Hackers' Playbook: Vintage Tactics in the Digital Age

19

Jun
2025

Hackers' Playbook: Vintage Tactics in the Digital Age

Join ASIS Victoria for a compelling presentation by cybersecurity expert Richard Magalad, who will unpack real-world cyber attack case studies that cross into the physical security domain.

ASIS Victoria Chapter welcomes you to a morning of networking and discussions proudly brought to you by our event sponsor Axis Communications.

At this free event, you will have the opportunity to engage with industry experts, thought leaders, and fellow professionals who are at the forefront of physical security. 

From unpatched surveillance systems to ransomware entry points, learn how legacy tactics are being revived by modern attackers—and how to defend against them using the ACSC's Essential Eight strategies.

About the Speaker:

Richard Magalad is a seasoned ICT professional with over 30 years of experience, beginning his career in mainframe computing at the Commonwealth Bank. He has held pivotal roles across various sectors, including mining, shipping, and government, notably serving as an IT Director for a mining company with operations in Australia, Laos, and Canada. Richard is the Managing Director of ITR Australia, where he leads initiatives in cybersecurity and systems integration for major telecommunications firms and federal agencies.

An IRAP cyber endorsed by the Australian Signals Directorate, Richard is also a Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) and a Certified Professional in Cyber Security with the Australian Computer Society. He contributes to the cybersecurity community as the Chair of the Cloud Branch at the Australian Information Security Association (AISA) and imparts his knowledge as a cybersecurity lecturer at RMIT University. His work extends internationally, having led cybersecurity training missions for Southeast Asian governments under programs funded by the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade.

 ☕ Catered Networking | ✅ Open to ASIS members and guests