moraitis-consulting-v2

ANZAC Day 2026

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 03:04:42 GMT

Lest We Forget

This Saturday, the 25 of April, we will pause to remember the courage, sacrifice, and mate ship of all those who have served and continue to serve.

From the shores of Gallipoli, to peacekeeping missions around the world, their legacy lives on in the freedoms we enjoy today.

We honour their bravery, reflect on their stories and give thanks.

Lest We Forget !

5 Year Work Anniversary

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 21:36:49 GMT

Congratulations Manzoor - 5 Years Work Anniversary!

Congratulations Manzoor Khan on your 5-year work anniversary with us as an ICT Business Analyst!

Your dedication, hard work, and professional attitude have made a real difference to NT Government ICT Projects. Thank you for your commitment and the value you bring every day.

Woman's History Month

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 07:00:47 GMT

International Woman's Day! :)

This Women’s History Month, we celebrate the strength and leadership of women across the Northern Territory — from women‑led businesses, leaders, innovators, community champions to senior government executives including our current Chief Minister.
At Moraitis Consulting, we’re proud to support inclusive workplaces, equal opportunities, and the next generation of women driving impact across our community.

Welcome Sophie Withnall - Business Development

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 07:11:54 GMT

Welcome to our Team!

Sophie is our Business Development Assistant at Moraitis Consulting and is currently studying a Bachelor of Business at Charles Darwin University, majoring in Strategic Marketing and Communication, and International Management and Logistics.

She brings a strong client-focused mindset, excellent interpersonal skills, and well-developed organisational and research capabilities. Sophie supports business growth through market research, marketing coordination, and identifying new business opportunities, while working closely with clients, partners and internal teams.

She has a strong interest in developing marketing strategies aligned to business objectives and is committed to staying up to date with industry trends and emerging technologies. Sophie is motivated to continue developing her skills in a professional consulting environment and to contribute to sustainable growth and long-term partnerships.

Sophie can be contacted on email - sophie@m oraitisengineering.com.au

Welcome Neni Yuslaini - Recruitment Coordinator / Talent Acquisition

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 03:33:51 GMT

Welcome to our Team!

Neni is a Senior Technology Recruiter with over six years of experience supporting engineering, digital, and workforce hiring across consulting, enterprise, and project-based environments.

She has worked with organizations across Australia and Southeast Asia, partnering closely with stakeholders to deliver permanent and contract hires in fast-paced, time-critical settings.

With experience across agency, in-house, and embedded recruitment, Neni quickly understands hiring needs and delivers practical, high-quality recruitment outcomes. She will be key to us improving our recruitment processes and efficiencies.

Neni can be contacted on email - neni @moraitisengineering.com.au

Merry XMAS and New Year 2026

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 05:24:06 GMT

Merry XMAS & Best Wishes for 2026!

On behalf of Moraitis Consulting, we wish you a very Merry Christmas and our best wishes for the festive season and the year ahead.

We appreciate our partnerships and thank you for your support and collaboration throughout 2025.

We look forward to continuing our work together and achieving further success in 2026.

Warm Regards,

Alex Moraitis

Director

2025 Team XMAS Function

Sat, 29 Nov 2025 05:06:21 GMT

2025 Team XMAS Function

A great team xmas function last night!
A small turn out, and as a result a small bar tab, but we had several folk away. But…. Another successful year for the Moraitis team.
-Our team have won NT Local Business Awards for Excellent Consultants – A credit to all of our staffs professional work on NT critical projects!
-Our business has been awarded 2x new panel contracts allowing continuity of service for another 3-5 years. A credit to our team's professionalism
-Best wishes for Manzoor’s birthday and his long vacation he is embarking with family
I, Alex won the Movember competition ��
-Moraitis are looking to recruit an onsite recruitment specialist in 2026, enabling improved local customer relations and to support our growing recruitment requirements planned for 2026.
- Acacia CCSRP program delivering go-live across NT Hospitals now including Darwin Emergency Dept, an amazing journey and result for NT Health.
- And last but not least, a farewell to our long-term employees Scott Seabrook (7+ years) and Ian McLaren (6+ years) who have delivered amazing results for the NT across the Health and Policing Programs and were also role models in representing a professional way of working within Government.

