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It is important that those individuals involved in the protection of the nation's information systems are given the appropriate level of training and that their skills are developed as and when necessary.
Government is addressing the training and development needs of those responsible for ensuring that government information systems are secure. It will look at the training needs of those who are tasked with assessing and advising on the risk management of the systems (e.g. accreditors) as well as any developmental requirements for those appointed as responsible owners for the risk to government information systems.
Government is reviewing the current provision of training with the aim of identifying necessary steps to improve the effectiveness of education, training and development for personnel responsible for information systems in organisations across the public sector.
Government and industry are working together to address standards for professionals involved in information security to ensure that individuals within the profession meet agreed requirements.