Government grants are available for Australian businesses in the cyber security sector. Programs span federal and state governments, offering funding for growth, innovation, infrastructure and workforce development.
What these grants can fund
- Business expansion and capital investment
- Equipment and infrastructure upgrades
- Workforce training and skills development
- Technology adoption and innovation
- Export and market development
Common eligibility requirements
- Registered Australian business with a valid ABN
- Must be operating in the relevant sector
- Matching co-contribution may be required
- Some programs have employee or turnover thresholds
Eligibility varies by program. Always check the official source before applying.
Available programs
Showing 5 of 5Provides funding to help Australian businesses and researchers collaborate with global partners on strategically focused, leading-edge research and development. Grants support projects in priority areas including advanced manufacturing, food and agribusiness, medical technologies and pharmaceuticals, mining equipment, oil and gas, and cyber security.
Funding for Australian small to medium sized businesses to build industrial capabilities aligned with Defence's Sovereign Industrial Capability Priorities. Grants support projects including capital equipment purchases, specialist software for cyber security, design, engineering, and workforce training activities.
Provides competitive grants to eligible entities for research projects in science fields with national impact that support community participation. Funds projects that engage the public as citizen scientists in scientifically valid research while building skills and scientific literacy across Australia.
A grant program supporting feasibility studies for cyber security solutions aligned with the Australian Cyber Security Strategy. The program funds organizations to develop and validate innovative approaches to addressing cyber security challenges.
A strategic, sector-based program providing support to Australian businesses and researchers in 6 priority industry sectors. Support includes workshops, training, advice, collaboration opportunities, networking, researcher connections, international tradeshow participation, and project funding.
Grant information is sourced from official government websites and updated regularly. Program details, eligibility and closing dates change — always verify with the official source before applying. Last data update: February 2026.