Overview

Global Victoria—in partnership with its USA Victorian Government Trade and Investment (VGTI) offices—invites you to attend its four-part US Cybersecurity Webinar Series aimed at strengthening Victorian cybersecurity companies' knowledge and engagement with the US market.

The US market consistently ranks as a top export market for Victorian cybersecurity companies. Cybersecurity spending continues to rise in the US, including within government, with Federal civilian agencies set to receive $12.33 billion in fiscal year 2025 following a recent White House budget request – a 10% increase on the previous financial year.

Free to attend, register for one or all four webinars and take advantage of this opportunity to:

  • gain valuable insight into current themes and issues in US cybersecurity
  • receive practical tips for market entry and expansion from experts across venture capital, legal and regulatory, defence, corporate, government and economic development
  • learn more about the US market and maximise your chance of export success

Webinar 1: Cybersecurity in the USA – Introduction to the US Market

The first in our series, this webinar provides insight into current themes and issues in US cybersecurity and outlines what you need to know as a Victorian cybersecurity company to enter, raise capital, navigate legal and regulatory frameworks and succeed in the US market.

Moderator: Jason Murrell, Chair at Australian Cyber Network

Speakers include:

Date & Time (Australia)
Thursday 13 February 2025
9am-10am (AEDT)

Date & Time (USA)
Wednesday 12 February 2025
5pm-6pm (ET)

Platform: MS Teams Webinar

Watch a recording of Webinar One

Webinar 2: Defence-in-depth – US-Victoria Forum

We take an in-depth look at cybersecurity in the US defence sector which is slated for nearly $30 billion in spending in the 2025 fiscal year.

Our speakers will provide insights into Victorian government support and Victorian capability related to the US defence market, the role of defence Primes, and how Victorian cybersecurity companies can achieve export success in the sector.

Speakers include:

Moderator: Michael Burchell, Chair - Australian Information Security Association (AISA)

  • Millie Keating, Defence Council of Victoria
  • David Hyams, Head of Cyber Operations at Leidos Australia
  • Andrew Wilson, Chief Executive Officer at Senetas Corporation
  • Julian Fay, Chief Technology Officer & Co-Founder at Senetas Corporation

Date & Time (Australia)
Wednesday 26 February 2025
9am-10am (AEDT)

Date & Time (USA)
Tuesday 25 February 2025
5pm-6pm (ET)

Platform: MS Teams Webinar

Webinar 3: The US Business Perspective - Industry Engagement for Cybersecurity Companies

We investigate how to reach cybersecurity decision makers in Corporate America and gain traction in the world’s largest cybersecurity market.

Our guest speakers will look at topics including:

  • current issues facing US CISOs
  • how US corporates engage with solution providers
  • insights into best practices for building relationships with US clients
  • how you can get your business ready to sell or expand in the US

Speaker details to follow.

Date & Time (Australia)
Wednesday 26 March 2025
9am-10am (AEST)

Date & Time (USA)
Tuesday 25 March 2025
6pm-7pm (ET)

Platform: MS Teams Webinar

Webinar 4: Geographies of Cybersecurity – Exploring US Clusters

We take a trip across the union and explore key and emerging cybersecurity clusters in the US.

Our speakers will provide an introduction to key stakeholders essential for setting up in the US market and share insights on why choosing the right location is critical for success in the US.

Cluster representatives will highlight the benefits of setting up in their region and provide an overview of key players and programs in their region.

Speaker details to follow.

Date & Time (Australia)
Wednesday 9 April 2025
9am-10am (AEST)

Date & Time (USA)
Tuesday 8 April 2025
7pm-8pm (ET)

Platform: MS Teams Webinar