Australia Appoints First National Cyber Security Coordinator

In a significant move to bolster its cybersecurity framework, Australia has appointed a long-serving Air Force chief, Air Marshal Darren Goldie, as the country's inaugural National Cyber Security Coordinator. This appointment comes as part of Australia's efforts to step up its response to the growing threat in the cybersecurity landscape.

As the National Cyber Security Coordinator, Goldie will be responsible for leading national cybersecurity policy, coordinating responses to major cyber incidents, enhancing government cyber incident preparedness, and strengthening Commonwealth cybersecurity capability. This role is crucial in protecting Australia from cybersecurity threats and ensuring the country's digital infrastructure remains secure.

Goldie, who has been serving as Air Commander Australia, will assume his new role on July 3, 2023. His appointment comes at a time when cybersecurity is increasingly becoming a significant and continuously growing challenge for Australia.

The appointment of a National Cyber Security Coordinator is a significant step in addressing this challenge and ensuring that Australia is well-equipped to deal with potential cyber threats.