by Paul Friend, MBA | ISO Lead Auditor | Apr 10, 2026 | Blog, Managed Detection & Response
Managed siem services are on the shortlist for many Australian security leaders for one simple reason. Internal teams are trying to cover enterprise log volumes, compliance evidence, and round-the-clock response with limited staff and uneven tooling. That model breaks...
by Paul Friend, MBA | ISO Lead Auditor | Apr 7, 2026 | Blog
Traditional penetration testing has a fundamental timing problem. A point-in-time engagement gives you a snapshot of your security posture on one day of one year. Your environment, however, changes continuously. New systems go live. Configurations drift. Credentials...
by Paul Friend, MBA | ISO Lead Auditor | Apr 2, 2026 | Blog
As Australian businesses accelerate their move into the cloud, securing those digital environments has become a core business function, not just an IT task. With high-profile data breaches acting as a sharp reminder, CIOs and CISOs are rightly prioritising investment...
by Paul Friend, MBA | ISO Lead Auditor | Apr 1, 2026 | Blog, Cybersecurity
This article provides a guide to the SMB1001 framework. Cyber attacks now hit Australian businesses every six minutes, according to the ASD Cyber Threat Report 2023. Small and medium businesses bear a disproportionate share of that exposure. They hold valuable client...
by Paul Friend, MBA | ISO Lead Auditor | Apr 1, 2026 | Blog
Infostealer malware is not just another cyber threat. It is a silent data thief designed to operate undetected inside your network, stealing valuable credentials and sensitive information. An initial infostealer infection, therefore, often sets the stage for much more...
