Government and Public Service Consulting Firm Create a better future with responsive and tailored solutions to the most complex challenges facing government entities Across Australia, government departments and agencies are responsible for delivering essential services, supporting economic growth, protecting national and community interests, and maintaining public infrastructure. In doing so, they face significant challenges— demonstrating high standards of governance and performance, effectively managing complex and unique risks, safeguarding sensitive data, managing large-scale reforms, preventing fraud and misconduct, and meeting the rising expectations of citizens.Federal government and state governments must also navigate evolving policy priorities, compliance obligations, and scrutiny around the value and impact of public spending. The need for transparent decision-making, mature program delivery, and integrity-led transformation has never been greater. Protiviti, a government consulting firm in Australia, understands the unique landscape of Australian public administration. Our public sector consulting engagements are tailored to government needs, combining deep local insight with specialist expertise and practical, end-to-end solutions. We support government leaders across Australia to deliver confidently, govern effectively, and create measurable public value. What we do Our services Sectors we serve Leadership Insights Our government consulting experts are ready to work closely with you to provide tailored solutions in: Pro Briefcase Internal audit Our strategic internal audit sourcing models in Australia deliver specialised talent, proven methodology, and innovative technology to meet the evolving needs of internal audit functions ranging from full outsourced solutions and delivery centres to tactical staff-augmentation. Pro Building office Organisational planning and development Drive agency transformation through business strategy improvement, change management, business performance reviews, and business continuity planning. performance management, and workforce capabilities. We provide expert guidance business process reengineering, and disaster recovery to improve operational efficiency. Pro Document Consent Corporate governance & strategy Strengthen your corporate governance with Protiviti by optimising board performance, evaluating governance structures, and ensuring policy compliance. Assess strategic objectives, conduct process reviews, and implement fraud prevention strategies to enhance decision-making, transparency, and accountability. Pro Document Files Portfolio program and project management Build and optimise your portfolio project, program and portfolio management (P3M) functions for successful project and business outcomes with Protiviti. Select appropriate tools, resources and people to plan and organise a project to execute on deliverables through a well-managed scope and schedule. Pro Document Stack Procurement and probity Build and optimise your portfolio project, program and portfolio management (P3M) functions for successful project and business outcomes with Protiviti. Select appropriate tools, resources and people to plan and organise a project to execute on deliverables through a well-managed scope and schedule. Pro Document Folder Privacy advice and assurance Deliver expert guidance on privacy risk, compliance, and information handling aligned with the Privacy Act and Australian Government frameworks. Support the design, implementation, and assessment of privacy programs, impact assessments, and controls. Pro Location Globe Risk management Protiviti Australia helps government assess risk and develop tech-enabled solutions to manage risk in an agile manner and minimise potential losses. From risk program design, to independent reviews and assurance, we ensure continuous monitoring and improvement. Pro Document Prossonal Project / Program assurance Provide independent, risk-focused assurance over complex projects and programs in Australia, ensuring they stay on track to deliver outcomes. Assess governance, risk management, delivery effectiveness, and control maturity across the lifecycle to increase stakeholder confidence and reduce delivery risk. Who we serve Federal government Through the assurance, transformation and uplift of people, processes, and platforms, we help Australian Government departments, agencies and Government Business Entities deliver transparent, secure, modern, and citizen-centered services. Our federal government consulting services are designed to support national priorities—enhancing program delivery, strengthening governance, improving performance and embedding digital and operational capability across portfolios. We work closely with the Australian Public Service to improve performance, enable compliance, and deliver valuable outcomes that reflect the expectations of government, Parliament, and the Australian public.Protiviti Australia are on the Whole of Australian Government Management Advisory Services Panel, Australian Government Digital Marketplace Panel and Australian National Audit Office Professional and Associated Services Panel. State government State governments across Australia are responsible for delivering essential public services including health, education, transport, justice, infrastructure and community support. These services are under increasing pressure to modernise, manage risk effectively, and deliver value in an environment of rising public expectations and fiscal constraint.Protiviti works with state departments, agencies and state-owned or funded corporations strengthen governance, uplift capability, and embed secure, fit-for-purpose solutions. Our public sector consulting services span digital transformation, internal audit, cyber uplift, and program assurance—tailored to the specific challenges and mandates of each jurisdiction. We’ve helped the New South Wales Government, Victorian Government, Queensland Government, ACT Government and governments in other states and territories deliver services that are accountable, resilient, and aligned to the needs of their communities. Leadership Rich Turley Rich is a Sydney-based managing director at Protiviti Australia, where he helps organisations enhance business value through technology-enabled risk and assurance solutions. He leads internal audit and risk advisory services for ASX-listed companies and major Australian ... Learn More Gihan Mallawaarachchi Gihan is a highly experienced public sector consultant with 18 years of professional services expertise in the provision of assurance, program and project management, probity and strategy consulting services to Australian Government entities. Gihan has a proven ... Learn More Tony Sanfrancesco Tony is a director at Protiviti Australia with over 10 years’ experience providing internal audit, project and program assurance for the federal government agencies. Tony has led teams to deliver both outsourced