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9:00am

Arrival & Registration

9:10am

Welcome & Ice-Breaker Exercise                                                                                                                                            

9:30am

Opening Keynote:
Navigating the New Era: Decentralised Identity and Australia's Digital Future

In this keynote, we'll delve into the role of decentralised identity systems in enhancing Australia's digital sovereignty and security. With the country's significant investment in digital infrastructure, including the Trusted Digital Identity Framework, we'll explore how decentralised identity aligns with these initiatives.

The discussion will focus on the potential of decentralised systems to offer enhanced privacy and user control, challenges in broader adoption within Australia's unique digital ecosystem, and the implications of these technologies for Australia's evolving digital identity standards and practices. Items that will be covered include:

• How decentralised identity systems complement Australia's existing digital identity frameworks.
• The impact of decentralised systems on enhancing user privacy and control in the Australian digital landscape.
• Examining the adoption challenges and opportunities for decentralised identity in Australia, including potential integration with existing infrastructure and regulatory considerations.

10:00am

Panel:
Zero Trust in Action: Transforming Identity Access Management

In this panel, leading experts will dissect the Zero Trust model in the context of modern Identity Access Management. As organisations grapple with heightened digital threats, Zero Trust architecture emerges as a pivotal solution, fundamentally challenging traditional security paradigms. We'll delve into how Zero Trust principles can be effectively integrated into existing IAM frameworks, discussing opportunities and obstacles.

The panel will share insights on implementing robust Zero Trust strategies, adapting to the evolving digital threat landscape, and balancing stringent security with user experience. Items to be discussed include: 

• Strategies for embedding Zero Trust principles within current IAM architectures.
• Navigating the complexities and cultural shifts required in adopting a Zero Trust framework.
• Examining the role of continuous adaptation and innovation in maintaining effective Zero Trust IAM systems.

10:40am

Morning Tea & Networking

11:00am

Keynote:
Agility and Innovation in IAM: Driving the Future of Secure Access

This keynote will explore infusing agility and innovation into Identity, Authentication, and Access Management (IAM) strategies. IAM systems must be flexible and forward-thinking in an era where digital threats are evolving rapidly. We'll discuss how adopting an agile approach can enhance responsiveness to emerging threats and technological changes and how innovation can drive more effective and user-friendly IAM solutions.

The session will also highlight the importance of balancing security with user experience and the role of emerging technologies in shaping the future of IAM. Items to be discussed include:

• Implementing flexible and iterative approaches to IAM to deliver at speed and quickly adapt to the changing security landscape.
• Exploring innovation and human centred design to deliver a seamless user experience whilst enhancing security.
• Discussing the integration of IAM with broader IT ecosystems, focusing on how collaboration between different technologies and departments can foster a more agile and innovative approach to identity management.

11:30am

Keynote:
Navigating the New Landscape: Preparing for the Australian Digital Identity Bill

This keynote will delve into the essential aspects that identity leaders must understand in preparation for the Australian Digital Identity Bill. We will explore the bill's implications for digital identity systems, emphasising the requirements and responsibilities it introduces. Special attention will be given to ensuring these systems support vulnerable populations while adhering to the new regulatory framework.

The session will provide insights into compliance strategies, integrating enhanced security measures, and maintaining user-centric approaches in line with the bill's directives. Items to be covered include:

• Breaking down the key components of the Australian Digital Identity Bill and their implications for digital identity management.
• Developing approaches to ensure digital identity systems comply with the bill while being accessible and supportive of vulnerable citizens.
• Emphasising the importance of privacy and security in digital identity systems, particularly in the context of the new legislative requirements.

12:00pm

Roundtable Discussions:
Choose 1 topic to join on the day!

1. The Future of Passwordless Authentication
2. Creating Access Protocols that Enable Workflows While Protecting Sensitive Data
3. Zero trust in action: Implement and Measure its Impact on Your Business
4. Identity Management in Cloud and Hybrid Environments
5. Enhanced Fraud Detection and Compliance with Innovative Digital Identity Management
6. How to Recruit and Upskill to Ensure You Have the Talent You Need
7. Preparing for the Digital Identity Bill to Pass
8. What Is The Future of AI in Identity Management

1:00pm

Lunch & Networking

2:00pm

Panel:
Unifying Identity Management Across Hybrid and Multi-Cloud Environments

This panel will explore the complexities and strategies for effective identity management in the increasingly prevalent hybrid and multi-cloud infrastructures. As organisations diversify their cloud usage while maintaining on-premises systems, the challenge of ensuring seamless and secure identity management across varied environments has become paramount. 

The discussion will focus on best practices for integrating identity solutions, managing security risks, and ensuring compliance in these complex ecosystems. Panelists will share insights on leveraging advanced technologies and methodologies to create cohesive identity management frameworks that cater to the dynamic nature of hybrid and multi-cloud environments. Items to be discussed include:

• Approaches to integrating identity management solutions across hybrid and multi-cloud infrastructures.
• Managing security risks and ensuring regulatory compliance in diverse cloud environments.
• Exploring strategies to scale identity management systems in tandem with organisational growth and expansion, especially in complex hybrid and multi-cloud environments.

2:30pm

Closing Keynote:
Artificial Intelligence in Identity Access Management

The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) within Identity, Authentication, and Access Management (IAM) is reshaping the security landscape by both providing new solutions for existing challenges and creating new challenges to solve.

This keynote will explore the optimal utilisation of AI technologies in IAM systems, how IAM technologies can support and enable AI adoption and what new IAM related threats AI represents.

The agenda will cover:

• What Identity threats have evolved due to AI.
• The application of AI to address current and future IAM challenges.
• How IAM will support AI adoption and address some of the current concerns.

3:00pm

Event Closed