Australian Cyber Security Centre
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Australian Cyber Security Centre is a government agency responsible for Cybersecurity in Australia, working closely with Australian Security Intelligence Organisation, Australian Federal Police, and Department of Home Affairs (Australia). The centre is part of the Australian Government Department of Defence and collaborates with Microsoft, Google, and Amazon Web Services to enhance Cybersecurity measures. The centre's primary goal is to protect Australia's Critical infrastructure from Cyberattacks, working in conjunction with Telstra, Optus, and Vodafone Australia. The centre also engages with international partners, including the United States Cyber Command, National Security Agency, and Federal Bureau of Investigation, to share Threat intelligence and best practices.
● Introduction
The Australian Cyber Security Centre plays a vital role in Australia's Cybersecurity landscape, providing Threat intelligence and Incident response services to Australian Government agencies, Critical infrastructure operators, and the private sector, including Commonwealth Bank, Westpac Banking Corp, and National Australia Bank. The centre works closely with Australian Cyber Security Growth Network, Cyber Security Cooperative Research Centre, and Australian Information Security Association to promote Cybersecurity awareness and Cybersecurity education in Australia. The centre's efforts are supported by Australian Institute of Criminology, Australian National University, and University of New South Wales, which conduct research on Cybercrime and Cybersecurity issues. The centre also collaborates with Interpol, Europol, and Council of Europe to combat Cybercrime globally.
● History
The Australian Cyber Security Centre was established in 2014, following a review of Australia's Cybersecurity arrangements by the Australian Government Department of Defence and Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet. The centre's creation was announced by Tony Abbott, the Prime Minister of Australia at the time, and was seen as a key component of Australia's Cybersecurity strategy, which is aligned with the National Cyber Security Strategy (United States). The centre's establishment was also supported by Julie Bishop, the Minister for Foreign Affairs (Australia), and Malcolm Turnbull, the Minister for Communications (Australia). The centre has since worked closely with Australian Signals Directorate, Defence Intelligence Organisation, and Australian Geospatial-Intelligence Organisation to enhance Australia's Cybersecurity capabilities.
● Responsibilities
The Australian Cyber Security Centre has a range of responsibilities, including providing Threat intelligence and Incident response services to Australian Government agencies and Critical infrastructure operators, such as EnergyAustralia, AGL Energy, and Origin Energy. The centre also works with Australian industry to promote Cybersecurity awareness and Cybersecurity education, partnering with organizations like Cisco Systems, IBM, and HP Inc.. The centre collaborates with international partners, including the United Kingdom National Cyber Security Centre, Canadian Centre for Cyber Security, and New Zealand National Cyber Security Centre, to share Threat intelligence and best practices. The centre's responsibilities are also informed by research conducted by Australian Research Council, CSIRO, and Data61.
● Operations
The Australian Cyber Security Centre operates a 24/7 Incident response capability, providing support to Australian Government agencies and Critical infrastructure operators in the event of a Cyberattack, working closely with Australian Federal Police Cybercrime Unit and Australian Security Intelligence Organisation. The centre also conducts Cybersecurity exercises and simulations with Australian industry and International partners, such as North Atlantic Treaty Organization and European Union Agency for Network and Information Security. The centre's operations are supported by Australian Defence Force, Royal Australian Air Force, and Royal Australian Navy, which provide Cybersecurity expertise and capabilities. The centre also engages with Academia, including University of Melbourne, University of Sydney, and University of Queensland, to stay up-to-date with the latest Cybersecurity research and developments.
● Notable Incidents
The Australian Cyber Security Centre has responded to several notable Cyberattacks in Australia, including the 2019 Australian Parliament House cyberattack and the 2020 Australian cyberattacks, which targeted Australian Government agencies and Private sector organizations, including BlueScope, Coca-Cola Amatil, and Lion Nathan. The centre has also provided support to Australian industry in response to major Cyberattacks, such as the WannaCry ransomware attack and the NotPetya cyberattack, which affected organizations like Maersk, Merck & Co., and Saint-Gobain. The centre's response to these incidents has been informed by Threat intelligence shared by international partners, including United States Cyber Command and National Security Agency.
● Criticisms_and_Controversies
The Australian Cyber Security Centre has faced criticism and controversy over its handling of certain Cyberattacks, including the 2019 Australian Parliament House cyberattack, which was attributed to China by Australian Government officials, including Scott Morrison and Marise Payne. The centre has also faced criticism over its Data retention policies and its use of Surveillance technologies, which have been raised by Australian Privacy Foundation and Electronic Frontiers Australia. The centre's relationships with International partners, including the United States National Security Agency, have also been the subject of controversy, with some critics arguing that these relationships compromise Australia's Sovereignty and Privacy.
● Organisational_Structure
The Australian Cyber Security Centre is part of the Australian Government Department of Defence and is led by a Director, who reports to the Secretary of the Department of Defence (Australia). The centre is organized into several branches, including the Threat Intelligence Branch, the Incident Response Branch, and the Cybersecurity Advice and Guidance Branch. The centre also has a number of Liaison officers who work with Australian industry and International partners to promote Cybersecurity awareness and Cybersecurity education. The centre's organizational structure is supported by Australian Public Service Commission and Australian National Audit Office, which provide guidance on Governance and Risk management.