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About PSPF

The PSPF sets out Australian Government policy across six security domains and prescribes what Australian Government entities must do to protect their people, information and resources, both domestically and internationally.

The PSPF provides direction and guidance for:

  • The Accountable Authorities of Australian Government entities, per the Public Governance, Performance and Accountability Act 2013 (PGPA Act).
  • Entity Chief Security Officers, Chief Information Security Officers, security practitioners and other named security officials.
  • Service providers that provide services to Australian Government entities, or are required to implement the PSPF according to relevant deeds or agreements.
  • Those responsible for communicating security information to Australian Public Service (APS) employees, third-party service providers delivering services to Australian Government entities, and visitors to government facilities.
  • Those working within, and for, the Australian Government, including APS employees, third-party service providers and contracted staff.