Cyber Invest Business Program 2026/27 - Round 2

Closes in 94 daysSubmission deadline: 15 January 2027, 03:30 PM Australia/Darwin

About this tender

Overview The Cyber Invest Business Program is a Northern Territory Government initiative delivered by the Department of Corporate and Digital Development to support small to medium Territory businesses to improve their cybersecurity and resilience and protect against common cybersecurity threats and their impacts. The program provides support for Territory small and medium businesses to access professional services from Territory Enterprises to enhance their protection and resilience against cybersecurity threats, reduce the risk of compromise to their business systems and data, and avoid business disruption and reputational damage that can result from cyberattacks. Funding Approved grant applicants can receive funding of up to $20,000 to reimburse 50% of the cost of eligible services. Eligibility Who can apply? Businesses that: Are a Territory Enterprise Have a valid Australian Business Number (ABN) Are a legal entity (for profit or not for profit) Are a small to medium sized business with an annual turnover of less than $10 million How to Apply Before you apply Read the Cyber Invest Business Program Guidelines Read the General Terms and Conditions – Grants and Subsidies Complete the free ACSC Cyber Health Check to help determine your cyber security needs Choose an ICT or cyber security provider; you must select a provider that is a Territory enterprise Prepare your supporting materials, including a description of the project and an itemised quote Useful links Cyber Invest Business Program webpage Cyber Invest Business Program Guidelines General Terms and Conditions for Grants and Subsidies ACSC Cyber Health Check For further information, please refer to the Cyber Invest Business Program webpage. Enquiries Name: Grants Delivery and Systems, Department of Trade, Business and Asian Relations Phone: 1800193111 Email: business.programs@nt.gov.au

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