Information Management and Security in Government

Content

This session covers:

• Introduction to Information Management: Core concepts, governance, and why it matters in everyday work.
• Information Security Fundamentals: Key principles, responsibilities, and relevant frameworks (including new requirements such as South Australian Protective Security Framework (SAPSF) v2).
• Managing Information in Practice: Systems, storage, access, and lifecycle management of records and information.
• Risk, Value and Classification: Understanding information value, applying classification, and managing access and risk.
• Security Threats and Awareness: Recognising risks, red flags, and maintaining information safety in daily activities.
• Ethical Use of Technology and AI: Using digital tools and AI responsibly within government requirements.
• Legislation and Public Access: Key obligations including FOI and records management requirements.
• Sustainable and Efficient Practices: Managing information effectively while supporting environmental goals.
• Practical Application: Interactive exercises to apply concepts in real-world scenarios.
• Embedding Good Practice: Tools, resources, and actions to support ongoing information security in your role.

Outcomes

Walk away with a greater understanding and appreciation of why it is important to think about what information to store, how to store it and retrieve it securely, and where information should be stored.

Who Should Attend

• All staff – essential for all staff who process, store and handle information within and for government
• Administrative (including who process sensitive Agency information such as  credit cards, client records, HR records, procurement bids as part of their role)
• Contractors, employees, casual staff
• New employees

Benefits to You and Your Organisation 

Uplift of capability in information management in alignment with State Records processes and South Australian Protective Security Framework (SAPSF) Information Security Requirements.