Fred Thiele
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Fred Thiele

Chief Information Security Officer

Fred Thiele is the Chief Information Security Officer at Interactive, helping Interactive customers build and maintain resilient cyber programs, as well as continually improving Interactive’s internal cyber program. He has been in the cyber industry for the last 25 years holding technical, consulting, and executive positions, on several continents, across a wide range of industry verticals.
Fred most recently worked at Transport for NSW, Velocity Frequent Flyer, and the Commonwealth Bank, leading teams to help those organisations build, maintain, and accelerate their cyber security programs. He participates in local NSW cyber industry groups, advises cyber security startups, and occasionally speaks at conferences. He holds a BSc. in Computer Science and several professional qualifications including a CISSP and CISM.

Insights from Fred

Insights 3 minutes read
Cyber Insights for 2024 from Interactive's Chief Information Security Officer.
Insights 4 minutes read
With cybercrime on the rise, businesses should focus on increasing cyber security, maturity and resiliency.
Insights 3 minutes read
Major impact cyber attacks have dominated headlines over the past few months.
News 2 minutes read
Interactive’s CISO, Fred Thiele, discusses what managing a breach really looks like in a Mandiant’s podcast.
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Cyber incidents are complex and specific in nature, requiring organisations to take a strategic approach.

Media mentions

Fred Thiele, Chief Information Security Officer at Interactive, is a respected voice in the cybersecurity industry, frequently offering expert insights on emerging threats and best practices for securing modern IT environments. His commentary is regularly featured in leading media outlets, where he shares strategies to help businesses stay resilient.

  • The Australian Financial Review

    Red and blue vie for cyberspace but purple reigns supreme

  • The Australian Financial Review

    Digital hygiene key to cyber security

  • Talking Business with Leon Gettler

    Podcast: Talking Business #27 Interview with Fred Thiele from Interactive

  • The CEO Institute

    Stretching the Castle Walls: Three Cybersecurity Questions Every CEO Must Ask

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