The Information Security Registered Assessors Program (IRAP) is the Australian Signals Directorate's endorsed assessment framework for organisations that store, process, or communicate Australian government information. CYDATA helps you prepare for a formal IRAP assessment so you enter the process confident, documented, and compliant.
Our readiness engagements are built on deep experience with the ASD Information Security Manual (ISM) and the Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF). We identify gaps early, remediate pragmatically, and assemble the evidence an IRAP assessor expects to see.
We evaluate your systems and controls against the ASD ISM, mapping existing coverage and highlighting the gaps that would surface during a formal assessment.
Findings are risk-scored and translated into a prioritised remediation roadmap with clear ownership, effort estimates, and milestones.
We develop and review the documentation an assessor requires — system security plans, security risk management plans, standard operating procedures, and incident response plans.
We run pre-assessment reviews and evidence walkthroughs so your team knows what to expect and can demonstrate controls effectively on assessment day.
Cloud service providers, managed service providers, and defence industry organisations handling Australian government data are commonly required to undergo IRAP assessment before systems can be authorised. Preparing thoroughly before engaging an IRAP assessor reduces cost, shortens timelines, and avoids failed assessments.
Whether you are entering the government market for the first time or maintaining an existing authorisation, CYDATA delivers the structure and expertise to make your IRAP assessment a success.