Clare O’Neil’s cyber strategy is a strong first step to raising national standards, tackling plenty of areas where businesses need help, and leaving room for further reform.
A $587 million boost to Australia’s cybersecurity posture is a suitably big number to headline a compendium of patiently compiled and sensible ideas launched by Home Affairs Minister Clare O’Neil on Wednesday.
Her reaction to Optus’ data breach a year ago – the country’s wake-up call – was unhelpfully combative and political, betraying some inexperience in the cyber realm. She has clearly reassessed her approach commendably, and kept realistic and strong business voices, including former Telstra CEO Andy Penn, inside the tent to produce a comprehensive strategy.
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