ICT Security & Authentication
The Department of Finance and Deregulation, through the Australian Government Information Management Office (AGIMO) in conjunction with the Privacy Commissioner, relevant security agencies and the Cross Jurisdictional Chief Information Officers Committee (CJCIOC), is assisting government agencies in understanding and implementing ICT security and privacy requirements.
Initiatives include:
ICT Security
AGIMO works closely with agencies, other tiers of government and the ICT industry to enhance the security of government information and systems.
National e-Authentication Framework
The National e-Authentication Framework (NeAF) will assist agencies, jurisdictions and sectors in authenticating the identity of the other party to a desired level of assurance or confidence. The NeAF encompasses the electronic authentication (e‑authentication) of the identity of individuals and businesses dealing with the government, on one side of the transaction, as well as the authentication of government websites on the other side.
Identity Management for Australian Government Employees (IMAGE) Framework
The Identity Management for Australian Government Employees Framework (IMAGE) is an integrated, better practice approach for identity management of Australian Government employees and contractors.
National Smartcard Framework
The National Smartcard Framework will facilitate the adoption of a consistent approach to the implementation of smartcard technology by agencies in all Australian jurisdictions. It will assist agencies that intend to implement smartcards and allow for the adoption of common policies and technologies that facilitate technical interoperability between smartcard deployments.
Gatekeeper PKI Framework
Gatekeeper is the Australian Government's strategy for the use of Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) as a key enabler for the delivery of secure online government services.
Contact for information on this page: AGIMO.Feedback@finance.gov.au