Optus breach shows technology professionals’ key role

 

IT training and investment needs to be a national priority, says ACS

 

 

“The Optus data breach highlights the importance of trained and skilled cyber security professionals to Australian businesses and government agencies," says ACS Chief Executive, Chris Vein.

 

"Securing data and systems is essential in protecting the nation’s digital assets and all Australians’ personal information.

 

“With Australia needing up to 30,000 cyber security experts in coming years, ACS has been working with education institutions to help address the demand for skilled workers with nine accredited courses at Australian universities.

 

“While these courses are one way of addressing the need for more people with skills in these fields, we also require industry and government to be investing in both skills and systems to ensure all Australians’ data is secure and our key systems are safe.

 

“ACS urges Australian governments and businesses to take cyber threats seriously and looks forward to working with Ministers, government departments and corporations to secure the nation’s digital economy.”

 

The full list of ACS accredited cybersecurity courses can be found here.

 

 

 

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Further information

 

Troy Steer

 

Director of Corporate Affairs and Public Policy

 

M – 0417 173 740

 

E – troy.steer@acs.org.au

 

 

About Us

 

ACS is the professional association for Australia’s technology sector and the largest community with 47,000+ members from across business, government and education.

 

ACS champions the technologies, people and skills critical to Australia’s future, creating value for ACS members, the tech sector and society in four ways:

 

Community

 

Our focus is on fostering an innovative and inclusive community that is dedicated to powering positive change through technology.

 

Capability

 

We set the standard for assessing, developing and recognising the skills and experience of technology professionals.

 

Career

 

We create career pathways to guide technology professionals and ensure Australia has a pipeline of talent with the right skills and knowledge.

 

Migration

 

We assess and support skilled technology migrants to address critical skills shortages, improve diversity and enrich Australia’s workforce.

 

Find out more at: acs.org.au