FIFTH DOMAIN Appoints Michael Callaghan as Executive Director

Canberra, September 17, 2024 – FIFTH DOMAIN, a leader in cyber readiness and skills development technologies, is pleased to announce the appointment of Michael Callaghan as Executive Director. With over 15 years of experience leading digital and commercial teams and as a venture capital investor, Michael brings a wealth of expertise that will drive FIFTH DOMAIN's expansion into the broader business market. 

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In his new role, Michael will spearhead FIFTH DOMAIN's commercial strategies and bring its innovative products to a broader customer set. His appointment comes at a pivotal time as the company continues to scale its offerings beyond the defence and government sectors to address the growing demand for skilled cyber professionals across diverse industries.

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"I am impressed by the product that the FIFTH DOMAIN team has built here in Australia,” said Michael Callaghan. “FIFTH DOMAIN's commitment to solving global challenges around cyber skills shortages, engagement, and developing skilled resources to build a cyber ready workforce is critical to ensuring our economy and Australia remain cyber ready. I look forward to helping the product reach the commercial market after many years of proudly supporting the defence and government sectors," added Michael.

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Michael's appointment reflects FIFTH DOMAIN's ongoing commitment to addressing the pressing need for cyber skills development across all sectors. His strategic insight and experience along with his wider exposure during his time within early-stage venture capital will help bridge the gap between FIFTH DOMAIN's proven solutions and the business community's growing need for accelerating the recruitment, onboarding and continuous development of its cyber security workforce.

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Matt Wilcox, CEO of FIFTH DOMAIN, commented on the appointment: "I have worked closely with Michael for the past year as an investor and am pleased he has agreed to join us at this crucial time. As we start to scale and expand our offering into the wider market, Michael's commercial acumen and strategic vision will be invaluable to our growth journey."

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Michael's leadership will further strengthen FIFTH DOMAIN's mission to empower organizations and professionals with the skills needed to face today's complex cyber landscape. As the demand for cyber-ready talent continues to grow, FIFTH DOMAIN remains at the forefront, delivering an easily accessible, subscription-based platform for organizations to build the needed cyber workforce.  All within an engaging CTF style challenge and competition environment for users.

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About FIFTH DOMAIN

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FIFTH DOMAIN is an Australian sovereign leader in cyber workforce technologies, dedicated to helping organizations and individuals thrive in a rapidly changing cyber landscape. The FIFTH DOMAIN platform offers simulated, hands-on tasks, expert-led courses, competitions, and personalized training pathways, empowering cyber teams and professionals with the skills needed to tackle today’s cyber threats.

As cyber threats evolve and asymmetric risks grow, talented cyber operators are the best defence. FIFTH DOMAIN is a trusted partner, and its platform is a secret weapon in the race to attract, train, and retain top cyber talent. Whether supporting cyber managers in building capable teams or helping individuals elevate their skills, FIFTH DOMAIN ensures they are ready for the challenges ahead.

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Get cyber ready with FIFTH DOMAIN.

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