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Schedule of events
Jump in and be part of Australian Cyber Week 2021. Participate in our events and/or contribute to the discussion online.
Monday 25 October
Impact of the Australian cyber security sector
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Launching Australian Cyber Week 2021, we’ll look back at the last 12 months of unprecedented cyber activity and its impact on the Australian and global economy.
9:00am – 10:30am | ONLINE (AEDT)
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In this session we will be joined by guest speakers from across cyber security and critical infrastructure sectors to discuss the proposed reforms and what they could mean for businesses large, medium and small.
12:00PM – 1:00PM | ONLINE (AEDT)
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Exclusive live event
Cyber escape room - ‘Australia under attack’
Do you have what it takes to defend Australia from a cyber attack and escape the Special Operations Command Centre in time? Join ‘Australia under attack’ - a cyber escape room challenge with 20 of your fellow Australian Cyber Week attendees.
12:00PM – 1:00PM | ONLINE (AEDT)
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Exclusive live event
The impact of WA’s cyber sector
The WA AustCyber Innovation Hub’s own podcast, West Coast Cyber, will record in front of a live audience from the Joondalup Resort Country Club to discuss Western Australia’s highly vibrant and competitive cyber sector.
2.00PM – 3.00PM | IN-PERSON
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Exclusive live event
Insights and vulnerabilities - with AISA Adelaide and SecTalks
The South Australia Cyber Security Innovation Node, in partnership with the Australian Information Security Association (AISA) and SecTalks, will be running an event to provide industry insights and discuss vulnerabilities in cyber from the Startup Hub at Lot Fourteen, Stone and Chalk.
3:30PM – 4:15PM | ONLINE (AEDT) & IN-PERSON
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Join us for the first ‘AustCyber after dark’ session, where we’ll step through all the facets of a hypothetical cyber-attack on a hospital – the impacts on and responses of the government, crucial parts of our society and how it could impact us all.
5:30PM – 7.00PM | ONLINE HYPOTHETICAL (AEDT)
Tuesday 26 October
Australia’s cyber security sector – a vibrant competitive workforce
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Exclusive live event
Cyber escape room - ‘Australia under attack’
Do you have what it takes to defend Australia from a cyber attack and escape the Special Operations Command Centre in time? Join ‘Australia under attack’ - a cyber escape room challenge with 20 of your fellow Australian Cyber Week attendees.
10:00AM – 11:00AM | ONLINE (AEDT)
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Join us for an interactive virtual workshop on insider risk with Rajan Koo and Nicole Moore of DTEX Systems.
10:30AM – 11:30AM | ONLINE (AEDT)
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Exclusive live event
Speed networking: Diverse people speak cyber
Drop in for short 1:1 networking sessions, facilitated through the ‘Hopin’ platform, with a range of individuals from diverse backgrounds.
12:00PM – 1:00PM | ONLINE (AEDT)
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Cyber Risk Meetup is proud to bring to you a special session with the CISO Tribe. Attendees will get to hear from Dan Lohrmann, all the way from the US, the former CISO for the State of Michigan, on his latest book ‘Cyber Mayday & the Day After’, co-authored with Cyber Risk Meetup founder & Sekuro’s Chief Growth Officer, Shamane Tan. In this keynote, Dan will address how our cyber leaders can remain competitive in preparing for Cyber Mayday, and recovering on the Day After.
1:00PM - 2:00PM | ONLINE (AEDT)
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The rapid growth of the cyber security sector and increased online activity is driving demand for more cyber security professionals to fill available jobs. Join us for a careers showcase, hosted by the Canberra Cyber Security Innovation Node.
4:00PM – 6:00PM | ONLINE (AEDT)
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Exclusive live event
SA cyber meet 2021
Join us for an open networking event for industry and students. Together, we will celebrate South Australia’s success in building and strengthening its vibrant and competitive workforce over the last 12 months, while also connecting the state’s emerging talent with the State’s cyber professionals.
4:30PM – 6:30PM | IN-PERSON
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Hosted by AustCyber’s CEO Michelle Price, this event features guests with diverse careers as we explore the available options and challenges of managing a remote and/or distributed workforce while also embedding upskilling and micro-credentialing.
6:00PM – 7:00PM | ONLINE (AEDT)
Wednesday 27 October
Pushing the boundaries and the future of cyber
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Together, Jason and Shannon from Retrospect Labs will facilitate a workshop on incident response fundamentals, equipping you to support your business when it’s needed most.
10:30AM – 12:00PM | ONLINE (AEDT)
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Proptech businesses are faced with a myriad of threats, risks and opportunities. In a hyperconnected world, information security is essential to managing these. But, what other considerations are there? This lunchtime panel will be moderated by Dr Jed Horner, Head of Government Relations & Advocacy at Stone & Chalk Group.
