The end of siloed security: reading between the lines of NZ’s cyber security strategy
New Zealand’s Cyber Security Strategy 2026–2030 signals a shift from siloed IT security to a system-level approach encompassing critical infrastructure, operational technology, and physical environments. Rather than introducing immediate regulation, the strategy focuses on building capability, improving coordination, and strengthening resilience across sectors. For organisations managing essential services, the key takeaway is clear: cyber risk now directly impacts real-world operations, requiring integrated security across IT, OT, and physical systems.