Principal Security Consultant

Prescott Pym

As Principal Security Consultant at Cosive, I leverage over 25 years of experience in managing Security Operations Centres and Cyber Threat Intel programs globally. I’ve been deployed on major projects across Australia, India, Japan, Germany, Switzerland, and the USA. In my role, I focus on helping organisations unlock value in their SOC and CTI programs, levering Cosive SaaS offerings, such as CloudMISP, MalwareZoo, and Antifraud. I am passionate about fostering growth and collaboration within the cyber industry, contributing to Cosive’s mission of sharing knowledge and supporting broader communities for the greater good.

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Security Operations

Australia’s New Gateway Security Guidance: What Leaders & SOC Teams Should Know

On 24 July 2025, the Australian Department of Home Affairs released a major update to its Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF) as part of the Commonwealth Uplift Reforms, overhauling how government agencies secure their internet gateways. Gateways are the boundary systems controlling traffic between an organisation and the outside world. This update replaces the old Gateway Security Policy with a new, mandatory Gateway Security Standard, which sets minimum security standards that Commonwealth entities must apply for gateway capabilities. In tandem, the Australian Signals Directorate’s Cyber Security Centre (ASD’s ACSC) published updated guidance to align with the new standard and reflect modern security practices. As someone immersed in the challenges of government gateway security at Verizon for over 14 years, I believe the recent advice marks a dramatic shift in approach.

Podcast

Episode #009 - Threat Sharing Communities with Prescott Pym

Cosive Principal Consultant and CTI expert Prescott Pym discusses the how and why of threat sharing communities, including CTIS, the Australian Signals Directorate's national threat sharing program. You'll learn how to get involved in your first threat sharing community, and why you might consider joining a national threat sharing program like CTIS.

Company News

Meet Prescott Pym, Principal Security Consultant at Cosive

In this interview, we sit down with Prescott Pym, a cybersecurity expert with over 25 years of experience in both government and enterprise sectors. Based in Canberra, Prescott has built a career around InfoSec, drawn to the dynamic challenges of the field since his early exposure to technology in the 80s. Now, as a consultant at Cosive, he helps organizations strengthen their security operations and CTI programs. Beyond his professional life, Prescott is deeply committed to his community and family, balancing a demanding career with personal growth. In this conversation, he reflects on his journey, shares insights into the cybersecurity industry, and offers advice for those looking to break into the field.