Omnii Enhances Cybersecurity with Government-Backed Essential 8 Strategies
Omnii
Friday 17th May 2024, Brisbane – As part of its ongoing commitment to providing industry-leading fire safety services, Omnii today announced the ongoing integration of the Australian Government’s Essential 8 cybersecurity strategies into its operational framework. This implementation marks a significant step in strengthening Omnii’s compliance with the Essential 8 and it’s defenses against the increasingly sophisticated cyber threats facing the construction industry.
The integration of the Essential 8 cybersecurity strategies is a testament to our proactive approach in safeguarding our clients’ projects and data against any potential cyber threats.
Richard Austin
Chief Executive Officer
Key Elements of the Essential 8 Framework Implemented by Omnii Include:
Patch Applications: Prompt patching of vulnerabilities to keep software secure.
Patch Operating Systems: Regular updates to operating systems to safeguard against threats.
Multi-factor Authentication: Enhanced security measures requiring multiple forms of verification.
Restrict Administrative Privileges: Limited access controls to minimise breach impacts.
Application Control: Only trusted applications are allowed to execute, enhancing protection.
Restrict Microsoft Office Macros: Blocking untrusted macros to prevent malware risks.
User Application Hardening: Fortifying applications to withstand cyber-attacks.
Regular Backups: Routine backups to ensure data resilience and integrity.
Omnii’s adoption of these strategies and compliance with the Essential 8 not only underscores the company’s dedication to robust cybersecurity but also aligns with its strategic objectives to challenge industry norms and lead through innovation.
Comments from the Leadership
Richard Austin, CEO of Omnii, expressed enthusiasm about this initiative, stating, “At Omnii, we are committed to resolving challenges from every angle — commercially, socially, and aesthetically. The integration of the Essential 8 cybersecurity strategies is a testament to our proactive approach in safeguarding our clients’ projects and data against any potential cyber threats.”
This move further positions Omnii as a thought leader in the fire engineering and fire protection industry, dedicated to advancing security measures that protect not only their own operations but also the interests of their clients and the broader community.
Founded in 2005, Omnii is a practice with purpose: to be Australasia’s pre‑eminent fire safety and fire protection professional services firm. Omnii provides Fire Engineering, Fire Protection, Fire Safety Advisory, Fire Safety Compliance, Special Hazards, Structural Fire Engineering, and Cladding Fire Safety services across all sectors in the built environment.