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Eric Hysen most recently served as the chief information officer and chief AI afficer at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, where he oversaw a $10 billion IT portfolio and a 10,000+ person IT workforce, advancing critical initiatives in responsible AI innovation, cybersecurity, and digital...

Stephanie Crowe was appointed Deputy Director- General Australian Signals Directorate (ASD) and Head of the Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC) in December 2024.   Stephanie has an extensive background in cyber security working with government and industry on responding to...

Nicola Hinder PSM was appointed as Deputy Secretary and Chief Operating Officer of the Department of Parliamentary Services in April 2025. A career public servant, Nicola has held multiple Senior Executive roles, including as A/Deputy Secretary (multiple roles), A/Agency Head and Australian...

Jamie is a highly respected cyber security, AI safety, risk, governance and assurance expert, assisting organisations globally to enhance operating resilience. He currently serves as Chief Information Security Officer for the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) and also sits on...

Dr Paul Robards is Chief Data Integration Officer (CDIO). He is responsible for implementing the Defence Data Strategy, and supporting the Defence enterprise to better govern, trust, discover, use and share data. Paul also manages the implementation of the Defence Business Integration Program to...

Hamish Hansford is the Deputy Secretary of the Cyber and Infrastructure Security Group in the Department of Home Affairs. Hamish joined the department in January 2016. In this role Hamish leads on cyber security, protective security, data security and critical infrastructure policy, and manages the ...

Tim is the Assistant Secretary – Commonwealth Security Policy (CSP). Tim leads a team responsible for the coordination and administration of whole-of-government cyber and protective security policy. Commonwealth Security Policy implements the Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF) and the...

Lorraine Finlay commenced her term as Human Rights Commissioner on 22 November 2021.Prior to joining the Commission Lorraine has worked as a lawyer and academic specialising in human rights and public law. Her most recent roles have been as the Senior Human Trafficking Specialist with the...

Lucy leads the Strategy, Planning and Performance Division which focuses on providing whole-of-government strategic leadership to the development and implementation of digital policies, the Australian Government Architecture, and the Data and Digital Government Strategy.  Lucy oversees the...

Debi is Director of the Institute for Cyber Security at UNSW.  She previously held the DST Group-University of Adelaide Joint Chair in Cyber Security. In addition, she is a Visiting Professor at Royal Holloway, University of London in the UK.  Debi’s research interests are in interdisciplinary...

Dominique Barker is an energetic Information Technology Executive with extensive experience in IT strategy, leadership, and transformation. With a background in Journalism and honed skills in a digital agency, Dominique possesses the tenacity, drive, and influence to empower technology...

Dr Paul Hubbard is Co-Head of the AI CoLab and Assistant Secretary at the Australian Government Department of Finance. The AI CoLab is a cross-sector initiative dedicated to supporting the Australian Public Service in the safe, inclusive, and effective adoption of artificial intelligence...

Tony Hutton is a seasoned professional with over a decade of experience in the field of Business Analytics and Intelligence. Currently serving as the Application Manager at NSW Health, Tony is responsible for overseeing the development and implementation of cutting-edge technology solutions to...

Brett is a visionary CIO and strategic technology leader with over 25 years of experience driving digital transformation across diverse industries. Ranked among Australia’s top 50 CIOs for 6 consecutive years, Brett is recognised for driving innovation, building high-performing teams, and...

Scott Johnston is the Deputy Secretary of Revenue NSW and has legislative responsibilities as the Chief Commissioner of State Revenue and Commissioner of Fines Administration. Scott has led Revenue NSW since April 2020. Prior to joining Revenue NSW, Scott was Acting Commissioner at the NSW Public...

Josh, a seasoned executive with 30+ years in IT and Telecommunications, is a transformation specialist known for doubling revenues and building high performance teams. As a CEO, VP, and Sales Director, he achieved a remarkable 183% revenue growth, leading to the $1 billion sale of Metronode Data...

