Institute for Cyber Security ( IFCyber )
URBAN FUTURES
A transdisciplinary research institute solving real-world cyber security problems and delivering impact
Research Institute
The Australian Cyber Security Strategy ( 2023-2030 ) demonstrates the importance of cyber security for national prosperity and the complexity of the cyber security ecosystem . Such complexity requires innovative and agile research methods and a focus on impact .
IFCyber is a transdisciplinary research institute that delivers real-world solutions to cyber security problems . It brings together skills and knowledge in law , privacy and identity , cryptography , narrative , diplomacy , logic , wargaming and simulation , hardware and cyber-physical systems , and human behaviour .
The institute has experience working with national security and defence and critical infrastructure organisations . It also works globally to develop and share its expertise .
Its current research addresses active cyber defence and deception technology , operationalising machine learning models , and cyber security as statecraft .
Key capabilities
> Transdisciplinary research in cyber security solutions
> Expertise in national security and critical infrastructure
> Focus on active defence , deception , and machine learning
Key customers
> National intelligence community > ADF > DFAT
Sustainable development goals
> Decent work and economic growth
> Industry , innovation and infrastructure > Peace , justice , and strong institutions > Partnerships for the goals
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