Highly accomplished executive with over two decades of comprehensive experience in establishing, optimising, and overseeing robust governance frameworks, enterprise risk management, and regulatory compliance across diverse sectors. Recognised for success in leading high-stakes risk mitigation strategies, driving organisational integrity, and enhancing resilience through strategic governance initiatives for globally recognised organisations and government agencies. Possessing a deep understanding of corporate governance principles, global risk frameworks (including Australian Defence protocols), and regulatory landscapes. A collaborative, decisive, and solutions-oriented leader adept at executive and board-level engagement and stakeholder alignment.
Spearhead the strategic design and execution of integrated governance, risk, integrity, and compliance programs across the state, ensuring an agile, fit-for-purpose, and legislation-compliant operational framework.
Develop and maintain robust, legislation-compliant risk and governance frameworks, enabling responsive and bespoke solutions in a dynamic regulatory landscape.
Serve as a primary advisor to the Board and senior leadership, providing expert guidance on governance best practices, incident management, and critical stakeholder coordination.
Drive a culture of integrity and accountability by overseeing cross-functional investigations and implementing high-impact safeguarding responses that align with organizational governance principles.
Global Manager, Enterprise Risk Management
Kellogg Brown & Root (KBR)
01.2022 - 01.2023
Developed and implemented comprehensive enterprise risk management frameworks to identify, assess, and manage risks across global operations, ensuring alignment with organizational governance.
Ensured stringent compliance with global regulations and internal policies by establishing robust monitoring mechanisms for risk management practices.
Cultivated a pervasive risk-aware culture through extensive collaboration with stakeholders, embedding risk considerations into strategic decision-making processes.
Contributed to governance over business continuity planning, enabling timely crisis response and recovery while safeguarding corporate interests and strategic objectives.
Directed regional security operations, ensuring alignment with corporate governance frameworks and international security standards.
Played a pivotal role in the development and review of security policies and procedures, integrating best practices and regulatory compliance into KBR's operational security posture.
Provided expert security and risk-related advice to executive leadership and staff across global operations, ensuring informed decision-making regarding protective security measures.
Championed an intelligence-led, risk-based approach to security, contributing to robust governance over security practices and risk mitigation strategies.
Applied deep expertise in international risk management standards, including Orange Book (UK), COSO (USA), Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF Australia), Information Security Manual (ISM), Defence Security Principles Framework (DSPF), and Defence Industry Security Program (DISP) to enhance organizational security governance.
Senior Resilience Specialist
Air-Services Australia
01.2019 - 01.2020
Led the design and implementation of the Enterprise Business Resilience solution, ensuring seamless interoperability with existing Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) frameworks.
Developed and operationalized comprehensive governance frameworks for Business Continuity Management and Crisis/Emergency Management across Australia.
Ensured strict compliance with global standards in all resilience initiatives, including staff training and COVID-19 response protocols.
Manager Business Continuity, Disaster Avoidance and Recovery
TAFE NSW
01.2017 - 01.2019
Initiated and operated an ISO-compliant governance framework encompassing information security, enterprise risk management, business continuity, and disaster recovery, adhering to global best practices.
Conceived and implemented a comprehensive Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) framework and an ICT Business Continuity Management Program, addressing critical operational needs.
Integrated the business continuity management lifecycle through a robust testing program for systems and applications, ensuring ISO compliance and enhancing organizational resilience.
Executive Officer
Defence Force School of Policing - Australian Defence Force
01.2015 - 01.2017
Assumed leadership responsibilities, overseeing complex operations and ensuring project delivery aligned with strategic objectives and governance standards.
Directed emergency planning and exercises in collaboration with joint agencies, reinforcing organizational resilience and compliance protocols.
Implemented professional development training, fostering collaboration across defense and government sectors to uphold governance and professional standards.
Deputy Director, Directorate of Policing and Security
Royal Australian Navy
01.2012 - 01.2015
Responsible for introducing, ensuring compliance with, and establishing protective security governance measures and policy procedures across Royal Australian Navy security and policing operations.
Led a significant paradigm shift in policing and security, integrating advanced risk identification and security operations within a governance-driven framework.
Oversaw the successful execution of protective security requirements and risk assessments for high-profile events, demonstrating adherence to rigorous governance and security protocols.
Director of Maritime Security
Royal Australian Navy
01.2009 - 01.2012
Oversaw the physical security and risk posture across the Royal Australian Navy, establishing and ensuring compliance with the Protective Security Policy Framework through rigorous audit, training, and inspection.
Developed an enterprise-wide risk management policy and framework, significantly enhancing the protective security governance and posture of deployed fleet units.
Education
Graduate Diploma of Strategic Leadership -
Certificate of International Enterprise Risk Management -