Looking forward to another year partnering with you all and delivering more success for the NT community and developing careers.

7 Years of Service- Madhu Pendyala

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 21:42:14 GMT

Congratulations Madhu!

We are proud to recognize Madhu Pendyala on reaching 7 years with Moraitis Consulting, working within NT Government’s Core Clinical Renewal Program

Throughout this time, Madhu has exemplified commitment, selflessness, and professionalism—consistently going above and beyond to support colleagues and contribute to the success. His dedication has strengthened our team and created a lasting positive impact across the organization and community.

Please join us in congratulating Madhu on this milestone and thanking him for his outstanding contribution.

WINNERS! NT Local Business Awards

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 23:01:05 GMT

Darwin NT Local Business Awards - 6th September 2025

Congratulations to our team!

We were announced WINNERS of the NT Business Awards for ‘Outstanding Consultants’ under category ‘Business Consulting’.
A credit to all of our professional staff involved in client projects and internal client facing operations.
I’m very proud of this achievement and our professional team!
Thanks for everyone’s continued professional work ethic and thanks Donald Cole for representing us on the night whilst I was undertaking my kids footy coaching awards night.

Nightcliff Tigers U18 Girls Premiers 2023-24

pedro@moraitisengineering.com.au (Pedro Najera) — Mon, 25 Mar 2024 05:41:08 GMT

Moraitis Consulting Congratulates Nightcliff Tigers Under 18 Girls Team

In the world of sports, triumphs are not just about winning games; they are about fostering community, promoting inclusion, and supporting the aspirations of young athletes. Last Friday, March 15, 2024, marked an important occasion for the Nightcliff Tigers Under 18 Girls team as they obtained the grand final victory, securing their place as the Premiers of the 2023-24 season. Among the many supporters cheering them on, Moraitis Consulting stands proud as a sponsor of two of their players, and we extend our deepest congratulations to the entire team on their remarkable achievement.

Moraitis Consulting is honoured to sponsor the Arnhem Crows Football Association Inc. from the Community of Barunga. The Arnhem Crows Sporting Association Inc. provides financial and administrative help to teams and individuals, enabling them to participate in Katherine and Darwin competitions. For the 2023-24 NTFL season, Tynequa and Meisha, two talented players part of the Arnhem Crows Football Association Inc., travelled to Darwin every week to play in the Premier League, Under18 level for the Nightcliff Tigers Under 18 Girls team.

As we celebrate Tynequa, Meisha, and the Nightcliff Tigers' victory, we remain committed to supporting community well-being, cultural resilience, and a more inclusive sporting landscape.

Congratulations once again to the Nightcliff Tigers Under 18 Girls team. We are very proud to have been a part of the journey and look forward to continuing to support the Arnhem Crows Sporting Association Inc.

Ensuring a Cyber-Safe Christmas with Moraitis Consulting!

pedro@moraitisengineering.com.au (Pedro Najera) — Mon, 27 Nov 2023 02:42:56 GMT

As the Christmas holiday season approaches, the festive cheer brings with it an unfortunate surge in cyber threats. In today's interconnected world, online shopping has become a commonplace way to make purchases during this joyous time. However, the rise in cybercrime necessitates an increased awareness of these threats and a commitment to safe online shopping practices.

Cyber Threats on the Rise

According to the latest Annual Cyber Threat Report, cybercrime has surged by 13% compared to the previous year, with online shopping fraud standing out as one of the most reported issues. Moraitis Consulting, your trusted partner in cybersecurity, urges Australian businesses and individuals to shop smartly and securely this Christmas.

Understanding the Risks

Cybercriminals employ various tactics, from setting up fake retailer websites to selling non-existent products. Once they have your personal or payment details, the consequences can be dire. Your hard-earned money may vanish, and the promised goods may never arrive.

