About SecureTrace
SecureTrace Analytics is an Australian cyber security consultancy specialising in cyber security services, cyber security training, and OSINT investigations for small and medium businesses.
Practical, Actionable & Defensible Cyber Security
Australian businesses face an increasing volume of cyber threats, from phishing and social engineering to fraud, insider risk, and reputational exposure. SecureTrace exists to close the gap between knowing risk exists and actually understanding what to do about it.
Many businesses know they need cyber security for businesses, but struggle to navigate confusing advice, technical jargon, or one-size-fits-all solutions. Our purpose is simple: provide clear, evidence-based cyber security consulting and intelligence that supports real business decisions.
We deliver:
- Cyber awareness training that employees actually understand
- Cyber security training programs that reduce human-driven incidents
- Cyber risk assessments that prioritise what truly matters
- OSINT investigations that uncover digital truths traditional checks miss
This approach allows organisations to reduce cyber risk early, rather than responding after damage has already occurred.
Cyber Security Expertise
Bernadette Sturgiss is the Founder of SecureTrace Analytics and a cyber security specialist supporting Australian businesses with OSINT investigations, digital risk assessments, and cyber security awareness training.
With a Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security Management from Swinburne University of Technology and a Bachelor of Science from the University of New England, Bernadette combines formal cyber security education with a structured investigative approach. Her work focuses on helping small and medium-sized businesses identify digital exposure, conduct due diligence, assess fraud and threat risks, and strengthen internal security practices.
Bernadette is known for translating complex cyber risks into clear, practical actions for business leaders. Her approach is evidence-based, discreet, and grounded in protecting operational integrity, reputation, and informed decision-making.
SecureTrace Analytics exists to help organisations identify risks early, before they become incidents.
Bernadette Sturgiss
Owner
Protected Australian Businesses
SecureTrace supports a wide range of Australian organisations that require trust, discretion, and defensible outcomes, including:
- HR and People & Culture teams managing secure hiring
- Legal firms requiring litigation support and investigations
- Investors and business owners conducting due diligence
- Healthcare and education providers protecting sensitive data
- Financial services managing fraud and compliance risk
- Professional services safeguarding client confidentiality
- Construction, trade, and operational businesses vetting contractors
Whether you’re a small family-owned business or a growing enterprise, our cyber security advisory services are scaled to your needs, not enterprise overheads.
Reduced Risk with Cyber Security Services
Cyber Security Training & Awareness
We deliver cyber security training for employees and leaders, including:
- Cyber security awareness training
- Phishing awareness training
- Social engineering awareness training
- Practical cyber security education programs for non-technical teams
Our cyber security training solutions focus on behaviour, not fear, helping staff recognise risk, respond correctly, and escalate issues early.
Risk Assessments & Threat Analysis
Our cyber risk assessments provide structured insight into:
- Cyber security risk analysis
- Cyber security threat assessment
- Cyber threat analysis
- Cyber risk intelligence for informed prioritisation
These assessments help organisations understand where their real exposure sits, not just where tools say it might be.
OSINT Investigations & Due Diligence
As specialist OSINT investigators, we conduct lawful, ethical OSINT investigations including:
- Online background checks
- Digital footprint analysis
- Investigative due diligence
- Fraud investigation services
- Litigation and investigative support
Our threat intelligence services and cyber threat intelligence services are designed for high-stakes decisions where assumptions are costly.
Our Approach
Ethical, Lawful & Evidence-Based
SecureTrace operates with a strong commitment to:
- Lawful OSINT methodologies
- Australian privacy and consent requirements
- Confidential handling of sensitive information
- Clear documentation and defensible reporting
We combine information security consulting, structured analysis, and commercial-grade OSINT tools to deliver findings that are accurate, repeatable, and suitable for executive, HR, or legal review. Our process is designed to withstand scrutiny, because in cyber security and investigations, credibility matters as much as capability.
Frequently Asked Questions
SecureTrace does not operate as a managed IT or software provider.
We provide intelligence-led assessments, investigations, and training engagements. However, we may recommend practical next steps or monitoring strategies depending on your situation.
We support a range of Australian organisations, including:
Professional services
SMEs and family businesses
Legal and advisory firms
Corporate leadership teams
Investment and acquisition groups
Our services are particularly valuable for businesses where trust, reputation, and decision-making risk are critical.
Confidentiality is central to our work.
We operate with structured handling procedures, secure communications, and strict data management protocols. Sensitive matters are treated discreetly and professionally, with reporting tailored for decision-makers only.
Many clients begin unsure whether they need:
An OSINT investigation
A digital risk assessment
Fraud analysis
Cyber security training
During a confidential consultation, we clarify:
The actual risk exposure
The decision you’re trying to make
Whether further investigation is necessary
There is no obligation — just structured clarity.
Yes. We provide structured investigative support for legal teams and internal dispute resolution processes, including documented OSINT findings and digital trail analysis.
Our role is to provide evidence-based insight, not legal advice.
SecureTrace Analytics does not sell software or managed IT services. We provide intelligence, clarity, and risk insight so you can make informed decisions without unnecessary technology purchases.
Cyber Security Expertise
Experience You Can Rely On
We bring advanced qualifications in cyber security management and real-world experience across high-risk environments. We understand the operational pressures facing Australian businesses and provide cyber security consulting that balances protection, practicality, and cost.
Unlike providers focused on selling software or long-term contracts, SecureTrace focuses on clarity, intelligence, and risk reduction putting you in control of your cyber security.
Talk to a Cyber Security Specialist
If you’re unsure where your risk sits, or which service is right for your situation, we’re happy to start with a confidential conversation. If it has been a while since you last considered your cyber security, it’s time to talk to a professional about the latest updates in the industry to protect your business.
We provide trusted cyber security services built for Australian SMBs who use clear, plain-English reporting for decision-makers. Whether you need ethical, lawful OSINT investigations or practical cyber security training for real-world teams, we demonstrate confidential, professional handling of every engagement.
We don’t aim to be the loudest voice in cyber security, we aim to be the most reliable one.