Australia’s transportation sector is undergoing a digital transformation across aviation, rail, logistics, and toll roads. This evolution brings new opportunities, but also heightened cyber risks. Leading organisations are now investing heavily in cybersecurity talent, with CISOs and senior security leaders stepping up to protect critical infrastructure while enabling business growth.
The following leaders are shaping the future of transport in Australia. While some hold the formal CISO title, others are senior security executives or technology leaders whose influence on the sector is undeniable. Together, they represent the people keeping Australia’s transportation networks resilient, secure, and future-ready.
Matt Biber — Group Chief Information Security Officer, Qantas
With over 30 years of experience in IT and more than 25 years in cybersecurity, Matt Biber has been instrumental in building Qantas’ cyber capabilities. He established the Qantas Group Cyber Security Centre (GCSC), leading security operations across Qantas Airways, Jetstar, and Loyalty businesses. Known for integrating security with business strategy, Matt is a mentor to cyber professionals worldwide and a strong believer in security as a business enabler.
Anthony Kitzelmann — Head of Technology Strategy, Assurance, and Cyber, Airservices Australia
Tony Kitzelmann oversees the technology and cyber strategy for Airservices Australia, which manages 11% of the world’s airspace. Previously, he served as CISO and CTO for the Australian Digital Health Agency and as Senior Cyber Security Executive at Lockheed Martin APAC. Tony emphasizes embedding resilience and security into all technology systems and is a strong advocate for challenging the status quo in cyber leadership.
Murray Taylor — Former Chief Information Security Officer, Transport for NSW
Murray Taylor brings more than 15 years of experience in cybersecurity leadership and enterprise transformation. As CISO at Transport for NSW, he has led strategic programs, risk management initiatives, and large-scale security capability uplifts. Murray is also a recognized thought leader in the industry, regularly contributing to panels and forums focused on transportation cyber resilience.
Christine Antoniou — Enterprise Cyber Security and Resilience Manager, ARTC
Christine Antoniou manages ARTC’s cybersecurity across operational and corporate technology domains. She oversees strategic governance, compliance, and security architecture while supporting the organization’s Corporate Resilience Framework. Christine has implemented Payment Card Industry security standards and built a SOC environment, ensuring both operational and corporate systems are resilient.
Darren Cavanagh — Chief Information and Digital Officer, Queensland Rail
Darren Cavanagh leads digital and cyber initiatives for Queensland Rail. With experience across international markets and complex business environments, he drives business outcomes through technology and security programs that balance operational efficiency with robust risk management.
Wayne Dobby — Head of Technology, Information Security & Infrastructure, Qube
Wayne Dobby oversees Qube’s cybersecurity and infrastructure programs, combining strong security postures with business outcomes. He partners closely with the business to cultivate a robust information security culture across the organization.
Rob Doughty — Chief Technology Officer and Chief Information Security Officer, Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications, Sport and the Arts
Rob Doughty serves in a dual CTO/CISO role, providing executive-level leadership in technology strategy, innovation, and security for one of Australia’s key government transport agencies. His work ensures that infrastructure projects are both technologically advanced and secure.
Berin Lautenbach — Global Head of Information Security, Toll Group
Berin Lautenbach brings a diverse background in information security, risk management, and technical architecture. At Toll Group, he leads global information security initiatives, spanning operational, technical, and executive levels to secure Australia’s major logistics networks.
Andre Bertrand — Chief Information Security Officer, Transurban
Andre Bertrand leads cybersecurity for Transurban, the operator of 22 toll roads in Australia, the US, and Canada. He has built a global cyber capability and delivered risk outcomes aligned with business goals, achieving high engagement scores and winning recognition for diversity and incident response excellence.
Mick McHugh — Chief Information Security Officer, Virgin Australia
Mick McHugh is a seasoned security executive driving enterprise cyber maturity at Virgin Australia. He has a proven track record of enabling digital transformation while engaging boards and senior executives on complex cyber and technology topics.
Securing the Future of Transport
Australia’s transportation sector relies on visionary cyber leaders to protect critical infrastructure while enabling innovation. These CISOs and senior security executives are safeguarding systems and shaping resilient, digitally enabled networks for the future. From airlines and rail networks to toll roads and logistics, their work underscores that cybersecurity is no longer a back-office function; it is a central pillar of operational success.