Cybersecurity has become one of the most pressing challenges for governments worldwide, and NSW is no exception. These sessions shed light on the dual role of AI: as a tool that strengthens defenses and as a weapon when misused by malicious actors.
From agency readiness to long-term digital infrastructure planning, experts shared strategies to safeguard citizens, protect critical services, and position NSW as a cybersecurity leader in Australia.
Key Points:
- Interactive debate on preparedness for cyberattacks in NSW.
- Risks of AI misuse, including vulnerabilities in large language models.
- Practical Use Cases of AI in Strengthening Cyber Defense.
- Long-term strategies for securing NSW’s digital infrastructure.
Hear from Speakers:
- Mick McCluney, Trend Micro
- David Griffiths, Northern Beaches Council
- Dr. Liming Zhu, CSIRO’s Data61
- Hon. Victor Dominello, Future Government Institute
Recommendations
GIW Federal 2025: AI Risks — Safeguarding Services and National Security with James Kay
The Government Rubik’s Cube
EntraGoat is a deliberately vulnerable lab that simulates real-world identity misconfigurations in Microsoft Entra ID.
GIW Federal 2025: Policy Development of Horizon 2 of the Government Cyber Security Strategy with Ash Bell
