Cyber technology

Investors will discover a vibrant tech industry that is well equipped to build new cyber products and services.

• Exceptional home-grown talent
• Communities of expat tech specialists, attracted to the Australian lifestyle
• A strong research ecosystem
• Growing domestic demand for cyber products and services.
  

Australia also serves as a regional launchpad for new technologies. We have strong commercial links with many Asian countries. And we share a similar time zone to most countries in the Asia-Pacific region.

In November 2023, the Australian Government released the 2023–2030 Australian Cyber Security Strategy (PDF, 13 MB). The Strategy sets out a roadmap for Australia to become a world leader in cyber security by 2030.

The Government has also released a 2023–2030 Cyber Security Action Plan (PDF, 2 MB). This plan details the key initiatives that will start over the next 2 years. It includes measures to:

• support small and medium sized businesses to strengthen their security
• help the Australian public defend itself against cyber threats
• disrupt and prevent cyber threats from attacking Australia
• work with industry to challenge ransomware
• provide clear guidance for businesses. 

Vendors, businesses, universities and government work proactively with each other.

• Industry groups such as the Australian Cyber Collaboration Centre and CyberWest are catalysts for co-operation and joint ventures.
• The Australian Information Security Association and AustCyber support growth across the cyber industry in Australia.
• Several of the world’s leading security companies have set up technical operations in Australia. They include NEC’s A$4 million Global Security Intelligence Centre in Adelaide. 

The A$9.9 billion Project REDSPICE is managed by the Australian Signals Directorate (ASD). It  will boost cyber capabilities in partnership with industry.