Australian Payments Plus Establishes Inaugural Chief Information Security Officer Role

Australian Payments Plus (AP+) has recently established its first Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) role, underscoring the organization's dedication to fortifying its cyber security posture and safeguarding critical payment systems. The CISO position will play a vital part in defending AP+ systems and data from cyber threats, while also offering strategic and operational guidance for the organization's information security program. This newly created role signifies AP+'s continuous commitment to cyber security and emphasizes the importance of protecting Australia's essential payment infrastructure.

According to an AP+ spokesperson, the CISO role has been created to further strengthen the organization's security measures and will report directly to the Chief Information Officer (CIO), May Lam. As AP+ continues to evolve and adapt to emerging security challenges, the addition of a dedicated CISO role will help ensure that the organization remains vigilant and prepared to tackle potential threats. Australian Payments Plus (AP+), the amalgamation of BPAY Group, eftpos, and NPP Australia, has established the inaugural Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) role to solidify its dedication to cyber security and fortify the protection of Australia's crucial payments systems. AP+ provided confirmation of the new CISO position in a statement to iTnews, highlighting that this role will report directly to the Chief Information Officer (CIO), May Lam. By incorporating the CISO function within the CIO's realm of responsibilities, AP+ ensures that its cyber security obligations are deeply ingrained within the organization's technology and information systems.