The Federal Government’s talking up its appointment of a new boss for the Canberra based CYBER SECURITY CENTRE.

STEPHANIE CROWE takes over as head of the Australian Signals Directorate Cyber Security Centre.

Deputy Prime Minister RICHARD MARLES says she has the experience and expertise across the cyber domain, which puts her well placed to lead the facility.

The announcement follows the recent appointment of Abigail Bradshaw as Director-General of the Australian Signals Directorate.