internal audit arrangements as well as providing assurance ... Learn More Shane Silva Shane leads Protiviti Australia's Canberra office, overseeing national technology assurance, project confidence, and data governance. With 20 years' experience, he advises government departments on system transformation and manages federal accounts across social ... Learn More Elly Maddy Elly is a director at Protiviti Australia and provides internal audit services to Federal and State government departments and agencies. Elly is known for her innovative problem-solving approach and for providing her clients with new approaches to their operational ... Learn More Lauren Brown Lauren is the country lead for Protiviti Australia. With over 14 years' experience in governance, risk, and internal control, she specialises across multiple industries including health, higher education, government, consumer products, and energy. She is an active ... Learn More Helen Nguyen Helen is a director at Protiviti Australia with over 14 years of experience and a strong track record in internal audit, program delivery and assurance and risk advisory across federal government, financial, publicly listed companies and private sector organisations. ... Learn More Ensuring successful public sector projects In the public sector, successful project delivery isn't just a goal - it's a necessity. By embedding confidence assessments and assurance activities, Protiviti Australia can effectively manage projects and ensure real value. With strong programme assurance, we safeguard against risks and lay the foundation for lasting public sector success. Get in touch with the Protiviti Australia team today. Featured insights BLOGS Protiviti's Perspectives on the Silver Review 5 min read This four-part blog series presents Protiviti’s perspectives on how the Victorian Public Service can turn the Silver Review from a cost‑cutting exercise into a system‑level reform opportunity that strengthens financial sustainability, digital... BLOGS Resetting the Victorian Public Service: What the Silver Review Means for VPS Leaders 9 min read Recent ransomware attacks and new SEC cyber disclosure rules have increased the focus on cyber resilience across nearly all industries. As a result, many companies have invested substantial resources to help manage and mitigate cybersecurity risk to... BLOGS Digitising the VPS: Shared Platforms, AI and the Responsibilities of Technology Leaders 10 min read Victorian Public Service (VPS) Chief Information Officers (CIOs) and Chief Technology Officers (CTOs) face a defining moment with the Silver Review. The Review positions digital transformation and AI as central to delivering sustainable savings and... BLOGS Silver Review Implications for VPS Financial Decision Makers: Guardrails, Savings and Financial Stewardship 10 min read Victorian Public Service (VPS) leaders are at the centre of the Silver Review’s implementation challenge. As the Review moves from recommendations to action, senior financial decisionmakers in departments and agencies – including CFOs – will be key... BLOGS Assuring the Silver Review Reforms – The Critical Role of Risk Management and Assurance 10 min read The Silver Review sets out an ambitious reform agenda for the Victorian Public Service (VPS) – reshaping workforce structures, consolidating entities, tightening fiscal settings, and accelerating digital and AI adoption. For Chief Risk and Audit... INSIGHTS PAPER Combating Ghost Students and Financial Aid Fraud in Higher Education: A Proactive Approach 7 min read In recent years, higher education institutions have faced a growing challenge from financial aid fraud, particularly through the phenomenon of “ghost students” – fictitious or non-attending individuals enrolled to extract financial aid funds. This... SURVEY Bridging the GENERATIONAL AI GAP: Unlocking productivity for all generations 6 min read Download Protiviti and LSE’s Generations Survey 2025 to explore how AI, Gen AI, and diverse teams are redefining productivity and leadership. SURVEY From Automation to Autonomy - The Capabilities and Complexities of AI Agents | AI Pulse - Vol.3 6 min read Protiviti's AI Survey 3.0 reveals organisations are using Agentic AI to enhance decisions, improve efficiency and shape the future. PODCAST FPS Podcast | CMMC Rule is Out - What Contractors Must Know With DOD Contracts 2 min read On September 10th, 2025 the "CMMC Final Rule" was published in CFR48. After about seven years of starts and stops, determining Level classifications, the number of controls and compliance needed, CMMC certification is now set to be in certain DOD... BLOGS Navigating Australia's Cybersecurity Obligations: SOCI, PSPF and the Essential Eight – A Strategic Guide for Government and Critical Infrastructure Organisations 18 min read As Australia confronts an evolving and intensifying cyber threat landscape, public and private sector entities are under increasing pressure to fortify their cyber resilience. Central to this effort are three frameworks that define the country's... BLOGS Rethinking Grants Management Delivery in Australia’s Public Sector 8 min read Fresh off the elections and under intense public scrutiny. government departments and public sector agencies must now deliver on hundreds of millions in funding commitments. The directive is clear: get the money out the door fast while delivering the... BLOGS Australian Public Sector Integrity Frameworks: Rebuilding Trust Amid Ongoing Scrutiny 9 min read In the wake of high-profile failures — ranging from unlawful debt recovery programs to politicised grant schemes and procurement missteps —the Australian government has rolled out a series of reforms, including the Australian Public Service (APS)... Previous Article Pagination Next Article A Healthcare Giant's Journey to Evaluate Risk, Strengthen Data Use Licensing Agreements with Third-Party Vendors Organisations should regularly monitor obligations and compliance within their third-party contract universe. Read More Will quantum computing be a game changer for governments? In this Interview, Joe Kornik, Editor-in-Chief of VISION by Protiviti, sits down with Konstantinos Karagiannis, Protiviti’s Director of Quantum Computing Services, to discuss quantum’s impact on the future of government, where the U.S. stacks up with the rest of the world, and how encryption and protecting sensitive and classified information will be paramount in the quantum era. Watch now Resource backfill, technology and process change drive state procurement improvements Many institutions in the public sector are faced with improving the efficiency and responsiveness of their services and operations to better serve stakeholders and the public. High turnover and lengthy recruiting cycles are creating both a loss of tribal knowledge and an influx of inexperienced resources, leading to significant delays in day-to-day operations. Read more Find out more about our federal and state government services.
