Australia’s cyber-security boss replaced, sparking mystery and speculation

TLDR:

• Lieutenant General Michelle McGuinness replaces Air Marshal Darren Goldie as Australia’s new National Cyber-Security Coordinator.
• Goldie was removed over a ‘workplace matter’ from his previous role at Defence.

A new cyber-security boss, Lieutenant General Michelle McGuinness, has taken over as Australia’s National Cyber-Security Coordinator after her predecessor, Air Marshal Darren Goldie, was recalled to deal with a ‘workplace matter’ at Defence. McGuinness will lead the coordination of Australia’s national cyber security policy and responses to cyber threats.

Goldie, who was appointed in June with high praises, only lasted four months in the role before being removed due to the undisclosed ‘workplace matter.’ McGuinness, with extensive experience in defense and intelligence, will be the second person to hold the position.

Mystery surrounds the specifics of the workplace matter that led to Goldie’s recall, but McGuinness is set to take on the role and continue Australia’s efforts in cyber-security policy.