Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 10 February 2026
401. Deputy Malcolm Byrne asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance the number of staff directly responsible for cybersecurity, as distinct from IT, within his Department; if a threat analyst, vulnerability manager and a cyber infrastructure engineer are employed; if not in-house, if this work is outsourced; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9430/26]
View answerI wish to advise the Deputy that the majority of ICT systems and related associated services for my department are provided by the Office of the Government Chief Information Officer (OGCIO), a division of the Department of Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Public Service Reform and Digitalisation.
For operational and security reasons, we do not disclose specific information relating to cybersecurity tools, expenditure, resources, or the detailed strategies employed to counter cyber threats.
OGCIO continually enhance and strengthen ICT security to mitigate against emerging threats, risks, vulnerabilities and cybersecurity attacks.
My Department and OGCIO also work closely with the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), which monitors, detects and responds to cyber security incidents in the State, and builds resilience in IT systems with particular emphasis on critical infrastructure and Government.
My Department is committed to maintaining a robust and resilient cybersecurity posture. All staff are kept up to date on evolving cyber security threats and are required to complete annual cybersecurity awareness training.
