DISP services in South Australia
SecureSupply helps South Australian businesses prepare for Defence Industry Security Program (DISP) membership, meet applicable security requirements and maintain their arrangements as they enter or expand within the Defence supply chain.
We work with manufacturers, engineering firms, technology providers and specialist service businesses that need to understand their Defence security obligations and establish the controls required to meet them. Our advisers combine experience in Defence capability assurance, supply-chain management and cyber security to help businesses assess their existing arrangements, identify deficiencies and prepare for membership.
DISP requirements for South Australian Defence suppliers
Northern Adelaide and the Adelaide Defence Precinct, including the Osborne naval shipbuilding area, are focal points for South Australian Defence industry participation. Naval shipbuilding, submarine-related activity and associated engineering, manufacturing and technology programs create opportunities for suppliers, with security obligations determined by the specific work, information and contractual conditions. Personnel clearances, facility protection, information handling and cyber security may require attention. SecureSupply helps identify which obligations apply, whether DISP membership is required and how existing controls can contribute to meeting those obligations.
DISP membership and security advisory services
- DISP readiness assessments: Review current security arrangements against applicable requirements, identifying gaps, risks and evidence needed to support membership.
- Membership application support: Establish the proposed membership scope, prepare supporting documentation and assist throughout the application and assessment process.
- Security governance: Develop policies, procedures, accountability arrangements and reporting controls suited to the business and its Defence obligations.
- Cyber security assessment and uplift: Review existing technical controls, assess relevant Essential Eight requirements and coordinate remediation with internal teams or external providers.
- Ongoing DISP support: Maintain security records, review controls, manage changes and support annual reporting and continuing membership obligations.
Supporting South Australia’s Defence supply chain
Businesses entering programs associated with Osborne, the Hunter class frigates or Australia’s future submarine capability may be joining supply chains with established security and contractual requirements. Those obligations can extend through several tiers of subcontracting. A business may need to demonstrate its ability to protect information, manage personnel access or implement particular security controls before undertaking certain activities. SecureSupply helps suppliers establish what is required of them, identify where their existing arrangements are sufficient and define the actions needed to address any deficiencies. This work involves business management, operational personnel, technology providers and, where appropriate, the security representatives of Defence prime contractors. The objective is to establish security arrangements that can be maintained as the business develops, rather than treating membership preparation as a one-off exercise.
Regional Defence industry associations and resources
- Northern Adelaide / Adelaide Defence Precinct (including Osborne) — Defence Teaming Centre (DTC)
These links provide external industry context. They do not imply SecureSupply membership, collaboration or endorsement.
Defence assurance and cyber security expertise
SecureSupply brings together two complementary areas of experience. Our Defence industry advisory capability draws on acquisition and sustainment assurance, supply-chain management and the assessment of organisational controls. Our cyber security advisory capability covers security architecture, governance, technical control assessment and remediation planning. Together, these capabilities allow us to examine both management arrangements and the security controls needed to support Defence work. SecureSupply services South Australian businesses through remote engagements and on-site support where required.
Frequently asked questions.
Suppliers working in Defence naval supply chains may need to demonstrate security controls for information handling, personnel, facilities and cyber security, depending on their activities and contractual requirements.
Yes. SecureSupply supports South Australian businesses through its national advisory capability, with remote engagements and on-site support where arranged.
Related reading.
Discuss your DISP requirements
If your business is considering Defence work, preparing for DISP membership or reviewing security obligations imposed through a Defence contract, SecureSupply can help determine the requirements and the work needed to address them.
Contact SecureSupply to discuss DISP services in South Australia.