Professionalisation

Pilot Cyber Professionalisation Framework Consultation
AISA is leading this important consultation on the proposed cyber security professionalisation framework, working with our members and in collaboration with consortium partners ACS, AWSN and Aus3C from the CyberPath Professionalisation Project. We are conducting a series of sessions across Australia to gather industry feedback on this framework.

What Can You Expect?

  • Presentation of the draft pilot framework
  • Industry panel exploring key considerations and questions
  • Consultation session to provide input that will shape the final framework

This is your opportunity to contribute to how cyber professionalisation takes shape in Australia. We're seeking diverse perspectives across all sectors and experience levels. Your feedback will help inform the framework's development.

Session Dates:
Hobart: 4 March 2026
Online Session: 10 March 2026
Canberra: 11 March 2026
Adelaide: 16 March 2026
Perth: 18 March 2026
Sydney: 24 March 2026
Brisbane: 25 March 2026
Online Session: 26 March 2026
Darwin: 27 March 2026
Melbourne: 31 March 2026

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AISA’s Role: Member and Stakeholder Engagement


AISA is a consortium member and will lead Member and Stakeholder Engagement across the program.  Our role is to ensure that our member perspectives and the experience of the Australian Cyber workforce are actively represented throughout the pilot.

Important: AISA is not the lead organisation - our contribution is focused on representation of cyber practitioners and ensuring your voice is heard at each step of the program.


Professionalisation Subcommittee Announced

We'd like to extend our thanks to all those who applied to join the Professionalisation Committee. The strong response we received reflects the commitment within our community to providing informed advice on the Pilot Program. The selection process was competitive, and we're pleased to confirm that the committee has now been formed with members representing diverse backgrounds and expertise.

Our Committee members include:
Scarlett McDermott (chair)
Suelette Dreyfus (AISA Director)
Neelima Karra
Lyal Collins 
Christopher Mennen 
Sarah McAvoy
Angela Champion 
Stefan Martins

The Professionalisation Subcommittee will operate as a formal advisory body to the AISA Board, with a structured program of work designed to balance technical expertise, member consultation, and evidence-based policy development. We are grateful for the time and expertise our sub committee are committing to this work.

Thank you to all applicants and we appreciate everyone's interest in contributing to this important work. There will be ongoing opportunities to participate through our town hall sessions, which are open to all members. We look forward to your continued engagement.

Sub Committee Terms of Reference  

 
Our Commitment to You

We recognise that views among our members may vary. We are committed to open, transparent communication and will continue to represent diverse perspectives and the interests of the broader cyber security industry throughout the project.

 

 

 QUESTIONS?

We are here to answer any of your questions about the Growing and Professionalising the Cyber Security Industry Program.

Get in touch with us and we'll be happy to help.

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