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It’s a big week for us at @PentenCyber. We launched a new business unit; Tactical Communications Security & received a $520k Sov Industrial Capability Priority Grant. #thankyou @Melissa4Durack for your support. #OzCyber #Ausdef https://t.co/mcWs8eD69m
— Penten (@PentenCyber) November 12, 2020

Thank you Minister for Defence Industry, @Melissa4Durack the Hon Melissa Price MP for launching our new business unit; Tactical Communications Security today. Merik Karman, Penten's CTO will lead the team with the aim to simplify & modernise radio tech.https://t.co/RwUp5b6gHD
— Penten (@PentenCyber) November 11, 2020

This Remembrance Day, we remember the 330,000 Australians who served overseas during WWI and the more than 60,000 who died. This year's Remembrance Day will be different, but we will still honour all those who died and suffered in armed conflict. #LestWeForget pic.twitter.com/HMDVaB5cBb
— Penten (@PentenCyber) November 10, 2020

It's #VeteransHealthWeek. The theme this year is social connection and in 2020 this is more important than ever. Thank you to all the current and ex-serving Defence Force personnel and their families. We are grateful for you. #VHW2020 #VeteransHealthWeek pic.twitter.com/d7SsjJhpLZ
— Penten (@PentenCyber) October 30, 2020

Congratulations @_matthewwilson for winning the Highly Commended award in the Male Champion of Change Category for the @awsn_au awards. @_matthewwilson, "You can count on me to be a champion of change." Thank you Matthew for making @PentenCyber a great place to work. pic.twitter.com/8vZRowGGzq
— Penten (@PentenCyber) October 13, 2020

In the lead up to National #CyberWeek we spoke to Matthew Wilson, CEO of @PentenCyber about what they do, what they are proud of and why Canberra is the best place to do business. @AustCyber @UNSWCanberra - https://t.co/p57SYrROgo
— Canberra Innovation Network (@CBR_IN) September 30, 2020

We're a finalist in the @theiAwards for the AltoCrypt Phone! After many years of working on this #tech, it's exciting to see it being used, making a difference & recognised as a leading #innovation. https://t.co/x92i590QYK pic.twitter.com/P8wv9MN1wH
— Penten (@PentenCyber) September 29, 2020

The @awsn_au Women in Security Awards are coming up on 13 October. We have three finalists: Alison Lee, @_matthewwilson, & @Sheydimon1. @PentenCyber is also nominated as Best Place to Work for Women in Security.
Join the virtual event. Register: https://t.co/puqfYbBlJ1 pic.twitter.com/fzwDI5mXuD
— Penten (@PentenCyber) September 22, 2020

Thank you @AustCyber and @DeptDefence for hosting today's webinar. @bjwhitham says it's time for Aus Industry to step up to the occasion. Pick your partners, there are so many people willing to help you, and have patience but persistence. #OzCyber #AusDef https://t.co/uWXbF2mOZO
— Penten (@PentenCyber) September 7, 2020

We are honoured to be named a finalist in the Best Place to Work for Women in Security category in the @awsn_au awards. This is so important to us. We are always striving to be better and this recognition affirms we're giving it our best. https://t.co/zYMZv8qTZo
— Penten (@PentenCyber) September 2, 2020

In an Aussie first, we worked with @fifth_domain, @cydarmtech, @elttam and @retrospectlabs to deliver an online collective cyber training program for #AusDef. Thanks to the ADF for supporting #OzCyber. https://t.co/jR6c1VrkVw pic.twitter.com/e73tDIAZuA
— Penten (@PentenCyber) August 25, 2020

Congratulations to all the Women in Defence Industry finalists, including our inspirational HR Manager, Kimberly Burns. Thank you Kim for all you do to keep our people and culture positive and thank you for your contribution to the Defence Industry. #PentenPeople https://t.co/fEjFw99dJ6
— Penten (@PentenCyber) August 13, 2020

Australia's Cyber Security Strategy 2020 has been released. It will invest $1.67 billion over 10 years to achieve a safer, online Australia. The report highlights opportunities in the cyber security sector: 'sovereign capabilities benefit us all'. https://t.co/wVrZtY1Qyq pic.twitter.com/XPqE1dfNLh
— Penten (@PentenCyber) August 6, 2020

Read this month's @APDR_APAC to view the Defence industry's response to the COVID-19 pandemic. @_matthewwilson details how @PentenCyber planned for and worked harder than ever to ensure Government workers remained in contact. https://t.co/i9ESEGTK42 pic.twitter.com/7EF40Wmb9Z
— Penten (@PentenCyber) July 27, 2020

