Stop reusing your passwords
Why one password everywhere is risky, and how a password manager solves it.
Download PDF: Guide 1, Stop reusing your passwordsPDF · A4 · 1 page · 69 KB
Home cyber security audits
Know what's on your home network, and who can get to it.
Independent, plain-English cyber security audits for homes and personal devices in Canberra and the surrounding region. Practical advice, no jargon, no scare tactics.
Your audit covers
- Router and Wi-Fi settings
- Every device on your network
- Passwords, accounts and two-step sign-in
- Smart home and IoT gadgets
- A plain-English report with next steps
Hands-on network engineeringDecades of experience building, running and fixing real networks.
Broadcast-grade reliabilityTechnical operations experience at major international sporting events.
Confidential by defaultYour network details are treated as private and confidential.
Services
What a home audit includes
A thorough look at the technology your household relies on, explained in plain English.
Router and Wi-Fi review
I check admin access, firmware, Wi-Fi encryption, guest networks and risky features, then fix or recommend changes.
Know your devices
A full inventory of everything connected to your network, so you can spot anything that shouldn't be there.
Accounts and passwords
Password manager setup, two-step sign-in and security keys for the accounts that matter most.
Smart home and IoT
Cameras, TVs and smart gadgets are often the weakest link. I help separate them from your computers and phones.
Scams and phishing
Plain-English guidance on recognising scams and what to do if something goes wrong.
An upgrade path
If your internet provider's modem is holding you back, I can recommend and set up better equipment for stronger Wi-Fi and proper network separation.
How it works
Four simple steps
Get in touch
Tell me what's worrying you, or just ask for the standard audit. We'll find a time that suits.
On-site visit
Up to 90 minutes at your home, going through your network, devices and settings with you.
Written report
A clear report in plain English: what's fine, what to fix, and what to do first.
Fixes and follow-up
Want a hand making the changes? Extra time is available at an hourly rate.
Pricing
Simple, fixed pricing
One clear price for the audit, so there are no surprises.
Home Network Audit
$250fixed price, including GST
- On-site visit of up to 90 minutes
- Router, Wi-Fi and device review
- Account and password guidance
- Written report with prioritised next steps
Need more time?
Anything beyond the 90 minutes, such as fixing issues or installing new equipment, is charged at $150 per hour including GST and agreed with you before I start.
Travel is included at no extra cost across Canberra, Queanbeyan, Yass and Bungendore.
About
Hi, I'm Tim
I've spent my career in IT and networking, from administering business networks and supporting IBM clients to running live international broadcast circuits and building a complete network from scratch for a regional business.
My first Olympics was Sydney 2000, where I was a network administrator in the Athletes Village for IBM. Since then I've worked behind the scenes at seven Olympic Games, including on the host broadcaster's technical operations team, where systems simply can't fail. Today I work in a government role with a security focus.
That work is what made me take privacy and network security seriously, and now I help everyday households do the same.
- Novell Certified Network Administrator
- Broadcast technical operations
- UniFi networks
APCSC is an independent business. It is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, IBM, the International Olympic Committee, any Olympic organising body, or any employer, past or present.
Free guides
Four free cyber hygiene guides
Plain-English guides you can read now, print out and share with family and friends. Each one covers a single topic with simple steps to follow.
A password alone isn't enough
Two-step login, passkeys and security keys: which kinds protect you best.
Download PDF: Guide 2, A password alone isn't enoughPDF · A4 · 1 page · 67 KB
Give smart devices their own Wi-Fi
Keep cameras, TVs and gadgets apart from your computers and phones, and visitors off your main network.
Download PDF: Guide 3, Give smart devices their own Wi-FiPDF · A4 · 1 page · 69 KB
Your data is the product
How loyalty programs, shops and big tech track you, and simple ways to take some control back.
Download PDF: Guide 4, Your data is the productPDF · A4 · 3 pages · 146 KB
These guides are general information, not personal advice. Prices mentioned are approximate. Printing and sharing them is welcome.
Security news
Latest from the cyber security world
Fresh headlines on new threats and vulnerabilities, updated automatically.
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Headlines are linked from their original publishers and are not written by APCSC. For official Australian alerts, visit cyber.gov.au.
Official resources
Free help from trusted Australian sources
Good advice is available for free. These are the places I point people to.
Australian Cyber Security Centre
The Australian Government's source of cyber security advice, alerts and guides for individuals and families.
Visit cyber.gov.auScamwatch
Learn how to spot scams, and how to report them if you've been targeted.
Visit scamwatch.gov.auIDCARE
Free, expert support if your identity has been stolen or your accounts have been compromised.
Visit idcare.orgAPCSC is an independent private business. It is not part of, endorsed by or affiliated with the Australian Government or the Australian Cyber Security Centre.
Contact
Book your home audit
Send a message and I'll get back to you to arrange a time that suits.
- Phone
- 0494 869 113
- cyber@apcsc.com.au
- Service area
- Canberra, Queanbeyan, Yass and Bungendore