Structure of the Trusted Information Sharing Network for Critical
Infrastructure Resilience
The Trusted Information Sharing Network (TISN) for Critical Infrastructure Resilience provides an
environment where business and government can share vital information on security issues relevant
to the protection of our critical infrastructure and the continuity of essential services in the face of
all hazards.
TISN members include owners and operators of critical infrastructure, Australian, state and territory
government agency representatives, and peak national bodies.
Sector Groups form the bridge between government and the individual owners of critical
infrastructure. Their purpose is to assist owners and operators to share information on issues
relating to generic threats, vulnerabilities and to identify appropriate measures and strategies to
mitigate risk.
1.0 Attorney-General and Minister for the Arts Senator the Hon George Brandis QC
2.0 Critical Infrastructure Advisory Council (CIAC)
3.0 Banking and Finance – led by the Attorney-General’s Department
3.1 Health – led by the Department of Health
3.2 Food and Grocery – led by the Department of Agriculture
3.3 Transport (includes three sub-sectors: surface, maritime and aviation) – led by the Department
of Infrastructure and Regional Development
3.4 Communications – led by the Department of Communications
3.5 Water Services – led by the Attorney-General’s Department
3.6 Energy – led by the Department of Industry
3.6.1
Oil and Gas Security Forum – led by the Department of Infrastructure and Regional
Development
3.7 Resilience – led by the Attorney-General’s Department
3.8 Communities of Interest