ASFA webinar: Cyber Incident Response – SC3 and the National Framework

About this event

ASFA will be hosting a joint webinar with the National Office of Cyber Security (NOCS) on the coordination of cyber incidents between the government and the sector. The session will cover:

  • NOCS’ role within the national cyber security framework
  • how agencies work with industry and each other during an incident
  • the key information sharing protections provided under the Cyber Security Act 2024
  • an overview of how the SC3 Framework supports a more coordinated, system-wide preparedness across the superannuation sector

 

About the National Office of Cyber Security (NOCS)

The National Office of Cyber Security (NOCS) operates within the Department of Home Affairs and was established to strengthen Australia’s ability to prevent, detect, respond to, and recover from cyber incidents. It works alongside operational agencies such as the Australian Signals Directorate (ASD) and its public-facing arm, the Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC).

Its role is primarily strategic and coordinating, rather than hands‑on technical incident response. The NOCS works collaboratively to coordinate consequence management efforts in response to a cyber security incident.

Details

28 May, 2026
11:00am – 12:00pm

Pricing (incl. GST)

Free for ASFA members

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Jess Thomas

Assistant Director at the National Office of Cyber Security

Speaker Bio

Jess is an Assistant Director at the National Office of Cyber Security. Jointly, Jess and Scott have close to 20 years experience in the APS in roles as diverse as refugee and humanitarian program delivery, border protection, people and culture and most recently in cyber security engagement.

Jess' role is to build robust and effective industry-government partnerships, with a particular focus on the critical infrastructure sectors of the economy. She supports the implementation of the 2023–2030 Australian Cyber Security Strategy by engaging on cyber security programs and initiatives, legislative reforms and government-industry partnership and co-design opportunities.

Scott Julian

Assistant Director at the National Office of Cyber Security

Speaker Bio

Scott is an Assistant Director at the National Office of Cyber Security. Jointly, Jess and Scott have close to 20 years experience in the APS in roles as diverse as refugee and humanitarian program delivery, border protection, people and culture and most recently in cyber security engagement.

Scott's role is to build robust and effective industry-government partnerships, with a particular focus on the critical infrastructure sectors of the economy. He supports the implementation of the 2023–2030 Australian Cyber Security Strategy by engaging on cyber security programs and initiatives, legislative reforms and government-industry partnership and co-design opportunities.

Michael Collins

Michael Collins

Superannuation Sector Cyber Adviser

Speaker Bio

With over two decades of practical experience and expertise in the sector, Michael Collins is a highly skilled leader in the field of cyber security. He has a wealth of experience in the development of highly effective teams and the scaling of cyber security capabilities in both banking and superannuation sectors. Michael has experience in both large multinational organisations and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and has worked in various countries, including the United Kingdom, the United Arab Emirates, and New Zealand.

Michael is the founder of Cyber Cognition, a cyber security advisory company dedicated to transforming how people and businesses think about cyber security. He is often sought after for his expertise in providing advisory services and holds positions as an independent director and security advisor for both Boards and startups.