Insider Threat: The Trusted Worker with Ideological Challenges

Written by Timothy SlatteryWhat happens when someone inside the system, entrusted with national secrets, begins to see another country as their true allegiance?This is the dilemma posed by insider threats – trusted individuals who, whether by intent or negligence, cause harm to the organisations that rely on them.In this powerful episode, Timothy Slattery, a former senior national security official with 37 years of experience across Australia’s army, intelligence, and law enforcement sectors, explores a real-life case of divided loyalties within the Australian Defence Force. The story highlights how personal ideology can override professional obligations—even in the most trusted roles.Drawing on two years of ASIO investigations, Tribunal findings, and lessons from critical infrastructure reforms, Tim unpacks why this case matters not just to government, but to all sectors responsible for protecting sensitive information, systems, and people.🎙️ Narrated by Pentagram Advisory.Essential listening for leaders, security professionals, and anyone committed to understanding and mitigating insider risk.