AUSCERT "Share today, save tomorrow"

Our new season of Share Today, Save Tomorrow kicks off with AUSCERT2026 keynote speaker Dr. Kawin Boonyapredee. Hosted by our General Manager, Ivano Bongiovanni, this episode explores how Kawin’s journey as a seasoned CISO and cyber security researcher translates into real-world security outcomes. The conversation also dives into the growing impact of quantum computing on cyber security, the value...

Cyber security architecture is about far more than technology, it’s about designing resilient systems that align people, process, and business strategy. In this episode, host Bek Cheb sits down with Bruce Large to unpack what security architecture actually means, why “defensible architecture” matters, and how frameworks like SABSA help organisations connect high-level risk strategy with real-world...

Why do cyber security frameworks get such a bad reputation, and how can organisations turn them from a compliance headache into a genuine business advantage? In this episode, Bek Cheb sits down with cyber security and GRC expert Dan Goldberg to unpack the evolving world of ISO 27001, governance, risk, and compliance. With more than 25 years of experience spanning network transformations, cyber sec...

Vulnerability management is often treated as a simple patch-and-move-on exercise, but as Peter Gigengack explains, that mindset only scratches the surface. This episode explores the reality of managing risk in modern environments, where unknown vulnerabilities, human error, and expanding attack surfaces make security feel like steering through an iceberg field with limited visibility. Drawing on r...

Cyber risk is often talked about in colours, heatmaps, and assumptions, but what happens when you put a dollar value behind it? In this episode, we’re joined by Jason Ha to unpack the evolving world of cyber risk quantification and why it’s becoming a critical tool for modern organisations. From his early days in “infosec” to helping businesses translate technical risk into boardroom language, Jas...

What do LEGO bricks have to do with cyber security? In this episode of Share Today, Save Tomorrow, we’re joined by Vannessa Van Beek, Global CISO at Fortescue, to explore an unexpected but powerful tool for improving collaboration, creativity, and insight in cyber teams. Drawing on the LEGO Serious Play methodology, Vannessa shares how hands-on, creative exercises can unlock new ways of thinking,...

What happens when the world’s top cyber talent goes head-to-head on a global stage? This episode of Share Today, Save Tomorrow dives into the excitement behind the International Cybersecurity Challenge (ICC). Host Bek Cheb is joined by Ryan Ko and Kana Smith from the UQ Cyber Research Centre at The University of Queensland to unpack what makes this competition one of the most prestigious events fo...

Big news for the AUSCERT community! Ash Deuble has joined the team as our new Analyst Team Manager, and in this episode of Share Today, Save Tomorrow, he sits down with Bek Cheb to talk about the road that led him here. Long before stepping into the role, Ash was already part of the AUSCERT community through member organisations, collaborating with the team and contributing to the community that k...

In this episode of the AUSCERT podcast, host Bek Cheb and guest Chris Gatford, founder of HackLabs, explore the critical role of social engineering in modern cyber security. Their discussion unpacks how attackers exploit human behaviour, why technical controls alone aren’t enough, and strategies for building stronger resilience against these threats.

In this episode of the Share Today, Save Tomorrow podcast, AUSCERT’s David Stockdale sits down with Meg Tapia, Managing Director of Novexus, and Ross Patterson, Senior Intelligence Consultant at Recorded Future, to unpack the rising threat of disinformation in cyber security. Together, they explore how false narratives shape risk, impact organisations, and what leaders can do to stay resilient in...

In this episode, host Bek Cheb is joined by David Stockdale, Director of AUSCERT, and Ivano Bongiovanni, General Manager, for a wide-ranging conversation that goes beyond titles and roles. Together, they reflect on the personal moments that shaped their year, the lessons learned through change and growth, and the milestones that defined AUSCERT in 2025. The discussion explores the development of A...

In this episode of Share Today, Save Tomorrow, Ivano sits down with Professor Marek Kowalkiewicz, Chair in Digital Economy at QUT and author of The Economy of Algorithms. We explore his RACERS framework, the shift from viewing AI as a mere tool to treating it as a creative partner, and why experimentation is key to managing risks. From surprising real-world applications to global policy gaps, this...

