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SoNS — Systems of National Significance (SOCI)

Declared SoNS face enhanced cyber security obligations.

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Who must comply

Entities declared as Systems of National Significance.

What triggers it

Ministerial SoNS declaration.

When due

Per declaration; ongoing enhanced obligations.

Evidence required

Compliance with enhanced cyber security obligations + Home Affairs direction.

Max penalty

Summary

Security of Critical Infrastructure Act 2018 — SoNS declaration by Minister of Home Affairs. Enhanced cyber security obligations including pen testing + vulnerability assessments + Govt-developed response plans.

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Source legislation

Topics

cyber-securitycritical-infrastructure

Related obligations

Frequently asked questions

Who must comply with SoNS — Systems of National Significance (SOCI)?
Entities declared as Systems of National Significance.
What triggers SoNS — Systems of National Significance (SOCI)?
Ministerial SoNS declaration.
When is SoNS — Systems of National Significance (SOCI) due?
Per declaration; ongoing enhanced obligations.
What evidence is required for SoNS — Systems of National Significance (SOCI)?
Compliance with enhanced cyber security obligations + Home Affairs direction.

Source: https://cisc.gov.au/soci. Rules Mate is not a law firm. Always verify against the live regulator source before acting.