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Security Professionals Workshop: Brisbane, 7 September 2010

31/08/10 - The Australasian Council of Security Professionals (ACSP) is holding a series of workshops throughout Australia to gain input into the development of a national registry for the security profession.

Security software revenue to grow 17.8% in Australia: Gartner

24/08/10 - In Australia, total security software revenue in 2010 is expected to reach US$274.8 million (A$305 million), an increase of 17.8 percent over 2009.

Verizon collaborates with US Secret Service in Data Breach Invesigations

20/08/10 - Verizon has recently released its 2010 Data Breach Investigations Report, which is based on a first-of-its kind collaboration with the U.S. Secret Service. The report finds that breaches of electronic records last year involved more insider threats, greater use of social engineering and the continued strong involvement of organised criminal groups.

SNP Security wins Hunter Business Award

09/08/10 - SNP Security, one of Australia's oldest and most respected security operations, has been recognised for its success as a major business in the Hunter region. The company is the winner of the Business Achievement category at the Hunter Business Awards.

Cyber espionage report documents security failures

04/08/10 - "Shadows in the Cloud: Investigating Cyber Espionage 2.0" is a joint report by the Information Warfare Monitor and the Shadowserver Foundation which documents the cyber attacks on computer network systems in India, the Offices of the Dalai Lama and the UN, among others.

Raytheon expresses disappointment at UK e-Borders Decision

30/07/10 - Raytheon says it is disappointed by the recent announcement by the UK Home Office to terminate its 750 million pound e-borders contract.

Protective Security Policy Framework - Documents available for download

29/07/10 - Attorney-General Robert McClelland launched the government’s new Protective Security Policy Framework at Security in Government 2010 in June. Documents related to the new policy are now available for download.

Security Professionals' Register: Workshop date announced

23/07/10 - The Australasian Council of Security Professionals, with support from the Federal Attorney-General's Department, is planning to develop and implement a National Register for Security Professionals.

ADT Security appoints Alex Kim as Vice President of Strategy for Asia Pacific

12/07/10 - ADT Security has named Alex Kim as Vice President of Strategy for its Asia Pacific region.

SNP Security acquires Gate Specialist

12/07/10 - One of Australia's oldest security companies, SNP Security, has purchased a major shareholding in Gated Solutions, a leading Australian provider of perimeter security solutions and traffic control systems.