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“Every cyber champion is proof that cyber resilience is built from the ground up, and together we are shaping a stronger, safer healthcare sector”
Why become a Cyber Champion? Australia’s healthcare sector is facing ever-evolving cyber threats, and now more than ever, building a strong cyber security culture is vital. The Agency is helping to empower healthcare professionals to proactively understand and defend against cyber risks through the Cyber Champions Network. What is the Cyber Champions Network? The Cyber Champions Network is a community of healthcare professionals with the collective goal to foster a proactive, engaged, and security-conscious healthcare ecosystem. Together, members are strengthening Australia’s collective cyber defences and enhancing the sector’s ability to respond to emerging threats. National Uptake Since its launch in August 2024, the program has achieved strong national engagement, with 175 participants from 124 healthcare organisations across Australia successfully completing the course. Participating organisations have deepened their understanding of cyber threats and significantly increased their resilience to cyber-attacks. How Does the Program Work? Participants take part in five interactive fortnightly sessions, each running for 60-90 minutes. The program is designed to build positive cyber behaviours, including: - Understanding the cyber security threats and risks currently affecting Australian healthcare organisations.
- Learning best practice approaches to securing systems and information
- Recognising that cyber security is everyone's responsibility, including understanding the impact of social media and digital footprints, as well as supply chain risk and vendor management.
- Building cyber resilience through the development of a cyber incident response plan and a cyber security awareness program.
In addition, Cyber Champions gain access to a wide range of ongoing resources and practical tools to uplift cyber awareness and foster a strong security culture within their organisations.Participant feedback “This program provided clear, up‑to‑date cybersecurity awareness tailored for small to medium allied health practices. It covered real‑world threats, practical prevention strategies, and effective response measures, empowering both management and staff to protect patient data and business operations. I highly recommend this training to all allied health clinics in primary health care. it’s an invaluable step toward building a strong, organisation‑wide cybersecurity culture." —Board Director, Allied Health NetworkReady to Join? Participation in the Cyber Champions Program is free and catered for staff with no technical experience.
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Don’t miss this opportunity to become a leader in cybersecurity within your healthcare organisation. Take the next step to protect your organisation and join the Cyber Champions Network today! Register your interest: Join the Cyber Champions Network Learn more about Cyber Security? Our Cyber Security Team monitors digital threats relevant to healthcare and issues timely alerts on vulnerabilities and cyberattacks. Stay informed by subscribing to Cyber Alerts. |
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