Beyond compliance: Strengthening cyber defences with ISM and Essential Eight

This presentation focuses on fostering a proactive security culture by moving beyond a compliance-only approach using the Australian Government Information Security Manual (ISM) and the Essential Eight. It highlights the limitations of a compliance-centric mindset and advocates for a defence-in-depth strategy that addresses evolving cyber threats. Attendees will explore how to integrate ISM controls and Essential Eight strategies into a multi-layered security framework, enhancing overall resilience. The session emphasises building a security-first culture by encouraging continuous risk assessment, proactive threat mitigation, and practical implementation of security measures. Real-world examples and discussions will provide insights into shifting organisational focus away from just compliance to a proactive, comprehensive cyber security posture. This presentation is tailored for IT security managers, compliance officers, and cyber security professionals dedicated to advancing their organisation's security capabilities and culture.