Defence is modernising Defence Industry Security Program (DISP) membership processes, with the latest DISP Membership Portal capability release enabling self-management services for existing DISP companies.
The capability release will also uplift the cyber security assessment process to align with the Australian Cyber Security Centre Essential Eight mitigation strategies.
This follows the initial release of the Portal in December 2023, which allowed companies to complete and lodge membership applications online.
Under the Defence Industry Development Grants Program, up to $100,000 is available to assist eligible small to medium enterprises to establish and maintain security accreditation and controls, in line with the DISP - including cyber security.
Defence Chief Security Officer, Peter West, said the latest capability release would make it easier for industry to manage their membership.
"The DISP Member Portal simplifies the process for membership self-management and provides improved security for member information," Mr West said.
"This launch represents significant progress towards modernising membership processes without compromising security objectives - as outlined in the Defence Industry Development Strategy (DIDS)."
The DIDS establishes the framework and principles for Australia's defence industry policy. These policy settings reflect Australia's changing strategic circumstances and deliver a range of initiatives to develop Australia's sovereign defence industrial base required to meet national security requirements.
Defence will work with industry to implement the DIDS and deliver an innovative, resilient and competitive defence industrial base that creates a stronger, more secure Australia.
The DISP Portal release planned for Quarter 4, 2024 will deliver fully digitised member services, including a full suite of membership self-reporting and self-service tools, and strengthen DISP compliance capabilities.