Our Top Tips for Secure Online Shopping

Protect yourself with our security tips to make sure your online shopping experience is secure.

Secure Devices for Shopping: Ensure your devices have the latest updates and connect to trusted networks, such as your home Wi-Fi or cellular (4G/5G) connection, rather than public Wi-Fi.
Protect Your Payment Information: Use multi-factor authentication (MFA) and strong, unique passphrases. Consider using a password manager to generate and store secure passphrases.
Choose Trusted Sellers: Research and stick to well-known, reputable businesses.
Recognize Warning Signs: Be cautious of extremely low prices, payments through direct bank deposits, and online stores that are very new or have limited information about delivery, return and privacy policies can all be signs of a scam.
Use Secure Payment Methods: Never pay by direct bank deposits, money transfers, or digital currencies such as Bitcoin. Opt for PayPal or your credit card. Consider setting up a second card with a low credit limit specifically for online shopping to minimise financial losses if your card details are compromised.
Beware of Suspicious Contacts: Be aware of any strange phone calls, messages, or emails related to online orders. If in doubt, reach out to the store using the details on their official website.
Guard Against Fake Delivery Scams : Stay vigilant while waiting for your goods. Cybercriminals may send fake parcel delivery notifications with links that could lead to malware. If in doubt, contact the seller or courier company using the details on their official website. Scamwatch has examples of fraudulent text messages.
Take Additional Precautions: Limit the amount of personal information you provide on websites. Ask yourself if the website really needs the extra information or an account to complete the transaction.

What You Can Do

Visit the Australian Cyber Security Centre website for more information. Remember, the Australian Cyber Security Hotline (1300 CYBER1) is available 24/7 for advice and incident reporting.

Moraitis Consulting: Your Cybersecurity Ally

For comprehensive cyber security assistance, feel free to contact us. Moraitis Consulting is here to support your cyber security needs

Cyber Security Awareness Month 2023

pedro@moraitisengineering.com.au (Pedro Najera) — Mon, 09 Oct 2023 03:39:59 GMT

October is Cyber Security Awareness Month, a time for everyone to enhance their cyber security knowledge and take proactive steps to safeguard their information and devices.

This international initiative aims to raise awareness of the importance of cyber practices and and presents an ideal opportunity to take action to secure your information and devices.

Cyber threats facing small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs)

Small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) are particularly susceptible to cyber security risks. Limited resources, expertise, and infrastructure, as well as a lack of awareness and training, make them vulnerable. Many inadvertently engage in risky practices like clicking on suspicious emails, using easily guessable passwords, or neglecting timely software updates. These actions can inadvertently open doors to cyber attackers.

Cyber threats facing individuals

Individuals, much like SMBs, utilize devices (computers, mobile phones, tablets, and other internet-connected devices) and accounts (email, banking, shopping, social media, gaming, etc.) daily, leaving them exposed to a range of cyber threats in today's digital age. Some of the most prevalent threats include, but are not limited to, phishing attacks, identity theft, data breaches, and online scams.

Moraitis Consulting Joins the Cyber Security Awareness Month Campaign: Be Cyber Wise, Don't Compromise

Moraitis Consulting proudly participates in this year's Cyber Security Awareness Month campaign, themed 'Be cyber wise, don't compromise.' We strongly encourage individuals and businesses to adopt four simple steps to become cyber-wise:

Actions at Moraitis Consulting

At Moraitis Consulting we implement all of the above recommendations, plus we ensure our business’s policies and procedures comply with the cybersecurity framework The Essential Eight Maturity Model developed by the Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC).

The Essential Eight Maturity Model is designed to help organisations improve their cybersecurity posture by focusing on eight essential strategies that mitigate cyber threats. These strategies are based on the Centre for Internet Security (CIS) Controls, which are a set of best practices for securing information systems and data.

