Cyber security challenges and policy
Overview of Cyber security challenges and policy
Cyber threats continue to increase in scale, sophistication and impact, particularly across the financial services sector. Regulators now recognise cyber risk as a systemic issue, with growing expectations around governance, resilience and incident response.
Australian organisations must navigate a rapidly evolving landscape shaped by emerging technologies, including AI, increasing reliance on third-party providers, and heightened regulatory scrutiny. Recent high-profile cyber incidents and enforcement actions highlight the importance of proactive cyber risk management and organisational accountability.
About our course
This course provides a practical and up-to-date overview of cyber security risks facing financial services organisations, and the regulatory frameworks that govern them.
You will explore recent cyber incidents, including major Australian case studies, as well as key legislative and regulatory developments such as:
- The Australian Cyber Security Strategy 2023-2030
- Updates to the Security of Critical Infrastructure (SOCI) regime
- Mandatory ransomware reporting requirements
- Increasing enforcement action from ASIC
The course also outlines the key elements of an effective cyber risk management strategy, with a strong focus on building and maintaining cyber resilience across your organisation.
Program Content
- The evolving cyber security landscape - key threats, vulnerabilities and real-world case studies
- Regulatory frameworks and policy developments - including SOCI, ransomware reporting and regulator expectations
- Cyber resilience and risk management - governance, controls and incident response planning
- Practical strategies and tools - building organisational awareness, managing third-party risk and improving security posture
Learning Outcomes
- Define cyber security and identify key risks for financial services organisations
- Explain how governments and regulators are responding to cyber threats
- Assess practical measures to strengthen cyber resilience and risk management
- Identify resources to stay current with cyber security obligations and emerging risks
What you will learn
Who is this course for?
- Advisors and representatives
- Compliance Managers
- Senior Managers
Units of Competency
Pre-requisite
Recognition of Prior Learning
Certification
You will be awarded a Certificate of Completion. It will be available online for you to download and print immediately.
ASIC-supervised licensees: Generic Knowledge
FAS-Supervised licensees (self-report): Client care and practice
