The South Australian Cyber Security Framework (SACSF) has been established to standardize and guide the approach for enhancing the cyber security posture of SA Government agencies. It focuses on confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information processed electronically. The SACSF is a risk-based framework that assists in maintaining information security through risk management processes, allowing agencies to implement controls based on their risk profile. It emphasizes governance, information security, personnel security, and physical security principles.
The SACSF consists of 21 policy statements supporting four key principles: Governance, Information, Personnel, and Physical. These principles cover aspects such as leadership, risk management, incident management, resilience, access control, vulnerability management, and network communications. The framework provides guidance on asset identification, risk assessment, and the implementation of controls based on risk levels.
The document outlines the implementation approach, including cyber security risk appetite, SACSF tier selection, cyber security program, asset identification, risk assessment, framework implementation guidance, independent certification, and annual attestation. It defines functions and responsibilities of various committees and personnel involved in ensuring cyber security within agencies.
Specific policy statements within the framework address areas such as administrative access, network communications, and cyber security risk management. Expectations include documenting network architecture, conducting risk assessments, implementing network segregation, and reviewing information flow risk assessments periodically. Administrative access to systems must be restricted to authorized personnel with a validated business need, and privileged account actions should be monitored and reviewed regularly.
Overall, the SACSF aims to enhance the cyber security posture of SA Government agencies by providing a structured framework for managing risks, implementing controls, and ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information. It emphasizes the importance of proactive risk management, continuous improvement, and adherence to established policies and procedures to mitigate cyber security threats effectively.
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