Andrew has been in data science since 2006, before it was even an expression, and his entire career has been in the data industry. He transitioned to data leadership in 2017, having spent 11 years wrangling data and building models. Andrew has led data science and analytics in several industries:...

James Kay is the Assistant Director-General for Standards, Technical Advice, and Research, at the Australian Signals Directorate’s (ASD) Australian Cyber Security Centre. This role is responsible for ASD’s support to international standards forums, proactive cyber-security advice, and flagship...

Dr Sue Keay is an expert in robotics, AI and automation. She is the Director of the UNSW AI Institute and founded Robotics Australia Group the peak body for the robotics industry.  With a background in science and a passion for cutting-edge technologies, Sue has a proven track record of leading...

Mike specialises in technology evangelism, product management and marketing, digital product transformation and design, customer journey and interactions design, and customer and user experience. Currently, Mike holds a senior executive technology role, overseeing all the technology underpinning...

A respected digital health industry leader, Travis is a results-focused Australian health system executive, currently contributing to the mission of Healthdirect Australia as its Chief Operating Officer.He has over 20 years’ experience in health services management across all tiers of government...

Frank den Hartog is the Cisco Research Chair in Critical Infrastructure at the University of Canberra. With over 25 years of international experience in the field of ICT and critical infrastructure, Frank is a renowned expert in ensuring the resilience and security of essential systems that...

Peter is the CIO of Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council (QPRC), where he also serves as the organisation’s CISO. Under his stewardship, technology has been a key enabler of QPRC’s transformation, contributing to Council’s recognition with the prestigious A.R. Bluett Memorial Award in 2020. Peter...

With a spark for storytelling and a passion for people, Laura Liz Calo Woolcott has spent the past 6.5 years helping local government staff grow their digital confidence. In her role as an IT Learning Development Officer at Ballina Shire Council, she invites curiosity into the learning...

Dr Dimitrios Salampasis is an award-winning and globally-recognized, thought leader, educator, researcher, and sought-after speaker, passionate about innovation and business strategy, global affairs and geopolitics, digital economy (FinTech), sustainability and emerging technologies nexus. Dr...

As the Director of Data Analytics and Translation within the Department of Health, Disability and Ageing Hannah Harding knows that the numbers do not speak for themselves. Hannah empowers data and non-data professionals to weave data into compelling narratives that make key insights relatable and...

John Deeb is the Field CTO for ANZ at Workato. In this role, he leads regional strategy and works closely with customers, partners, and internal teams to drive platform adoption, innovation, and growth across the ANZ market. Prior to Workato, John was co-founder at Rubicon Red, an independent...

Antoine Acklin is a forward-thinking Chief Information Officer with a proven track record of driving digital transformation and innovation within the public sector. With several decades of experience in leadership roles, Antoine currently serves as the CIO of Whitehorse City Council, where he is...

Dr Rajiv Shah is a Senior Fellow in ASPI’s Cyber, Technology and Security group. He has worked in the cyber, intelligence and security business for more than 20 years, over which time he has seen the internet evolve from an academic curiosity to today’s hyperconnected world. He has held a broad...

Scott Newman is an experienced Enterprise Solutions Architect with expertise in digital transformation, low-code development, and AI-driven automation. As a key innovator at Devonport City Council, he has played a pivotal role in modernizing public service delivery by leveraging Power...

Joseph Yeung has been the Chief Executive Officer of Portable Long Service Authority (PLSA) since it was established in 2019 and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the Authority and its operations.Joseph is an experienced corporate governance and corporate services professional and was ...

David is the Chief Information Security Officer for Northern Beaches Council in NSW, and the former manager of Cyber Security NSW's intelligence and incident response team. Following a long NSW Government career in infrastructure and security roles, moving to local government has provided him...

Mitchell Burger is a senior leader in the public health sector with extensive experience across federal, state, and local government organisations, covering acute, primary, community, and virtual health services. Currently, he serves as the Chief Insights Officer at Healthdirect...

Brooke Wanstall is a senior data analyst, solution designer, and passionate advocate for human-centred innovation in government. With a background in data strategy, automation, and frontline engagement, Brooke brings a unique ability to connect technical solutions with real world impact. She...