Here are the eight essential strategies outlined in the Essential Eight Maturity Model:

Application Whitelisting: This involves only allowing approved applications to run on systems. By preventing unauthorised software from executing, organisations can reduce the risk of malware infections.
Patch Applications: Keeping software applications up-to-date with the latest security patches helps in addressing known vulnerabilities. Cybercriminals often target outdated software to exploit security flaws.
Configure Microsoft Office Macro Settings: Cybercriminals frequently use malicious macros in Microsoft Office documents to deliver malware. Configuring correct macro settings can prevent these malicious macros from running.
User Application Hardening: Restricting the use of unnecessary and potentially vulnerable functionalities within applications can minimise the attack surface. By disabling unnecessary features, organisations can reduce the risk of exploitation.
Restrict Administrative Privileges: Limiting administrative privileges ensures that only authorised users have access to critical system settings. This reduces the potential impact of malware or malicious activities.
Patch Operating Systems: Just like patching applications, it's crucial to keep the operating systems up-to-date. Security patches are regularly released to address vulnerabilities in operating systems.
Multi-Factor Authentication: Implementing multi-factor authentication (MFA) adds an extra layer of security by requiring users to provide multiple forms of identification before accessing accounts or systems. This significantly enhances security, especially in case of stolen or weak passwords.
Daily Backups: Regularly backing up important data is essential. In the event of a ransomware attack or data loss, having up-to-date backups ensures that critical information can be restored without paying a ransom.

The Essential Eight Maturity Model is not a one-size-fits-all approach. SMBs are encouraged to assess their specific cybersecurity risks, capabilities, and resources, and tailor the implementation of these strategies according to their needs. By adopting these essential strategies, at Moraitis Consulting we can enhance our cybersecurity defences against a wide range of cyber threats.

Additional Recommended Actions

Cybercrime on the Rise: Take Action

Cybercrime reports are increasing, but by taking these simple steps, everyone can play a part in making Australia the most secure place to connect online. The Australian Cyber Security Centre's Annual Threat Report for 2021-22 revealed a 13% rise in reported cybercrimes compared to the previous year. Frauds, online shopping, and online banking comprised over half of all reports.

If you are concerned about your cyber security, explore resources and guidance from the Australian Cyber Security Centre , where you can find resources and valuable information about how to be cyber-safe.

For comprehensive cyber security assistance, feel free to contact us. Moraitis Consulting is here to support your cyber security needs .

ACS NT 2023 Annual Golf Day!

pedro@moraitisengineering.com.au (Pedro Najera) — Mon, 17 Jul 2023 04:39:44 GMT

Moraitis Consulting proudly participated in the anticipated Australian Computer Society (ACS) NT Annual Golf Day, demonstrating our commitment to the ICT industry in the NT.

Moraitis Consulting's team arrived at the Gardens Park Golf Links Golf Course, eager to engage in this social event and connect with industry professionals. It was truly a pleasure to see ICT professionals from various backgrounds coming together to share their passion for golf and forge new connections.

The event provided the perfect platform for our team to connect with ICT professionals, individuals, organisations, business owners, and government representatives. Engaging in insightful conversations, Moraitis Consulting fostered new relationships and showcased Moraitis Consulting's dedication to collaboration.

Participating in the ACS NT Annual Golf Day was an excellent opportunity to demonstrate Moraitis Consulting’s commitment to support activities to maintain good relationships and foster new relationships within the ICT industry. We extend our sincere gratitude to the ACS team for their efforts in organising this event, and we look forward to participating in future opportunities to contribute to the growth and success of the ICT industry in the NT.

2023 Australian Masters Indoor Cricket Championships

pedro@moraitisengineering.com.au (Pedro Najera) — Tue, 13 Jun 2023 03:45:02 GMT

Moraitis Consulting proudly sponsored the NT Women's Cricket team in the recent 2023 Australian Masters Indoor Cricket Championships held at the Palmerston Indoor Sports Centre from May 20th to 27th.

The Australian Masters Indoor Cricket Championships was held in the Northern Territory for the first time in 20+ years, drawing the participation of 25 teams across five divisions, including Women's Over 30 and Men's Over 35, 40, 45, and 50 categories.