In this episode, we’re joined by AUSCERT’s Principal Analyst, Mark Carey-Smith, and Business Manager, Bek Cheb. Together, they discuss the upcoming AUSCERT2026 Cyber Security Conference, celebrating its 25th anniversary, and explore what “Game On!” means for the cyber security community. Competition Alert! As a way of thanking you for your continued support, we’ve got a special giveaway just for o...

In this episode, we are joined by two of WTW’s Cyber and Technology Risk team, Ben Di Marco & Leah Mooney, to expertly unpack the evolving landscape of AI governance, cyber risk, and insurance. They explore how voluntary guardrails are shaping future regulation, why cyber insurance is now essential (not optional), and the practical steps SMEs and large enterprises can take to boost resilience. The...

In this episode of the Share Today, Save Tomorrow podcast, host Bek chats with Lucas, one of our senior software developers, for a behind-the-scenes look at MSINs — a vital security service for AUSCERT members. Lucas takes us through his development journey and explains how the dev team builds and maintains the systems that power AUSCERT’s incident response and threat intelligence capabilities. He...

In this episode of the Share Today, Save Tomorrow podcast, our General Manager Ivano Bongiovanni sits down with Jess Dodson, Cloud Solution Architect at Microsoft and long-time friend of AUSCERT. With her signature blend of technical insight and infectious enthusiasm, Jess shares her unconventional journey into cyber security, ranging from sysadmin roots to strategic security leadership. The conve...

In this episode of the AUSCERT podcast, host Bek Cheb sits down with Shane Lim, Senior Analyst at AUSCERT, for a deep dive into his journey from IT generalist to cyber security specialist. Shane shares how a cyber champions program sparked his passion for the field, and how he quickly rose through the ranks at AUSCERT thanks to his curiosity, leadership, and collaborative spirit. Get an insider’s...

In this powerful episode of the AUSCERT podcast, host Bek Cheb speaks with Zane, founder of Security2Cure, a charity born from personal tragedy and driven by a mission to raise awareness around cancer and health planning. Zane shares how cyber security principles like plan, prevent, detect, and respond have inspired a framework for personal wellbeing, and how the cyber security community has ralli...

In this episode of Share Today, Save Tomorrow, host Bek Cheb sits down with AUSCERT’s Team Leader of Development, Josh Hopkins, for a candid and insightful conversation. From his journey into cyber security to leading a dynamic dev team, Josh shares how experimentation, collaboration, and a passion for building drive innovation at AUSCERT. Discover the human side of tech leadership, the power of h...

In this engaging conversation, Jess Modini shares insights from her extensive background in cyber security, including her five master's specialisations and current doctoral research in cyber epidemiology. She explains how principles from computational biology and health sciences like the spread of pathogens, mirror the behaviours of malware and cyber threats. The episode dives into the parallels b...

Kicking off a new season for the AUSCERT Podcast! Announcing new changes and format for this season and an overview of the recent AUSCERT2025 Conference. This episode was hosted by Bek Cheb

In this episode, AUSCERT features the following guests: > Sal Bowman, UQSchoolsNet > Mark Carey-Smith, AUSCERT Anthony sits down with Sal Bowman from UQSchoolsNet to discuss how she works with schools who's biggest threat comes from inside. Sal explains how she helps schools assess and minimise risks through an effective and school appropriate threat assessment process. In the second half of the e...

In this episode, AUSCERT features the following guests: > Michael Hamm, CIRCL > Ivano Bongiovanni, AUSCERT Anthony sits down with the Michael Hamm from CIRCL the CERT of Luxembourg and creators of MISP. They discuss AI, the emerging threat landscape and whether attribution is going to become impossible In the second half of the episode, Bek chats with Ivano Bongiovanni from AUSCERT to discuss what...

In this episode, AUSCERT features the following guests: > Kelsy Luengen, SEEK > David Stockdale, AUSCERT Anthony sits down with the amazing Kelsy Luengen, Security Influencer from SEEK to look at how security awareness and education culture come together to create behaviour change. In the second half of the episode, Bek chats with David Stockdale from AUSCERT to reflect on the year that was and wh...

In this episode, AUSCERT features the following guests: > Adam Spencer > Ivano Bongiovanni, AUSCERT Anthony sits down with our favourite conference MC, the one and only Adam Spencer! So many highlights, reflections and changes across his fifteen AUSCERT conferences! In the second half of the episode, Bek chats with Ivano Bongiovanni from AUSCERT to talk about his recent travels to Fiji and Papua N...