Swoose was invited to chair the conference and also speak on the topic "Cybersecurity as an enabler"

Improved understanding of cyber security has allowed teams to collaborate more securely and more effectively. It is important to think of cyber security as a plus, not a minus. It is an enabler for creating change and a means of better using ICT to improve efficiency and productivity. In this session, Milton will draw on his experience of public and private sector projects, including NSW Public Transport Ticketing System (Opal Card) to discuss:

• Identifying where the risks are and how to mitigate them;
• Information Security strategy and implementation; and
• Undertaking technical reviews to gain certifications.

The 2017 Theme is "Innovation in Delivery"
A digital transformation strategy will never be complete, it is a journey, not a destination. Business priorities are in a continual state of flux and as fast as systems and policies are developed - new technologies arrive and new projects are created. However, the one constant of this environment is the requirement to continually innovate to improve service delivery. To advance your understanding of the key issues we have invited top Public Sector digital leaders and experts in digital and technology focused roles to share advice and insights on innovation and strategy.

More conference information may be found at http://liquidlearninggroup.com/documents/PSDS0417A/PSDS0417A_C1.pdf

Swoose spoke at the Fifth Cybercrime and Trustworthy Computing Conference held at Massey University in Auckland, NZ.

The presentation was titled: Management Approach to Non-Technical Cybersecurity Standards - or “How can I pass the buck and avoid the blame at the same time?”

The content of the presentation was later featured in an extensive interview by Nathan Smith, published in The National Business Review (https://www.nbr.co.nz/article/calls-mandatory-reporting-cyber-attacks-computers-166015). Other sections of the interview featured in a later article, https://www.nbr.co.nz/article/cyber-attack-risk-business-very-frightening-2015-ns-p-168077. Both articles are behind a pay-wall.

Swoose spoke at the annual Australian Auctioneers and Valuers Association annual conference in Sydney. Recent developments in cybercrime and its impact on their business was delivered to an enthralled audience; some of the audience were perhaps less enthralled when they realised the exposures the had and the potential impact on their business.

Milton Baar, speaking in his role at the Centre for Policing, Intelligence and Counter Terrorism at Macquarie University, is speaking at the Cyber Security stream of this conference, see http://www.cebit.com.au/govinnovate?mkt_tok=3RkMMJWWfF9wsRokvqrPde%2FhmjTEU5z16ewtXqGxgokz2EFye%2BLIHETpodcMTcJlPbnYDBceEJhqyQJxPr3BLNUN09JsRhLmCA%3D%3D

In addition to speaking, Milton is also on an Expert Panel which will discuss emerging trends and concerns to the Public Sector.

Milton Baar was a presenter at the 3rd ADM Cyber Security Summit held in Canberra. Milton was presenting on Cyber Security and Espionage and describing research and mitigation options.

Conference details may be found at http://www.admevents.com.au/defence-conference/cyber-security-conference/agenda#dayTwo

Milton Baar spoke at the 2013 BICSI Conference in Melbourne, presenting Commercial Innovations in Digital Security, more details at http://www.bicsi.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=636&Itemid=126

Milton Baar spoke at a series of Data Centre Experts roadshows (see http://server-racks-australia.com.au/News/index.asp#MTDCE) in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Canberra. He presented on Security and Compliance in the Data Centre World.