Savi Munasinghe is a highly accomplished Senior Manager in Technology Risk and Compliance, with over 15 years of expertise in information security, risk management, regulatory compliance, and operational resilience. As a key leader at the Commonwealth Superannuation Corporation, Savi plays a...

Over 25 years experience in enterprise architecture with experience of industry verticals such as Federal, Government, Financial , Health and Manufacturing.

Paul is a Senior Manager in Information Technology Security, with over 30 years’ experience across IT Operations, Project Management & Assurance, Enterprise system design, implementation & support, and most recently a decade focused on all facets of Cyber Security including...

At Tech in Gov 2025, Australia’s premier event for ICT in Government, Henry will share his insights on the latest trends and best practices in leveraging technology to enhance grant management, improve service delivery, and foster innovation. His engaging presentation style and practical advice...

Jeffrey Griffith is an accomplished executive with over 20 years of senior leadership experience across multinational corporations, local government, and the private sector. Currently serving as Deputy General Manager at Devonport City Council, Jeff has led significant digital and organisational...

I am a SaaS sales leader obsessed with launching new business, scaling businesses and teams, delivering tangible business impact, and having a bunch of fun along the way.With a passion for business development, sales and innovation, I help businesses and their teams execute and exceed their...

Anthony is the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) & Head of Technology Services at AUCyber.Anthony is responsible for the management of AUCyber’s internal platforms, IT Service Management practices and Information Security Operations and Certifications. As CISO and Head of Technology...

Dr. Md Sumon Shahriar is the Team Leader and Advisor for Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence at the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW). He oversees a team of ML and AI specialists, driving the development of strategic capabilities, leading and delivering various applied ML...

Chris Griffith's career as a computer professional, teacher and journalist spans several decades. He coded at school in the 1960s, completed a computer science degree in the early 1970s, and taught computer awareness at TAFE in Victoria and Queensland. He ran a successful startup in Brisbane in ...

Dr. Barkat Ullah is an accomplished Associate Professor in Cyber Security at the University of Canberra, with over 20 years of distinguished experience in cyber security, safety, and artificial intelligence. A recognized leader in the field, Dr. Barkat Ullah has spearheaded cutting-edge research...

Wigna is an experienced cybersecurity professional with 19 years in designing, implementing, and managing comprehensive cybersecurity strategies. His expertise spans critical infrastructure management, risk assessment, and strategic guidance, having worked extensively across diverse sectors...

Leighton Freene is a seasoned technology executive and Chief Security Officer with over two decades of experience leading large-scale ICT operations across the federal, defence and emergency services sectors. Recognised for his strategic foresight and commitment to customer outcomes, Leighton...

Evan Connell’s career in technology began in the 1990s, developing international enterprise networks and securing systems across 27 countries. Through the early 2000s, he worked extensively on infrastructure projects across Europe and Africa, gaining a global reputation for scalable, secure network ...

With 20 years industry experience Jules Zanetti is a Senior Cloud Architect at SOCO, with deep expertise in cloud transformation, cybersecurity and enterprise architecture. He has delivered complex Microsoft cloud solutions and secure environments for federal agencies, state government...

Anthony Dona is currently employed by Digital Science to inform and direct government organisations across Asia-Pacific on best practices when tracking and measuring the impact of novel research from existing resources, software solutions and databases. Dr Dona has a specific passion to promote and ...

An MBA from the Wharton School of Business, University of Pennsylvania, US one of the world’s leading business schools, Prof. Syed Munir Khasru is Chairman of the international think tank The Institute for Policy, Advocacy, and Governance (IPAG) Asia Pacific, Melbourne. He is a thought leader in...

Paul has over 18 years' experience in the PPM profession, delivering high-quality technology solutions to support successful delivery of the full project lifecycle. Working closely with Sensei’s public sector customers, Paul brings his PPM thought leadership and deep subject matter expertise to ...

