I am what IAM
22 July, 2014 by GovTechReview StaffDemand for identity and access management (IAM) solutions is driving new investments across government agencies securing cloud and citizen services.
Biometrics key to border-security efficiency: Morrison
21 May, 2014 by GovTechReview StaffA presentation by border protection minister Scott Morrison will highlight the role of biometrics in the government's Customs-Immigration reinvention.
Which smartphone is most secure?
17 March, 2014 by GovTechReview StaffThe rise of bring your own device (BYOD) demand is forcing government departments to reconsider their assumptions about smartphone security.
Hackers target government security more than other industries
13 March, 2014 by GovTechReview StaffGovernment agencies are targeted more frequently by hackers than any other industry, an analysis by security vendor FireEye has found.
SA Police tap NEC fingerprint scanning for mobile identity checks
17 February, 2014 by GovTechReview StaffSA Police will use a mobile fingerprint scanning biometric system from NEC to confirm the identity of suspects while still on the scene.
Online child safety measures up for comment until 7 March
30 January, 2014 by GovTechReview StaffMembers of the public have until 7 March to comment on the government's online child safety measures, which include faster takedown of social-media content.
The ten worst data disasters of 2013: Kroll
22 November, 2013 by GovTechReview StaffBrisbane-based data recovery firm Kroll Ontrack sees everything from waterlogged hard drives to lost movie masters. Here are 2013's worst data disasters.
Canberra facility builds Lockheed Martin's cyber security skills
25 October, 2013 by GovTechReview StaffGovernment contractor Lockheed Martin will build up its cybersecurity skills capability through a new cyber security centre opened this month in the ACT.
Government using more security-compromised apps than other industries: Check Point
20 August, 2013 by GovTechReview StaffGovernment organisations are using more security-compromised applications than organisations in four other industries, a Check Point report has concluded.
ICT inaction risks e-government disaster: AIIA
06 May, 2013 by GovTechReview StaffAIIA says the Australian Bureau of Statistics must increase its monitoring and reporting of e-government ICT initiatives to boost Australia's e-gov standing
Mobile BYOD sandbox tech gets Defence security tick
14 March, 2013 by GovTechReview StaffDSD certification for Good Technology's mobile security tech will empower government bodies wanting to introduce BYOD (bring your own device) strategies.
DSD: Security defenders at the gateway
18 February, 2013 by GovTechReview StaffThe Defence Signals Directorate (DSD) is the Australian government's peak information security body. GTR asks how they keep up with ever-changing threats.
Australia no malware source but new security threats persist
14 February, 2013 by GovTechReview StaffTight security controls have prevented Australia becoming a major malware host but user ignorance and the crush of new attacks still threaten governments.
Businesses call for greater government cyber security involvement
15 January, 2013 by GovTechReview StaffA council of major US companies has pushed the government for greater information-sharing legislation to improve public-private cyber security cooperation.
Mobiles, mobile security to dominate IT priorities in 2013
15 November, 2012 by GovTechReview StaffEver more-determined hackers and strong growth in IT spending, predominantly on PCs and mobile devices, will make mobile security a key priority in 2013.
