Full Name
Deborah Welsh
Job Title
Executive Manager
Company
eSafety Commissioner
Speaker Bio
Deb Welsh is Executive Manager of Strategy, Engagement & Research branch in the eSafety Commissioner, leading the area responsible for the Safety by Design initiative, Tech Trends, research, and maintaining extensive stakeholder relationships within Government, industry, and international fora.
Ms Welsh has over 15 years’ experience in the Australian Public Service in various policy and program roles in the Department of Home Affairs, Department of the Treasury, and the Department of Finance.
Prior to eSafety Ms Welsh was acting Assistant Secretary of Cyber Policy & Strategy in the Department of Home Affairs. The Branch was responsible for the delivery of Australia’s 2020 Cyber Security Strategy, including delivery of the Ransomware Action Plan and Quad Senior Cyber Group.