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Adelaide, Sa, Au

Adelaide, South Australia, Australia

A world-renowned leader in the design, development, and manufacture of advanced suspension, mobility, and autonomous systems used in various industries, including commercial automotive, motorsport, and defence.My role:- Subject matter expert in defence-related compliance standards such as the Defence Security Principles Framework (DSPF), ASD Information Security Manual (ISM), Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF), ISO/IEC 27001:2022 (Information Technology), ISO/IEC 27002:2022 (Information Security Controls), and the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC/NIST 800-171) program.- Write internal policies that support the fulfilment of Defence Industry Security Program (DISP) membership obligations, including ACSC Essential Eight compliance and ISO 27001 certification.- Assist in policy implementation, including development of employee training modules (Moodle LMS) as well as maintaining documentation and relevant registers.- Support the organisation in daily IT and security needs.Notable achievements:- Achieved EMBEDDED status as certified by the Defence Industry Security Office (the highest Cyber Security Assessment rating) under my leadership.- Wrote the implementation and audit policies for and led the execution of each of the ACSC Essential Eight.- Wrote and drove the implementation of the company’s Secure Software Development Policy and Audit Procedure.

Adelaide, South Australia, Australia

Notable achievements:- Completed internal audits for 2022 version of ISO 27001 & 27002 standards.- Developed content and conducted Annual Security Training, Insider Threat Awareness Training, and Cyber Security Awareness Training to the entire workforce of >100 employees.- Developed and implemented several internal policies, including the Employee and Contractor Privacy Policy and updated Recruitment and Selection Policy based on AS 4811:2022.

Adelaide, South Australia, Australia

Notable achievements:- Conducted the PSPF internal audit to ensure compliance with DISP Level 1 membership.- Developed the internal Defence Information Security Management policy.

Adelaide, South Australia, Australia

A globally-recognised higher education provider in Australia. With industry-relevant tech programs and business degrees in Australia, KBS offer a student-centric experience with acclaimed teaching, support, engagement, and employability outcomes.My role:- Deliver high-quality instruction in Cyber Security and IT Project Management courses to post-graduate students, drawing from professional experience in the Defence industry and cyber security governance in general.- Develop engaging lesson plans and instructional materials to facilitate effective learning experiences.- Provide mentorship and support to students, fostering their understanding and proficiency in cyber security concepts.- Support student-led initiatives and extracurricular activities that foster cyber security awareness to enrich understanding and draw interest in the profession.

My role:- Oversee the delivery and management of the Introduction to Cyber Security curriculum, ensuring alignment with the institution's rigorous standards for pedagogy and academic excellence.- Facilitate collaboration with faculty members to enhance course content and delivery, integrating real-world case studies and hands-on experiences to enrich the learning experience.- Coordinate and assist in the design of assessment activities to effectively evaluate student understanding and skills proficiency in cyber security concepts.- Lead grade moderation processes and resolve academic issues, ensuring consistency and fairness in evaluation methods while providing support to both students and instructors.

Master Of Business Information Systems

* Business Merit Scholar * High performing student (GPA 6.75) * 1st Place Winner - Python Challenge 2022 Key Subjects: - Cybersecurity.

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Business Administration And Management, General

* Included in President's List of Honors * Academic Scholarship Awardee * Student Council Finance Officer (2006 to 2007)

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities

Activities and Societies: * VERSUS UA&P; Vice-President (2003 to 2004)