With almost 20 years of experience in cybersecurity (in both South Africa and Australia) Peter Soulsby is responsible for all the cybersecurity services Brennan provides its clients. Peter oversees a dynamic team and a critically important portfolio spanning cyber...

Jamie Swaker is a recognised leader in Service Integration and Management (SIAM), known for helping organisations make sense of complexity by integrating services, people and processes into high-functioning, value-driven ecosystems.As Service Director at Kinetic IT, Jamie leads the transformation...

Meysam Arvan is a senior analytics leader with expertise in health data, forecasting, and decision support systems. Currently, he leads an analytics function at Healthdirect Australia, where he oversees national-scale initiatives including benefit modelling, forecasting and workforce...

Stephen Maguire is the founder and CEO of Sparx Services Australia and was personally appointed by Geoffrey Sparx, CEO of Sparx Systems, to represent the brand across the Oceania region. With over 30 years of experience, Stephen is a recognised expert in enterprise, business, technology, and...

Hayden Parsons is a young and passionate Technical Solutions Consultant with a proven track record of delivering secure, efficient Cyber Security and IT Service Management Solutions to all kinds of businesses, from local shops to government agencies. Having been in Cyber Security since the age of...

Working for over 20 years in Project, Portfolio and Work Management and currently participating in the National Industry PhD Program with USQ to advance the use of AI in project success, Ryan brings deep expertise and insights to both the project management profession and Sensei’s clients. Ryan is...

Kim is a highly regarded education and curriculum leader with deep expertise in project management, curriculum design, and educational leadership within the Australian education sector. As a Senior Manager at the Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority (ACARA), Kim leads national...

Narita specialises in all things customer experience, with a skill set including user feedback, process design and improvement, governance, reporting and data analytics, service integration, service and process assurance, business analysis, and IT Service Management.She is passionate about problem...

Dr. Cemal Dikmen has been a cornerstone of SS8 since its beginning in 1995, serving as its Chief Technology and Security Officer. He leads the company’s strategic vision, product evolution, cybersecurity posture, and technical direction, ensuring SS8 stays ahead in the fast-moving world of lawful...

Awais Malik is the Director of Solution Consulting at Orbus Software, where he leads enterprise architecture initiatives for federal government agencies and major enterprises across the region. With over 15 years of experience in technology, digital transformation, and strategic planning, Awais has ...

Dr. Eban Escott is the Founder and CEO of WorkingMouse, a sovereign Australian software company, and Codebots, a model-driven engineering platform. He is best known for modernising the Department of Defence’s procurement systems with the award-winning My Procurement System (MPS). At TechInGov, Eban ...

Saravanan (Sarav) Pandurangan is a Certified Lead Auditor and Cyber Security Professional with over 20 years of global experience in ISO standards, Artificial Intelligence, Risk Management, Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC), IT Project Management and Supply Chain Management. Proficient in ISO...

Jon is an accomplished leader with a strong passion for education and a drive for building successful and sustainable businesses. As the CEO of Lumify Group (formerly DDLS Group), Jon oversees a suite of technology and soft skills training brands that enable government and enterprise to master...

Andrew specialises in helping organisations achieve more by embracing digital transformation through Microsoft’s cloud-based solutions. He has assisted hundreds of organisations with IT strategy across all sectors over the last 20 years. His role is crucial in helping clients design IT solutions...

Rachel Sanderson is an assistant director in the Commonwealth Sustainable Procurement Advocacy and Resource Centre (C-SPARC for short!) within the Commonwealth Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water. C-SPARC are responsible for implementing a whole of Australian Government...

Erin Glenn leads Belkin’s cybersecurity business unit focused on solutions to mitigate advanced threats at an operator’s desk. In this pivotal role, Erin is at the forefront of advancing technologies and the convergence of IT. Prior to Belkin, Erin spent over a decade leading a variety of global...

Miikka has discovered that the most enticing and positively disruptive product opportunities arise from the intersections of established real-world operational models and the possibilities offered by digitalization. With over 20 years of experience, he has built software products, services, and...