Aegis 9

Aegis 9

Speciality: Exploitation-Focused Penetration Testing

Canberra, Australia 7 employees
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[01] About

Australian cybersecurity consultancy founded in 2016; specializes in penetration testing, security governance, risk management, and architecture; 3 employees with a focus on tailored security solutions for public and private sectors; active in exploitability testing and vulnerability assessments.

Aegis9 is an Australian owned consultancy that specialises in providing tailored security solutions for both public and private sector clients, based on their specific needs. We understand that all aspects of security should be part of the business and not prevent it from being undertaken. Our approach is to understand the nature of the business to design and deliver an overarching security framework, incorporating relevant processes and tools. This approach ensures that all security layers and pillars are interconnected and generate meaningful information that supports business outcomes. Aegis9’s skilled and highly experienced personnel have an average of 17 years’ experience in the security industry, and have delivered programs for large Government departments and private enterprises alike. They undertake work across the full breadth of security requirements including high level enterprise risk and governance through to security analytics within a Security Operation Centre. Aegis9 provides physical, personnel, information, and cyber capabilities and has unparalleled expertise to deliver accreditation against a range of Government and industry standards including IRAP, ISM, PSPF, ISO and NIST. Aegis9 understands that the one size fits all approach has significant limitations including not identifying security gaps and weaknesses or, at the other end of the spectrum, stifling business under an unnecessary and complex security burden. Aegis9 supports business objectives and implements a risk-based and pragmatic approach to securing key assets. Risk is assessed using empirical evidence when the solution is implemented. Risk is then monitored and reassessed on an ongoing basis, with the outcomes informing the improvement of the overall solution. Aegis9 seeks to integrate with existing governance structures within its clients to reduce the management burden on business.
[02] Services
Provides Tailored Security Solutions Including Enterprise Security Architecture
Audit And Compliance Programs
Security Intelligence
Physical And Personnel Security
Penetration Testing Services.
[03] Certifications
IRAP
ISM
PSPF
ISO

ISO 27001 Cybersecurity Certification


ISO/IEC 27001 was developed by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), first published in 2005 and revised in 2013 and 2022. It evolved from the British Standard BS 7799, which was created in the 1990s by the UK government and industry to address growing concerns about information security management. The standard was developed to provide organizations with a systematic framework for establishing, implementing, maintaining, and continually improving an Information Security Management System (ISMS).


ISO 27001 is highly valued in the industry because it demonstrates an organization's commitment to protecting sensitive information through internationally recognized best practices. The certification provides a competitive advantage, often serving as a requirement for doing business with government agencies and large corporations, particularly in sectors handling sensitive data. It helps organizations systematically identify security risks, implement appropriate controls, and prove due diligence in managing information security—which is increasingly important for regulatory compliance, customer trust, and reducing the likelihood of costly data breaches.
NIST

NIST Cybersecurity Framework


Origin and Development


The NIST Cybersecurity Framework was created by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), a non-regulatory agency of the U.S. Department of Commerce. It was developed in response to Executive Order 13636, signed by President Obama in February 2013, which directed NIST to create a voluntary framework to help organizations manage cybersecurity risks. Released in February 2014 and updated in 2018 (version 1.1), the framework was designed to provide a common language and systematic approach for managing cybersecurity risks across critical infrastructure sectors.


Industry Value and Importance


The NIST Cybersecurity Framework is widely valued because it provides a flexible, cost-effective approach to managing cybersecurity risk that can be adapted by organizations of any size or sector. It has become a de facto standard in both the public and private sectors, often referenced in regulations, contracts, and compliance requirements. Organizations use it to assess their current security posture, communicate security requirements to vendors and partners, and demonstrate due diligence in protecting sensitive data. Its voluntary nature, combined with its comprehensive yet practical approach, has made it one of the most widely adopted cybersecurity frameworks globally.
[05] Notable Clients
  • Microsoft
  • FireEye
  • Omni Executive