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Email remains a primary communication channel for government agencies, often carrying sensitive information that requires the highest level of protection. Unfortunately, these domains are frequent targets for cybercriminals who attempt to impersonate trusted senders, steal data, or disrupt operations.
SGE protects government email communications through strict authentication and encryption standards.
By implementing SGE, agencies can:
In short, it isn’t just a technical requirement – it’s a vital step toward securing New Zealand’s government communications.
SGE is an email security framework mandated by the New Zealand government to protect email traffic. It replaces the SEEMail system (which will be retired in 2026) with a modern approach that’s better aligned with today’s cybersecurity needs.
SGE has been introduced to:
To fully understand the framework, it’s helpful to know the key email security protocols it uses:
These protocols work together to provide layered protection and significantly strengthen email security.
Book a demo or start a free trial to see how we simplify the implementation and management of these standards.
Compliance is mandatory for all New Zealand government agencies.
To achieve full compliance with the framework, organizations must implement:
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Failing to meet this deadline might result in:
While implementation might seem complex, the right tools and guidance can make the process effortless.
Sendmarc provides a comprehensive range of solutions to support your organization’s path to full enforcement:
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Secure Government Email (SGE) is New Zealand’s government-mandated email security framework. SGE uses industry-standard protocols – including Domain-based Message Authentication, Reporting, and Conformance (DMARC), Sender Policy Framework (SPF), and DomainKeys Identified Mail (DKIM) – to protect government communications from spoofing, phishing, and other email-based threats.
The SGE framework is being implemented to enhance email security across government agencies. It enhances overall protection, helps prevent phishing and spoofing attacks, and enables the retirement of the SEEMail service.
The deadline for full compliance with the SGE framework is October 2025. Organizations must have all required security protocols in place by this date to meet government mandates.
SGE is an improvement on the SEEMail system as it uses freely available security controls that enhance compatibility and protection.
Yes. Sendmarc offers a full range of resources and tools to support SGE implementation. These include automated DNS record management, secure transport configuration (MTA-STS and TLS-RPT), real-time monitoring, compliance dashboards, and expert guidance to help agencies achieve full compliance efficiently.
