Australian Information Security Association
Founded1999
TypeProfessional association
FocusInformation Security, Privacy, Information Risk and Auditing
Area served
Australia
MethodAdvocacy, Research, Publications, Conferences, Certification and Training, Scholarships
Membership
7,600+ (as of January 2022)
Key people
Mr Damien Manuel (Chairperson), Alex Hoffman (Deputy Chairperson)
Websiteaisa.org.au

The Australian Information Security Association (AISA) is an Australian-based professional membership association, not-for-profit and peak industry body that seeks to facilitate the development of a robust information security sector by building the capacity of professionals in Australia and advancing the cyber security and safety of the Australian public as well as businesses and governments in Australia.[1]

Overview

Established in 1999, AISA has a membership of over 7,000 individuals.[1] AISA is an organisation for individuals rather than companies and aims to maintain an unbiased view of information security in Australia.

AISA seeks to cater to all domains of the information security industry with a particular focus on sharing expertise from the field at meetings, focus groups and networking opportunities around Australia.

Vision

AISA works towards a vision where people, businesses and governments are educated about the risks and dangers of cyber attacks and data theft, and to enable them to take all reasonable precautions to protect themselves.[2]

AISA has branches in all Australian states and territories, including Sydney,[3] Melbourne,[4] Canberra,[5] Brisbane,[6] Perth,[7] Adelaide,[8] Darwin[9] and Hobart.[10] AISA also hosts a 'cloud' branch that caters for individuals who are unable to attend in-person branch events.[11] Meetings occur in each state every month and attract information security professionals, IT professionals, professionals from privacy, law and risk management, as well as enthusiasts and students from a wide cross-section of organisations.

AISA hosts two major conferences annually, The Australian Cyber Conference.[12] Conferences are hosted in Canberra every year, with a second annual conference alternating between Sydney and Melbourne. In addition, smaller conferences take place in Perth, Brisbane and Adelaide.

AISA works closely with international cybersecurity and auditing organisations such as (ISC)², ISACA, and IAPP.

References

  1. 1 2 "About Us". www.aisa.org.au. Retrieved 2022-01-19.
  2. ↑ Australian Information Security Association (AISA) . Archived 2020-02-26 at the Wayback Machine
  3. ↑ "Sydney Branch". www.aisa.org.au. Archived from the original on 2017-02-14. Retrieved 2022-01-19.
  4. ↑ "Melbourne Branch". www.aisa.org.au. Archived from the original on 2017-02-14. Retrieved 2022-01-19.
  5. ↑ "Canberra Branch". www.aisa.org.au. Archived from the original on 2017-02-14. Retrieved 2022-01-19.
  6. ↑ "Brisbane Branch". www.aisa.org.au. Archived from the original on 2017-02-14. Retrieved 2022-01-19.
  7. ↑ "Perth Branch". www.aisa.org.au. Archived from the original on 2017-02-14. Retrieved 2022-01-19.
  8. ↑ "Adelaide Branch". www.aisa.org.au. Archived from the original on 2017-02-14. Retrieved 2022-01-19.
  9. ↑ "Darwin Branch". www.aisa.org.au. Archived from the original on 2017-02-14. Retrieved 2022-01-19.
  10. ↑ "Hobart Branch". www.aisa.org.au. Archived from the original on 2017-02-14. Retrieved 2022-01-19.
  11. ↑ "Cloud Branch". www.aisa.org.au. Retrieved 2022-01-19.
  12. ↑ "Australian Cyber Conference 2022". cyberconference.com.au. Retrieved 2022-01-19.
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