Listen to @AustCyber's inaugural podcast #OzCyberUnlocked delving into the Digital Trust report 2020; featuring our CEO @_matthewwilson, @CxCyber's @JohnPaitaridis, @kasada_io's @InfoSecSam and hosted by @Mich11775. #Gameon #Ozcyber https://t.co/zcpaojNfKk
— Penten (@PentenCyber) July 22, 2020

We’re proud to be listed in @Austrade’s Australian Defence Cyber Industry Capability Report as one of 50 Aussie businesses meeting global needs with highly technical solutions to support Defence projects. #AusDef #OzCyber #Aussieowned https://t.co/VgANM71s1e
— Penten (@PentenCyber) July 18, 2020

We're #hiring for multiple roles. We offer you the flexibility to work in a way that suits you and your family. Talk to us about the possibilities. We can't wait to hear find out how we can be the best employer for you. Find out more: https://t.co/5zaVFhqo4j #PrioritisePeople pic.twitter.com/QEWyAmGNUF
— Penten (@PentenCyber) June 2, 2020

Be your amazing self and do amazing things. @PentenCyber will support you to be the best, most exceptional you. Their world-leading #Technology is one-of-a-kind. Unlimited sick leave, 6 months #ParentalLeave and cultural leave, apply now: https://t.co/y6IrhuY2sH #PentenPeople pic.twitter.com/1JyXWR1IIE
— WORK180 (@WORK180_ANZ) May 27, 2020

Read the latest @austdefence for a commentary of current defence cybersecurity themes. @_matthewwilson: “Australia is pushing out world-leading technologies and capabilities, that in itself is exciting & something to protect." #Ausdef https://t.co/hb41oXcbve pic.twitter.com/JAT7n5z3KG
— Penten (@PentenCyber) May 21, 2020

This Anzac Day may be different. But it won't be cancelled. We will appreciate and contemplate in our own ways. Whether we stand at dawn in our driveway or balcony, bake Anzac bickies or video chat our mates, we will remember them. #standto #LightUpTheDawn pic.twitter.com/rUmQph3Qi4
— Penten (@PentenCyber) April 24, 2020

We’re meeting so many motivated and talented graduates at the #TertiarytoWork careers fair today in #Canberra. It’s fantastic to see so much enthusiasm about future cyber careers. Thanks to @cavanagh_linda and @AustCyber for making this all happen. #cyberskills https://t.co/Fbv1NPQEil
— Penten (@PentenCyber) March 12, 2020

Thank you to our panellists and the #Canberra security and tech ecosystem who attended our #IWD2020 event last night. Our panellists inspired with their #real stories in search of equality, diversity and empowerment. #EachforEqual #Diversityisallofus pic.twitter.com/kwt5O53L6y
— Penten (@PentenCyber) March 11, 2020

@bjwhitham is demonstrating our #securemobility and #appliedai services for #DemoDay at Australia House in San Fran. These products will help to #innovate defence industry. We hope to see you at #RSAConference2020. #OzCyberinUSA2020 #ausdef #Gameon https://t.co/5tlogYZ8RB
— Penten (@PentenCyber) February 25, 2020

Announcing: @_sarah_c_bailey is a finalist in the Empowered Women Awards, Established Leader category. Congrats Sarah! Voting is now open to the public. If Sarah has inspired you, please vote at this link: https://t.co/Xq2CXengjl #empoweredwoman #pentenpeople pic.twitter.com/lJaCpQbsyc
— Penten (@PentenCyber) February 24, 2020

Our latest project will provide #secure network access to regional, Aussie SMEs. It’s a game changer for #DefenceIndustry. SMEs will have the opportunity to work on Government projects, and Defence can access Australia's best. https://t.co/iXATGJUkye #AusDef #OzCyber pic.twitter.com/yPwfJgI7oE
— Penten (@PentenCyber) February 13, 2020

@_sarah_c_bailey has accepted a position on @PentenCyber's Board of Directors. This significant step marks the rapid growth of the company. Sarah advocates diversity in the industry and @_matthewwilson said. "Good business strategy comes from #diverse thinking." #pentenpeople pic.twitter.com/8i173cDojR
— Penten (@PentenCyber) February 9, 2020

We are thrilled to be recognised on @NAB's Innovation Index as exhibiting some of the best innovation behaviours in Aus. "Innovation is in our heartbeat," said @_sarah_c_bailey. We innovate by prioritising people and R&D. For the full report visit: https://t.co/Sk5TmBzKWR pic.twitter.com/5tS30CqXH0
— Penten (@PentenCyber) January 22, 2020