12:30PM – 1:30PM | ONLINE (AEDT)
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Australia is rapidly building an innovative, globally competitive cyber security sector. To showcase the companies leading the charge, ten of our most innovative companies will deliver a three-minute pitch, with expert judges offering feedback.
2:00PM – 4:00PM | ONLINE (AEDT)
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Exclusive live event
Big cyber ideas: Digital demo day
For budding entrepreneurs looking to develop their knowledge of startups and innovation, the Tasmania Cyber Security Innovation Node is running the Big Cyber Ideas Challenge to coincide with Australian Cyber Week 2021.
2:00PM – 3:00PM | ONLINE (AEDT)
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Exclusive live event
Clinic at Kangaroo Island: Cyber resilience for small businesses
Join us at the Business Hub on Kangaroo Island for a cyber resilience clinic for small businesses.
5.00PM – 7:00PM | IN-PERSON
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Exclusive live event
Cyber escape room - ‘Australia under attack’
Do you have what it takes to defend Australia from a cyber attack and escape the Special Operations Command Centre in time? Join ‘Australia under attack’ - a cyber escape room challenge with 20 of your fellow Australian Cyber Week attendees.
7:30PM – 8:30PM | ONLINE (AEDT)
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Exclusive live event
Addressing diversity in cyber
The Sandbar in Scarborough will host a vibrant and lively discussion about how we can grow a more diverse cyber industry in WA.
8.00PM – 10.00PM | IN-PERSON
Thursday 28 October
Buying and investing in Australian cyber capability
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During this session we will explore the opportunities for cyber security and emerging technology companies within the state of Maryland, USA.
8.00AM – 9.00AM | ONLINE (AEDT)
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Exclusive live event
Cyber for schools on KI
AustCyber, in partnership with Cyber CX, will be running a cyber awareness outreach breakfast with local schools across Kangaroo Island. Together, they will provide a session on career pathways in cyber and run a capture the flag competition for the children.
10:30AM – 1:45PM | IN-PERSON
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This workshop introduces the principles of digital forensics as applied to incident response (based on NIST 800-86), and digital forensic science as applied to criminal investigation.
10:30AM – 11:30AM | ONLINE (AEDT)
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Exclusive live event
Cyber escape room - ‘Australia under attack’
Do you have what it takes to defend Australia from a cyber attack and escape the Special Operations Command Centre in time? Join ‘Australia under attack’ - a cyber escape room challenge with 20 of your fellow Australian Cyber Week attendees.
2:00PM – 3:00PM | ONLINE (AEDT)
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The Splunk 4 Rookies hands-on workshop will help you go from Splunk zero to Splunk hero in just one hour! You will become familiar with the most popular Splunk search commands and Splunk security foundations.
3:30PM – 4:30PM | ONLINE (AEDT)
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Join us for a debate on the current state of procurement and policy as it relates to the emerging technology sectors within Australia. Our host will ask the big questions of guests, with two teams - affirmative and negative - battling it out to highlight the opportunities, challenges and required actions to uplift procurement across the nation.
5:30PM – 7:00PM | ONLINE (AEDT)
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Currently, there is a severe shortage of cyber and information security professionals across the nation. In Australia, only 13% of Fortune 500 companies feature women in top cyber security positions. The increase in digitalisation, hybrid work environments and the threat landscape, has put Australia at risk.
6:00PM – 9:00PM | ONLINE & IN-PERSON
Friday 29 October
COMMUNITY DAY - FREE FOR ALL
The convergence of OSINT and cyber security
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Exclusive live event
RSA Conference 365 Innovation Showcase
Join us for this virtual event where expert-led panels and startups from around the world will open your eyes to the industry’s latest technology and solutions. Hear directly from the companies who are responsible for the newest developments from your own front row seat.
9:00AM – 9:45AM | FREE EVENT – ONLINE (AEDT)
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Exclusive live event
OSINT Combine: Full-day Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) training
Join us virtually for an instructor-led full day of OSINT training, provided by OSINT Combine, to learn open source fundamentals, searching essentials and cross platform social media network analysis. Learn how OSINT can complement cyber security.
9:30AM – 2:00PM | FREE EVENT – ONLINE (AEDT)
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Exclusive live event
Questacon Cyber Ready Program
The Questacon Cyber Ready Program is an Australian Government education initiative aimed at boosting cyber security skills and empowering the next generation of cyber security experts. Join the Questacon team during this webinar to learn about the program which features teacher professional learning, student workshops and activities, and the provision of supporting materials to spark dialogue around cyber education.
12:30PM – 1:30PM | ONLINE (AEDT)
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Exclusive live event
OSINT for good
Open source intelligence (OSINT) is a rapidly growing area of Australian expertise. Together, you will learn how OSINT can provide intelligence to help many human related issues like trafficking, slavery and child protection. Hear from professionals who have worked in this space across the public and private sectors and discover the journey into the world of OSINT and intelligence.
2:00PM – 3:00PM | FREE EVENT – ONLINE (AEDT)