PROACTIVE MANAGEMENT REQUIRED FOR HEIGHTENED CYBER SECURITY RISK
The club, pub and casino industry in Australia are leaders in integrating emerging technologies – developing strategies and reinforcing decisions using the large amounts of customer data to help improve the customer experience. This digital transformation introduces cybersecurity threats into the hospitality sector by increasing the exposure and vulnerability of venues, customer data and systems to hackers looking for large databases of personal information.
The cyber security concerns affect all members of a club or pub’s network, including suppliers, distributors, service providers, and customers. Potential risk in clubs and pubs covers the system integration of both hardware and software and can be linked to external hacking attempts, malicious individuals (often insiders) attempting to steal, damage or disrupt the business, or just human error and a lack of staff awareness around potential threats. It really can come from anywhere. The operational costs are considerable, but the reputational damage compromises our customers trust and will damage opportunities to introduce new technology in future, such as cashless gaming.
Prevention and proactive management are the only ways to mitigate the risk of cyber-attacks.
Security Interactive – Secom Technology’s dedicated Cyber Security Division
As specialists in clubs and hotel network security, Security Interactive understand the large number of IoT devices in venues that can be targets for hackers. Everything from refrigeration monitors, to air-conditioning unit controls are all exposed to hackers through connection to the internet. Additionally, venues operate overlaid networks such as gaming systems, POS systems, sound systems, phone systems, Wi-Fi, security systems and multiple computer software packages.
The new division is based in Australia with Senior Level Network and Security Engineers specialising in:
- Cyber Security incident response & remediation
- Network Security vulnerability scanning and penetration testing
- Cyber Security incident forensics and reporting
- Third party vendor security management and infrastructure design.
- 24/7 security operations monitoring and intervention centre.
- Implementation of ASIC recommended Cyber Security standards, including the Essential 8 Maturity Model developed by the Australian Signals Directorate
- Advanced Office 365 Security implementation and SOC monitoring.
- Specialised certified Firewall Engineers implement latest standards for perimeter security.
In today’s environment, it is more critical than ever to ensure your business is supported by the best technology and skills available. The launch of Security Interactive reflects Secom Technology’s proactive commitment to providing solutions that not only meet, but exceed, the demands of modern cyber security.
Next Steps
Security Interactive are proud to offer this new level of cyber security service to clients who are ready to strengthen their defences and meet evolving challenges. If you would like to learn more about Security Interactive or explore how the Cyber Security Support Agreement can benefit your business, please contact us at and one of our Security Interactive Team Members will contact you.
