ISACA conference tackles cybersecurity and digital disruption

ISACA’s upcoming Oceania Computer, Audit, Control and Security (CACS) Conference will explore the latest business technology opportunities and challenges, including cybersecurity and digital disruption.

The conference will bring together industry experts from Australia, Europe and United States. Presenters will share the latest thinking, research and practical experience, along with tips and tools to help IT professionals add value to their enterprises.

This year’s conference, titled ‘Building trust and value in a digital world’, will explore ways in which organisations can manage risk, increase cyber resilience, navigate digital disruption and capitalise on consumer trust.

The event will also examine why technology decisions and innovation should be addressed at a board level, as well as how IT professionals can initiate and facilitate conversations around best practice and driving value from IT investments. There will be thought-provoking case studies relating to information strategies, IT audit and governance.

This year’s speakers are from leading companies, government agencies and universities, such as EY, Australian Signals Directorate, University of Queensland, US House of Representatives, US Defense Intelligence Agency, KPMG, ANZ Wealth, Bank of Queensland, Australian Federal Police and Atlassian.

Matt Loeb, CEO of ISACA, said, “Oceania CACS2016 will provide delegates with the practical knowledge and expert advice centred around the challenges of digital disruption, including topics in cybersecurity, risk management and IT audit. The conference will also tackle substantive issues such as diversity in the workplace and the cybersecurity skills gap. I look forward to participating in this year’s event and to engaging in these critical industry discussions with other business technology leaders from Australia and around the world.”

Additionally, the CEOs of industry associations Australian Computer Society (ACS), International, Australian Information Security Association (AISA) and Institute of Internal Auditors – Australia (IIA) will join global IT and cybersecurity association ISACA in discussing the strategic directions that professional organisations can take to ensure member value. They will also explore how to provide best practice, knowledge and resources to assist professionals in their careers as they navigate through the current digital disruptions facing their businesses.

Hosted by the Papua New Guinea Chapter of ISACA, Oceania CACS2016 is of interest to IT audit, control, security and governance professionals. The conference will be held from 11–13 September at the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre in Queensland.

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