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 our listeners: 1. Listen out for the secret codeword in this episode. 2. Enter it in the form below for your chance to win a free AUSCERT2026 registration! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSez00NbkEtItdq7eTQ9da69Zbq68u42e7Zo_3wzeiD-IUbyag/viewform?usp=dialog

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 discussion highlights the importance of cross-functional collaboration, board-level engagement, and clear risk communication to navigate a complex threat environment. Whether you're in cyber security, risk, or leadership, this episode offers valuable insights to help you stay ahead of regulatory change and emerging digital risks.

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 also shares practical advice on how members can make the most of these services to strengthen their own cyber resilience.

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 conversation dives into the importance of mastering the basics, the evolving role of communication in cyber strategy, and the challenges facing SMBs and government sectors. Jess also offers her take on AI’s impact on data protection, the Essential Eight (with a sci-fi twist), and why reframing cyber security as business transformation is key to resilience. Listen now and join the conversation on how we can build a more secure, inclusive, and forward-thinking cyber industry.

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 look at one of AUSCERT’s most vital member services, Phishing Takedowns. Shane breaks down how the process works, why phishing remains a persistent threat, and the technical and human challenges involved in taking malicious sites offline. From impersonation tactics to CAPTCHA barriers, Shane offers practical insights into how AUSCERT protects member brands and data. Whether you're curious about career paths in cyber or want to understand the real-world impact of phishing protection, this episode is packed with relatable stories, expert knowledge, and even a few surprises. Tune in now to hear how passion, teamwork, and a love of cars intersect in the world of cyber security.

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 rallied behind his cause. From digital estate planning to emotional support, this episode explores the human side of tech and the importance of preparing for life’s unexpected challenges.

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 hybrid work, and why documenting everything might just be the secret to success. Whether you're in cybersecurity or simply curious about what goes on behind the scenes, this episode is packed with inspiration and practical wisdom.

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 between public health and cyber defence, advocating for cross-disciplinary thinking to improve incident response and threat modelling. Prefer to watch the interview? Check out the video here: https://youtu.be/0WoiGiAg2KU This episode was hosted by Bek Cheb

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 episode, Bek chats with Mark Carey-Smith from AUSCERT to discuss the process of narrowing almost 200 conference program submissions to just 30 and how representation of minority groups in cyber are starting to become more prominent. This episode was hosted by Anthony Caruana and Bek Cheb

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 AUSCERT has in store for 2025. This episode was hosted by Anthony Caruana and Bek Cheb

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 what we can expect in 2025. This episode was hosted by Anthony Caruana and Bek Cheb

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 New Guinea for the DFAT Cyber and Critical Tech Cooperation Program. This episode was hosted by Anthony Caruana and Bek Cheb

In this episode, AUSCERT features the following guests: > Kylie Watson, DXC > Mark Carey-Smith, AUSCERT Anthony sits down with Kylie Watson from DXC to talk about the changing face of Incident Response and the inportance of having robust decision making processes. In the second half of the episode, Bek chats with Mark Carey-Smith from AUSCERT to talk about business disruption and a deep dive into Tabletop Exercises. This episode was hosted by Anthony Caruana and Bek Cheb

First episode of Season 4! In this episode, AUSCERT features the following guests: > Ivano Bongiovanni, AUSCERT > Michael McAlary, AUSCERT Anthony sits down with AUSCERT's new General Manager, Ivano Bongiovanni to discuss his career journey and future aspirations for AUSCERT. In the second half of the episode, Bek chats with Michael McAlary from AUSCERT to talk about the recent makeover and improved user experience of the AUSCERT Member Portal and future work and improvements. This episode was hosted by Anthony Caruana and Bek Cheb

In this episode, AUSCERT features the following guest: > Edward Farrell, Mercury ISS Anthony sits down with Ed Farrell from Mercury ISS, well known for his AUSCERT Conference tutorials and presentations over the years as well as his leadership across the cyber security industry. Ed shares his perspectives on wireless in our undiscovered country. In the second half of the episode, Bek chats with Anthony in anticipation of next weeks AUSCERT Conference! This episode was hosted by Anthony Caruana and Bek Cheb

In this episode, AUSCERT features the following guests: > Luke Zaphir, The University of Queensland > Mark Carey-Smith, AUSCERT Anthony sits down with Luke Zaphir from The University of Queensland to discuss where we are in the world of AI In the second half of the episode, Bek chats with Mark Carey-Smith from AUSCERT to continue the topic of AI and the value of looking for new opportunities. This episode was hosted by Anthony Caruana and Bek Cheb

In this episode, AUSCERT features the following guests: > Jane O'Louglin, CERTNZ > Mike Holm, AUSCERT Anthony sits down with Jane O'Lougline from CERTNZ for a fascinating discussion about why behaviour change is so critical when looking at ways to migitate threats and blocking threat actors. In the second half of the episode, Bek chats with Mike Holm from AUSCERT about the history and role of CERT teams and the fast approaching AUSCERT Conference. This episode was hosted by Anthony Caruana and Bek Cheb

In this episode, AUSCERT features the following guests: > Nigel Phair, Monash University > James Chadwick, AUSCERT Anthony sits down with Nigel Phair from Monash University to discuss the murky world of Cybercrime! In the second half of the episode, Bek chats with James Chadwick, Principal Analyst of AUSCERT about the release of the NIST 2.0 Framework and the fast approaching AUSCERT Conference. This episode was hosted by Anthony Caruana and Bek Cheb

In this episode, AUSCERT features the following guests: > Daisy Wong, FlyBuys > David Stockdale, AUSCERT Anthony sits down with Daisy Wong, AUSCERT's Diversity and Inclusion Champion for 2023 to talk about her unique experience and background which has helped her become a security culture advocate and champion. In the second half of the episode, Bek chats with David Stockdale, Director of AUSCERT for an exciting announcement about a new recruitment opportunity. This episode was hosted by Anthony Caruana and Bek Cheb