Recognised for advancing cyber maturity and resilience across Australia’s public sector
Sydney, Australia – 6th November 2025: The Missing Link has won the Government Security Partner category at the 2025 Benchmark Security Awards, presented by techpartner.news and iTnews.
Announced at a gala event at Doltone House Hyde Park, this prestigious award recognises The Missing Link’s outstanding work with government agencies across Australia to uplift cyber maturity, modernise legacy systems and deliver scalable, standards-aligned security solutions.
“We’re proud to be recognised for the role we play in supporting Australia’s public sector,” said Aaron Bailey, Chief Information Security Officer at The Missing Link. “Government agencies face unique challenges - tight budgets, legacy infrastructure, and complex compliance requirements. Our work is focused on solving those challenges with practical, sustainable security outcomes that improve capability, not just compliance.”
The Missing Link’s success in the public sector stems from its ability to deliver repeatable, scalable frameworks tailored to government requirements. Over the past year, the company has led multiple transformative programs, from enabling Australia’s first Secure Remote Access Protocol (SRAP) for a major utility, to deploying a modular Essential Eight framework that supports staged maturity uplift across departments. These frameworks are designed to balance regulatory compliance with operational flexibility, ensuring security enhancements can be delivered without disruption.
A standout capability lies in The Missing Link’s automation-led approach to efficiency. Its maturity assessment model has cut consulting effort by over 60% across more than 100 government sites, significantly accelerating uplift while reducing cost. In high-security environments, the business has set new benchmarks such as delivering privileged access infrastructure with 15-minute recovery SLAs, a critical measure for resilience in the face of cyber incidents. The company’s knowledge transfer programs also ensure long-term impact, equipping in-house teams to take full ownership of newly implemented security solutions within six months of deployment.
This recognition is further underpinned by the scale and strength of The Missing Link’s security team. The company completes over 225 security assessments annually, and its 200+ cyber professionals hold more than 1,400 certifications across 80+ vendor platforms. The business is certified as a CVE Numbering Authority and CREST-accredited, with additional credentials including ISO 27001:2022, IRAP Assessor Certification, and DISP Accreditation, enabling it to operate across highly regulated environments with full compliance and assurance.
With a commitment to efficiency, repeatability, and value for money, The Missing Link helps government organisations shift from reactive risk management to proactive cyber resilience. Its vendor-agnostic approach ensures tailored solutions aligned to agency goals, risk profiles, and operational realities.
About The Missing Link
The Missing Link, an Infosys company, is a leading provider of Cyber Security, IT & Cloud, and AI & Automation solutions operating across Australia and the United Kingdom. Established in 1997, the company delivers award-winning expertise through a team of over 200 professionals and maintains strong partnerships with more than 180 technology vendors. Backed by Infosys, The Missing Link combines trusted local service with global scale, enabling businesses to thrive in a dynamic digital landscape. For more information, visit www.themissinglink.com.au.