We have debuted on @austdefence Top 40 Defence Contractors 2019 list. We rank 19 on the ANZ SME list, with businesses owned & operated in Aus. This reflects our Defence contracts in 2019. We are honoured to be recognised with others supporting #OzDefenceIndustry. pic.twitter.com/mIguv6jGgY
— Penten (@PentenCyber) January 9, 2020

Well done Jordan Johnson, Lead Software Engineer for our @AltoCrypt Phone who was nominated as finalist in the AIDN-ACT Young Achiever of the Year Awards 2019. We’re so proud and lucky to have you! #congrats Tim Spitzer from Clearbox Systems who won the category. pic.twitter.com/DmiVVTYdzW
— Penten (@PentenCyber) December 12, 2019

We’re exhibiting at #BlackHat Europe at ExCeL in London. Visit our stand, 750 to demo our #AppliedAI products: TrapAir, an active WiFi honeytrap and TrapDocs, our active document honeytraps. #BHEU #OzCyber pic.twitter.com/jMiFv1Gl1g
— Penten (@PentenCyber) December 4, 2019

Many thanks to the Minister for Defence, the Hon @lindareynoldswa and the Australian Defence Export Office team for supporting the first defence trade mission to Japan. This trip provided an important platform of engagement for Australian Defence Industry SMEs like Penten. pic.twitter.com/z3ataj8Qt8
— Penten (@PentenCyber) November 24, 2019

With #MilCIS2019 wrapped, it’s time to take a breath. Listen to @_matthewwilson’s podcast, discussing attitudes towards the cyber domain, how Penten helps build cyber protections, and the process of engaging with the government as a business. https://t.co/byxQXQ3HD6
— Penten (@PentenCyber) November 14, 2019

We’re at #MilCIS2019 discussing our new, secure AltoCrypt Phone with @DefenceBusiness ADBR TV. We’re looking forward to the official launch presentation at 4pm with Joshua Bolton and Paul Young. #ozcyber #gameon #securemobility pic.twitter.com/IwDY7q6eg8
— Penten (@PentenCyber) November 12, 2019

We are ecstatic to announce the launch of our latest #SecureMobility product: the AltoCrypt Phone. Many years in the making, we’re finally ready to showcase this innovative product. Visit our stand, 46C at #MilCIS2019 to learn more. https://t.co/fZSU5ZWLPk pic.twitter.com/JHhoXhRHhN
— Penten (@PentenCyber) November 6, 2019

Congratulations to the 2019 ACT Chief Minister's Pearcey Entrepreneur Awardee @_matthewwilson , CEO of @PentenCyber presented by Sen (ret'd) @KateLundy on behalf of the ACT Chief Minister. pic.twitter.com/XefKhxaNkU
— Pearcey Foundation (@Pearcey_org) October 11, 2019

What a great team! Proud to win Cyber Business of the Year at the Australian Defence Industry Awards! Thank you Defence Connect and all our supporters! #cybersecurity pic.twitter.com/kiYGpI4jmN
— Penten (@PentenCyber) September 26, 2019

Women make up less than 20% of the cyber workforce. On this International Women in Cyber Day, we recognise those inspirational women who are committed to cyber protection. We need to inspire more women to join the cyber industry. #womenincyberday #tipthescale pic.twitter.com/kB2YhmnG4H
— Penten (@PentenCyber) September 1, 2019

@Melissa4Durack Minister for Defence Industry announced that @PentenCyber was awarded 2 contracts totalling $2.2m for new cyber technologies awarded from the 2018 @AustralianArmy Innovation Day #ozcyber #ausdef https://t.co/tEnCVAvXhk
— Penten (@PentenCyber) July 8, 2019

@PentenCyber CEO @_matthewwilson talks #cybersecurity to @adambspencer #TelstraBizAwards #ozcyber #ausdef https://t.co/DHm4VpdVCF pic.twitter.com/1ehjY0du21
— Penten (@PentenCyber) February 12, 2019

Our 2018 Telstra Aust Biz of the Yr Award proudly goes to @Pen10Services. Cybersecurity has never been more critical. Congrats on this well-deserved award! #TelstraBizAwards ⁦@Telstra_news⁩ pic.twitter.com/xU6u3Ci9Ux
— Andrew Penn (@andy_penn) September 20, 2018

AltoCrypt Stik @Pen10services is THE WINNER in the category Infrastructure & #Platforms #Innovation of the Year! #iAwards #CyberSecurity pic.twitter.com/mzIu9pIrOO
— The iAwards ???? (@theiAwards) August 30, 2018

Congratulations to @Pen10Services, the overall winner of the 2018 Telstra ACT Business Awards! #TelstraBizAwards pic.twitter.com/9nUjVooUjF
— Telstra News (@Telstra_news) July 12, 2018