Rapid7 Global Security Day 2026 Melbourne

Rapid7's Flagship ANZ Event is Back, and Bigger Than Ever!

Global Security Day 2026 lands on 5 February at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), bringing together security leaders, practitioners, and Rapid7 experts for a day of strategy, technical depth, and real-world insight.

This year, we’re doubling down on what matters most: modern detection and response, the rise of AI-enabled threats, and the practical guidance you need to protect your organisation in 2026.

What to expect:

Real-world security stories and candid lessons shared by our CISO panel
Expert-led deep dive into the evolving threat landscape in ANZ
A first look at Rapid7’s product roadmap for 2026
Actionable sessions tailored for CISOs, SOC leaders, and practitioners
Front-row views of the Sheffield Shield match (Victoria vs Queensland) - only for Security Day attendees, directly from the iconic MCG vantage point

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Location

Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG)

Brunton Ave,
Richmond VIC 3002

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Agenda

8:30 - 9:15
Registration & Networking
Collect your name badge, grab a coffee and brekkie, and connect with peers old and new.

9:15 - 9:30
Welcome Address
Simon Ractliffe, General Manager, APJ, Rapid7

9:30 - 10:00
Global Tensions, Local Impact: Inside ANZ’s Evolving Threat Landscape
Robin Long, Director, Regional CTO, Asia Pacific, Rapid7

Hear from Rapid7 Labs as we unpack the rapidly evolving threat landscape facing Australia and New Zealand. This session explores emerging threats, attacker motivations, and accelerating attack vectors across the region. Drawing on the latest frontline intelligence from Rapid7 Labs globally and locally, attendees will gain clear insight into who is targeting ANZ, the key Tactics, Techniques and Procedures (TTPs) observed, and the actionable prevention and resilience tactics security leaders can apply to stay ahead in an increasingly complex threat environment.

10:00 - 10:45
Panel Discussion: Modern Detection & Response in an AI-Driven Threat Landscape
Michael Burchell, Infrastructure Security & Architecture Manager, Red Energy
David Glimsholt, Director of Information Management & Security, Melbourne Polytechnic
Tony Arnold, CISO, TSB Bank
Robin Long, Director, Regional CTO, Asia Pacific, Rapid7

The panel discussion session will feature security leaders from organisations across Energy, Education and Financial Services exploring how modern detection and response strategies are evolving - particularly with the rise of AI-enabled threats. The discussion will highlight how organisations are leveraging Rapid7 MDR and the Command Platform, transforming SOC workflows, operationalising real-time visibility, and strengthening incident response maturity. This panel aims to give attendees a practical, behind-the-scenes view of what high-performing SecOps teams look like in 2026, offering candid insights, hard-won lessons, and actionable guidance they can take back to their own environments.

10:45 - 11:00
Networking Break

11:00 - 11:30
What’s Next for the Rapid7 Command Platform
David Coleman, Director, Sales Engineering, APJ, Rapid7

Get an inside look at how our platform is evolving to meet the realities of modern security operations. This session will walk through our product roadmap, highlight upcoming capabilities and recent innovations, and unpack how our platform strategy is designed to simplify SecOps, improve visibility, and accelerate response across the attack surface.

11:30 - 12:00
Stories from the SOC
Dallas Hipwell, Manager, Detection & Response Services, ANZ, Rapid7

Go behind the scenes with Rapid7’s MDR and SOC teams as they break down real-world incidents they’ve handled firsthand. From ransomware to stealthy malware loaders, this session unpacks attacker TTPs, hard-earned lessons, and why deep visibility and smart response matter when it counts most. Practical, candid, and grounded in reality - these are the stories shaping modern security operations.

12:00
Closing Remarks
Simon Ractliffe, General Manager, APJ, Rapid7

12:00 - 14:00
Lunch & Networking
Enjoy lunch with front-row views of the Sheffield Shield match (Victoria vs Queensland).

14:00
Event Concludes

Speakers

Speaker 1

Simon Ractliffe

General Manager, APJ at Rapid7

Speaker 4

Robin Long

Director, Regional CTO, Asia Pacific at Rapid7

Speaker 2

Michael Burchell

Head of Cyber Security at Red Energy

Speaker 3

David Glimsholt

Director of Information Management & Security at Melbourne Polytechnic

Speaker 4

Tony Arnold

CISO at TSB New Zealand

Speaker 5

David Coleman

Director, Sales Engineering, APJ at Rapid7

Speaker 6

Dallas Hipwell

Manager, Detection & Response Services, ANZ at Rapid7