Councils & Government Sector

Empowering the Government with Trusted Security and Compliance

Government entities and councils play a crucial role in managing public services, policies, and data across Australia and beyond. As the custodians of critical infrastructure and sensitive citizen information, they face the ever-growing challenge of maintaining security, transparency, and operational efficiency. In a world of constant cyber threats and evolving compliance requirements, government agencies and local councils must uphold stringent security protocols while ensuring accessibility and service delivery to the public. At Risk Associates, we empower government entities to stay ahead of these challenges with robust solutions tailored to the unique needs of the public sector.

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Building Resilient Governments with Robust Cybersecurity & Compliance
We offer comprehensive cybersecurity and compliance services to public sector organisations, ensuring they can meet the demands of citizens while safeguarding vital infrastructure and data.

Advisory Services

We help government agencies assess their cybersecurity posture and provide tailored advice on risk management, system improvements, and compliance with governmental regulations. Our experts work with councils to design secure, scalable systems that meet both current and future challenges.

Assessment Services

We conduct comprehensive assessments to evaluate your systems against ASD ISM and Essential 8 controls. Our assessments provide you with the necessary insights to meet the regulatory requirements and mitigate potential cybersecurity risks.

Security Solutions

Our targeted security services, including penetration testing and vulnerability scanning, are designed to safeguard sensitive government data. We ensure that your organisation remains compliant with IRAP assessments & ACSC Essential 8 standards, providing robust protection against emerging threats.
Key Challenges in the
Councils & Government Sector
As guardians of national and local infrastructure, councils and government agencies must address the increasing complexity of cybersecurity risks, regulatory requirements, and public service demands.

Cybersecurity Threats

With high-profile data breaches & cyberattacks targeting public services, protecting information from threats such as ransomware, phishing, & advanced threats is crucial for citizens' privacy.

Regulatory Compliance

Government agencies must comply with numerous standards such as ISO/IEC 27001, local privacy laws, and data protection regulations, all while keeping their systems and services secure.

Operational Continuity

Public sector organisations are tasked with ensuring continuity of critical services, even in the face of unforeseen disruptions like natural disasters, cyber incidents, or technical failures.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

These frameworks provide clear guidelines for cybersecurity, ensuring government organisations safeguard sensitive data and comply with Australian security standards. They help reduce cyber threats and ensure regulatory compliance.

We offer detailed assessments and actionable recommendations to help your agency align with ASD ISM and ACSC Essential 8, strengthening your security posture and ensuring compliance with government standards.

IRAP assessments help evaluate and certify your organisation’s cybersecurity against Australian government requirements. Our IRAP-certified assessors provide expert evaluations to ensure your systems meet security standards and reduce the risk of cyber threats.

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