Ctrl+Alt+Deliver: Security Leadership in the Age of AI and Automation

In an era defined by rapid technological change, today’s security leaders are facing challenges unlike any seen before. The boundaries between cyber, electronic, and physical security have blurred, and the resilience of an organisation — or even an entire community — now rests on the strength of its digital foundations. Policing, public safety, and critical infrastructure are no longer separate from technology; they are powered by it.

To explore this evolving landscape, we’re hosting Ctrl+Alt+Deliver: Security Leadership in the Age of AI and Automation, a free-flowing in-person panel discussion bringing together some of the region’s most respected voices in security and public safety.

The conversation will be guided by Andrew Harris, security export and policy leader, and will feature three distinguished leaders:

1. Mike Bush, Victorian Police Commissioner

2. Bryan de Caires, CEO of ASIAL

3. Hayley Van Loon, CEO of Crime Stoppers International

Together, they will unpack what it means to lead in a world where digital systems underpin public safety, where automation is reshaping frontline decision-making, and where the consequences of technological failure are immediate and real.

The Evolving Role of the Security Leader

The role of the modern security leader is no longer defined solely by protection and response. It requires navigating a complex intersection: cyber threats that undermine physical operations, AI-driven tools that enhance capability but raise new ethical questions, and the integration of digital solutions in environments that operate around the clock and under pressure.

Our panel will delve into these realities, exploring questions such as:

• How do security leaders make informed decisions when technology is both a tool and a vulnerability?

• What does responsible adoption of AI and automation look like in policing, critical infrastructure, and private security?

• How should organisations collaborate across public and private sectors to strengthen resilience?

This discussion goes beyond technical execution. It’s about strategy, leadership, ethics, and the capacity to adapt in a world where threats evolve faster than ever.

If your role involves protecting people, assets, or data — this conversation is for you.

Event Details

📅 Date: Wednesday, 10 December

⏰ Time: 5:00 PM

📍 Location: Melbourne Connect @ Melbourne University, 700 Swanston Street, Carlton

This panel promises an honest, future-focused exploration of security leadership in an age where every decision carries real-world impact. We invite you to join the discussion — and to be part of shaping what comes next. To register your interest in the event, please let us know via the link below:

https://luma.com/eixludiz

See you there!