WorkSec & AIR CoE
WorkSec is proud to support the Australian Insider Risk Centre of Excellence (AIR CoE), a specialised initiative under the Australian Cyber Collaboration Centre. As an organisation whose core business is personnel security governance, WorkSec recognises that insider risk is one of the most significant and complex areas of organisational security.
Our engagement with AIR CoE reflects our commitment to fostering better awareness, controls and governance practices that protect both people and information.
About the Australian Insider Risk Centre of Excellence
The Australian Insider Risk Centre of Excellence (AIR CoE) is a national initiative that tackles insider threats through a combination of research, training and collaboration. It serves as a central hub for expertise, bringing together government, Defence, critical infrastructure, academia and industry to develop practical, evidence-based approaches to insider-risk management.
What AIR CoE Does
- Develops and delivers world-class training and certification programs focused on insider-risk management.
- Facilitates a dynamic Community of Practice to share knowledge, experience and emerging insights.
- Leads research and development that advances understanding of insider behaviour, risk and mitigation.
- Hosts industry-led events and masterclasses that connect practitioners and thought leaders.
- Supports Defence, critical infrastructure and SMEs in building resilient insider-risk strategies.
Focus Areas
Thought Leadership
AIR CoE drives national thought leadership on insider risk by developing insights, hosting seminars and fostering a strong practitioner community through ongoing collaboration and engagement.
Education & Training
The Centre delivers co-designed educational programs and certifications – from introductory masterclasses to advanced training – that equip organisations and professionals to detect, prevent and respond to insider threats effectively.
Research & Development
Through domestic and international partnerships, AIR CoE undertakes research into behavioural, technical and organisational aspects of insider risk, producing evidence-based guidance tailored to Australian needs.
Recent Highlights & Initiatives
Established in 2022 under the Australian Cyber Collaboration Centre, AIR CoE continues to expand its reach across Defence and critical-infrastructure sectors. Founding partners include DTEX Systems, McGrathNicol and MITRE Corporation, ensuring global expertise informs local practice.
AIR CoE’s Insider Risk Masterclass, as undertaken by WorkSec, is a three-day event designed to enhance insider-risk management capability and strengthen professional networks across sectors.
Why This Matters
At WorkSec, personnel security governance is central to everything we do. Insider risk sits at the intersection of trust, culture and compliance and addressing it requires the same blend of policy, process and human understanding that drives our broader services. Through AIR CoE, we contribute to developing frameworks that empower organisations to manage insider risk responsibly, ethically and effectively.
Our involvement ensures that WorkSec remains aligned with the latest research, policy evolution and best practice in insider-risk governance, supporting our clients in creating safer, more resilient workplaces.
Contact & Participation
To learn more about the Australian Insider Risk Centre of Excellence or participate in upcoming programs and events, visit their page via the Australian Cyber Collaboration Centre.
- Website: AIR CoE – Aus3C
- Phone (Aus3C): +61 8 8155 5320
- Affiliated with: Australian Cyber Collaboration Centre (Aus3C)
