Client Overview

Industry: Industrial Manufacturing

Location: Perth, Western Australia

Employees: 145

Technology Environment: Microsoft 365, Windows Servers, ERP System, CNC Production Equipment, Cloud Backup and Remote Workforce

(Client name withheld due to confidentiality.)

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The Challenge

A well established manufacturing company in Perth, Western Australia, supplying fabricated components to the mining and resources sector, recognised that its cyber security posture had not kept pace with its business growth. The company relied heavily on digital production systems, supplier portals, Microsoft 365, and remote access for engineering and project teams.

Following several phishing attempts targeting finance staff and increasing reports of ransomware attacks affecting Australian manufacturers, management sought an independent cyber security review before a major security incident occurred.

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Security Assessment

• Legacy servers awaiting security updates
• Weak password policies
• Incomplete Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
• Limited endpoint monitoring
• Excessive administrator privileges
• No documented Incident Response Plan
• Inconsistent employee cyber security awareness

The assessment concluded that the organisation faced a significant risk of ransomware, credential theft, and business email compromise.

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Our Solution

GoCyber implemented a layered cyber security strategy tailored to the operational needs of a manufacturing business.

The engagement included:

• Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) deployment
• Microsoft 365 security hardening
• Organisation-wide Multi-Factor Authentication
• Email security and phishing protection
• Vulnerability Assessment and remediation
• Privileged Access Management improvements
• Secure backup validation
• Incident Response Planning
• Employee cyber awareness training
• Alignment with the Australian Essential Eight mitigation strategies

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Business Outcomes

Within two months, the manufacturer significantly strengthened its cyber resilience.

Key outcomes included:

• More than 90% reduction in critical security vulnerabilities
• Improved protection against ransomware and phishing attacks
• Enhanced visibility through continuous endpoint monitoring
• Stronger Microsoft 365 security configuration
• Faster incident detection and response capability
• Improved compliance readiness for customer and supplier security requirements
• Greater confidence in protecting production systems and operational continuity

By proactively addressing cyber risks, the business reduced the likelihood of costly production downtime while strengthening trust with customers operating across Western Australia’s mining and industrial sectors.

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Why It Matters

Manufacturing businesses are increasingly targeted by cyber criminals because production downtime can have immediate financial consequences. A successful ransomware attack can interrupt operations, delay customer deliveries, disrupt supply chains, and expose valuable intellectual property.

For manufacturers supporting Australia’s mining, engineering, construction, food processing, and industrial sectors, investing in proactive cyber security is no longer optional—it is an essential part of operational resilience.

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Why GoCyber?

GoCyber helps Australian manufacturers identify vulnerabilities before cyber criminals exploit them. Our team delivers practical cyber security solutions that minimise operational disruption while improving compliance, resilience, and business continuity.

Whether your organisation requires a cyber security assessment, penetration testing, managed security services, Microsoft 365 security, or guidance on implementing the Essential Eight, our consultants provide tailored solutions designed for Australian businesses.

Learn more about our Cyber Security Services for Australian Manufacturers and discover how GoCyber can help protect your business from modern cyber threats at gocyber.com.au.