Governance
Security policies, a nominated Chief Security Officer and Security Officer, and annual reporting to Defence.
DISP Membership for Defence Suppliers
We help Australian businesses prepare for, achieve and maintain Defence Industry Security Program (DISP) membership.
What is DISP?
DISP is the Department of Defence’s security program for Australian industry. Members show they meet Defence’s security standards in four categories.
Personnel Security
Pre-employment checks, security awareness training and, at higher levels, managing security clearances.
Physical Security
Controlling access to the sites and areas where Defence information is handled or stored.
Information & Cyber Security
Protecting systems and data, including the Essential Eight controls set for your membership level.
Choose Your DISP Level
The level you need depends on the classification of the information you handle.
Each level includes everything in the levels below it.
DISP Eligibility
To apply for membership, your business must meet these basic requirements.
Australian entity: Your business must be an Australian entity with an ABN.
Security commitment: You must nominate a CSO and SO and put the required security controls in place.
Transparency: You must disclose your ownership, control and any foreign interest.
Our Process
A clear path to DISP membership. Typical timeline: 3–6 months for Entry Level.
- Gap Analysis
- Action Plan
- Implementation
- Governance
- Submission
- Ongoing Support
DISP by Industry
Manufacturing
Manufacturers often hold Defence drawings, specifications and part data. DISP shows primes that this information is protected on the shop floor and in your systems.
Learn more ›Engineering
Engineering and design teams work with sensitive project data across many tools and people. DISP sets the security baseline Defence expects.
Learn more ›Construction
Defence estate projects bring security obligations to site offices, plans and workforces. DISP membership helps you meet them.
Learn more ›IT & Managed Services
IT providers often have privileged access to Defence suppliers’ systems. DISP membership shows you protect that access and the data behind it.
Learn more ›DISP by Role
Security Officers
DISP membership needs a nominated Chief Security Officer (CSO) and Security Officer (SO). We help them understand the role and run the program.
Learn more ›Directors & Owners
DISP is a business decision before it is a security project. We help you decide which level you need and what it will take.
Learn more ›IT Managers
Information and cyber security is often the largest part of a DISP project. We turn the requirements into a clear technical plan.
Learn more ›Why DISP Membership?
Meet Defence Requirements
Meet the security requirements set in Defence tenders, contracts and prime supply chains.
Trusted Supplier
Show primes and Defence that your business protects their information.
Stronger Security
Improve the security of your people, premises and systems.
DISP membership shows you meet Defence’s security requirements. It does not guarantee a contract.
FAQ
What is DISP?
The Defence Industry Security Program (DISP) is run by the Department of Defence. It sets the security standards Australian businesses must meet to work on Defence projects, contracts and tenders that involve security requirements.
Who needs DISP membership?
Businesses whose Defence contracts or prime contractors require it, businesses that handle classified Defence information, and businesses that need to store Defence weapons or explosive ordnance or sponsor security clearances.
Which DISP level do I need?
It depends on the information you handle. Entry Level covers up to OFFICIAL: Sensitive, Level 1 covers PROTECTED, Level 2 covers SECRET and Level 3 covers TOP SECRET. Most suppliers start with Entry Level.
Does DISP membership cost anything?
Defence does not charge a membership fee. The costs come from putting the required security measures in place and keeping them running.
Book a Free DISP Consult
Talk to us about your Defence contract requirements and which DISP level fits your business.