Rowlands Metalworks Marks Two Years of DISP Accreditation
DISP accreditation is an ongoing commitment, not just a one-time certification. To maintain this status, our team at Rowlands Metalworks engages in regular training, audits, and reviews to meet and exceed the security standards set by the Australian Department of Defence. Recently, our General Manager, Chris Calvert, and Jackie Mitchell from our Administration Team participated in training sessions with De Stefano & Co, which is a key part of our compliance activities.
What is DISP Accreditation?
The Defence Industry Security Program (DISP) is a security framework established by the Australian Department of Defence. It ensures that companies handling sensitive and classified information implement robust security measures. For companies like Rowlands Metalworks, having DISP accreditation means we meet high security standards required for defence contracts. This accreditation shows our commitment to protecting client information and maintaining rigorous security practices across all our operations.
Benefits Beyond Defence
DISP accreditation benefits both our defence and non-defence clients by ensuring that their data and information are managed responsibly and securely. The rigorous security measures required for DISP accreditation apply to all our operations, providing a high level of protection and quality service to everyone we serve.
This accreditation involves continuous improvement of our IT infrastructure to align with the Essential Eight cybersecurity framework, ensuring strong protection against cyber threats. It also includes personnel security, ensuring employees with access to sensitive information have appropriate security clearances and training; physical security, implementing secure access controls; and information security, protecting data through encryption and secure communication protocols.
Additionally, DISP requires establishing policies to manage and monitor security practices and having plans in place to address and mitigate security breaches. These measures ensure that all our clients, whether in defence or other sectors, receive the same high standards of security and reliability.
Our Ongoing Commitment to Excellence
Maintaining DISP accreditation ensures that Rowlands Metalworks continuously improves in security and quality. We are committed to providing the best service to all our clients, ensuring their data and information are always protected. As a trusted partner, maintaining our DISP accreditation helps us to uphold the highest standards in every aspect of our work.