This partnership between Moraitis Consulting and the NT Women's team showcased their commitment to advancing women in sports, fuelling grassroots cricket, and fostering a culture of excellence and camaraderie.

Moraitis Consulting demonstrates with this sponsorship its dedication to gender equality and encourages girls and women to pursue their passion for cricket or any sport and break down gender barriers within the sport.

NT Digital Excellence Awards

cloudapps@captovate.com.au (Michael Hawkes) — Mon, 13 Dec 2021 04:37:37 GMT

Moraitis Consulting is a proud sponsor of the 2020 and 2021 NT Digital Excellence Awards hosted by the Hon. Paul Kirby at Parliament House in Darwin.

The awards celebrate individuals and organisations for outstanding digital achievement and innovation in the NT, and is the premier ICT event of the year.

ACS NT Panel Session

Fri, 05 Nov 2021 14:05:20 GMT

A Day in the Life of an ICT Professional.

Students heard from four ICT professionals about what a day in their role looks like, to help them gain insights into what working in the ICT industry actually looks like, and what to expect once they enter the workforce.

Our HR and Business Development Manager Seraiah Smith had the opportunity to speak with ICT students at CDU at the ACS (Australian Computer Society) NT Panel Session.

It was wonderful to connect with students and hear more about other professionals in the industry. We appreciate the opportunity to speak with the up-and-coming ICT professionals.

CDU ICT Code Fair

cloudapps@captovate.com.au (Michael Hawkes) — Tue, 26 Oct 2021 14:05:20 GMT

2020 and 2021 Sponsor

Moraitis Consulting is proud to support the CDU IT CodeFair 2021 as a Bronze sponsor. The CDU IT Code Fair 2021 was held on Thursday the 2nd of December at the Hilton Doubletree, Darwin NT.

The CDU IT Code Fair 2021 encourages and advocate students to share and apply their IT knowledge and skills to solve real-world problems. The event challenged students with competitions and real-time opportunities to highlight their passion and skills to develop practical solutions.

This event is also an occasion for industry, government, and students to network and learn the quality of work produced at Charles Darwin University. Furthermore, it is an excellent opportunity to meet the students entering the ICT industry.

For Moraitis Consulting, the CDU IT Code Fair 2021 is an opportunity to confirm our commitment to the ICT industry in the Northern Territory.

QLD Primary School Robotics

cloudapps@captovate.com.au (Michael Hawkes) — Thu, 14 Oct 2021 14:05:20 GMT

Moraitis Consulting were a proud sponsor of the Coolum Primary Carnival STEM Robotic Activities Tent.

STEM education is the intentional integration of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, and their associated practices to create a student-centred learning environment in which students investigate and engineer solutions to problems.

The Robotic activities tent was managed by the schools STEM department in aim of participation with robot coding and automation of movement.

The STEM Robotic Activities Tent provided the students an opportunity to learn about robot coding and automation in a fun and interactive environment.

PAWS Darwin Sponsor

cloudapps@captovate.com.au (Michael Hawkes) — Tue, 12 Oct 2021 01:08:56 GMT

Moraitis Consulting are a proud sponsor of PAWS Darwin . The PAWS Darwin Community Vet was a recent finalist in the NT Community Achievement Awards.

Our HR and Business Development Manager Seraiah Smith attended the Halloween Spooktakular to promote adoption of black dogs and cats who aren't as popular. There was a kids and pet dress up competition, raffles, sausage sizzle, cake stall and jumping castle. PAWS Darwin is always looking for volunteers to help in the shelter or dog walking on the weekend, donations of food, funds, and other animal care products, fosters and families for the animals furever homes are always welcome.

They are a local not-for-profit with an amazing team of people saving the lives of animals every day. Check out what they do online and see updates on their Facebook.

If you are in ICT and happy to donate some time to help with their computers, it would be greatly appreciated. Please get in touch with them via the website .