with a data security approach? 6. Sensitive data is different for every business and even every business unit. Geoff Morrison Jorgette Abella Tahnika Mitchell Ameen Al-Majzoub #data #datasecurity

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As the new CISO at CSIRO, Jamie Rossato's appointment underscores the agency's commitment to bolstering its cyber security. This strategic move reflects the growing importance of data protection and risk management in the ever-evolving IT landscape. With Dalton's acknowledgment that the dual CIO-CISO role had run its course, CSIRO is poised to enhance its governance and crisis leadership in this critical area. How can CIOs and CDOs leverage such targeted cyber security initiatives to future-proof their organisations in an increasingly digital world? https://lnkd.in/gW4N77xn

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The cloud infrastructure market can be confusing and having to make decisions about things you don’t fully understand is nothing but frustrating. We sat down with Andrew Boag, Catalyst IT Australia’s Managing Director, to pick his brain on some of the common questions about cloud providers. Having been in the industry for over 20 years and managing multiple teams and clients in different regions, we hope that Andrew can help clarify some things. 📩 Our April newsletter focused on everything cloud. Read it here: https://lnkd.in/gxpdeuqB and don't forget to subscribe for more useful tips n tools from Catalyst. Subscribe to our monthly news here: https://lnkd.in/gepH2Q2x #cloudhosting #itmanagedservices #lms https://lnkd.in/gJa8fUK2

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🇦🇺 Attention Australian organizations: The new Cyber Security Act is here. Simon Howe breaks down what this means for #ransomware reporting, critical infrastructure, and more with Cyber Daily. https://xtra.li/3ZiWJPV

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CYBER RESILIENCE: MASTERING INCIDENT RESPONSE AND RANSOMWARE MANAGEMENT In a world where cyber attacks and ransomware can cripple entire organisations, being prepared is more crucial than ever. Join us for an essential event that goes beyond the technicalities, focusing on the leadership and strategic planning needed to safeguard your organisation. Presented by Peter Gigengack, Director Cyber Security, Department of the Premier and Cabinet of WA you will learn about: -Building blocks for a cyber resilient organisation -Involving senior leadership in cyber incident response -Developing and executing robust escalation procedures -Leveraging cyber insurance to mitigate risks -Collaborating with third-party Security Operations Centers (SOCs) -Real-world case studies and lessons learned   Whether you're a cybersecurity professional, IT leader, or business executive, this event offers invaluable insights to help you strengthen your organisation’s defenses against escalating cyber threats. Don't miss out! Secure your spot today and take the next step in mastering cyber resilience. Click here for event details and to register. https://lnkd.in/gkGv2a3z #ACS #CyberSecurity #IncidentResponse #Ransomware #CyberResilience #Leadership #StrategicPlanning #ITLeadership #CyberInsurance #SOCs #BusinessResilience

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Feeling under-resourced seems to be the case for many Aussie CIOs, according to ADAPT's CIO Edge survey - https://hubs.li/Q02NVjlf0 72% of the 181 Australian CIOs surveyed, reported not having the resources they need to achieve their goals, and they indicated that they need a 30% increase in resources to deliver a progressive IT strategy. At Quadrent, we’ve seen how our leasing solutions empower companies to optimise their budgets, drive innovation, and accelerate their goals—without feeling the pinch of limited resources. By shifting from a CAPEX-heavy model to a more flexible OPEX (leasing) approach, CIOs can access the cutting-edge tech they need without the upfront cost. Leasing also offers scalability, enabling IT teams to respond more dynamically to evolving demands, while freeing up valuable resources for other strategic initiatives. #CIO #TechLeadership #DigitalTransformation #LeasingSolutions #Quadrent

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Discover how Layer3 New Zealand leveraged Todyl SASE to navigate a recent DDoS outage impacting Microsoft services, keeping their clients in New Zealand running smoothly. This success story highlights the ingenious ways our partners use Todyl to provide their clients with the best, most secure experience. Read our latest blog post to see how Todyl can help you stay resilient and secure. HERE: https://lnkd.in/gWak96dk #MSP #DDoSProtection #SASE #TeamTodyl #PoweredbyTodyl

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https://lnkd.in/g75STQBv The latest report from the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) shows a concerning rise in data breaches, with 527 incidents reported in the first half of 2024 – the highest number since late 2020. The health sector and government agencies remain particularly vulnerable, representing 31% of breaches. As the Notifiable Data Breaches scheme matures, robust security and compliance are no longer optional—they’re essential. This is a pivotal moment for businesses and public entities alike to reassess their approach to data protection and privacy. With potential legislative changes on the horizon, including increased penalties and mandatory technical safeguards, the time for action is now. #CyberSecurity #DataPrivacy #Leadership #DataBreach #OAIC #CanaryIT

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When a DDoS attack caused a Microsoft outage for many businesses in New Zealand last week, Layer3 New Zealand intervened for clients with our SASE solution, rerouting our our customer's traffic across the Todyl Secure Global Network to bypass the issue. The best part of this response is how easy it was. When you have the right tools in place in advance, incident response becomes much simpler. Want to learn more about SASE? Contact [email protected].

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