Rita Gatt Managing Director As Managing Director, Technology and Cybersecurity at Protiviti, Rita leads a dedicated team focused on solving complex organisational challenges, with a particular emphasis on leveraging data, AI and technology to do so. With over 20 years of experience navigating complex regulatory landscapes, strengthening security frameworks, and managing technology and data-driven risk, she has a proven track record of modernising businesses and enhancing performance at scale for some of the world’s most recognised brands.She is passionate about the future of technology and has contributed to national discussions on cyber resilience and quantum preparedness. Her enthusiasm lies in developing forward-thinking strategies that drive growth and productivity for Australia’s largest corporations. She thrives on translating visionary concepts into practical, results-oriented solutions, leveraging top-tier talent and strategic partnerships.As a leader, she is committed to fostering individual and professional success for her clients across financial services, government and telecommunications, ensuring they achieve impactful, lasting outcomes together. Her insights have been featured in leading publications such as The Australian Financial Review, and she was recently a finalist in Australia’s Women in Security Awards. She remains passionate about helping organisations build trust, resilience and confidence in an evolving risk and technology landscape.Areas of expertiseRegulation, security and riskCyber and data protectionRisk transformation and strategyFinancial risk and complianceTechnology and emerging riskIndustry expertiseFinancial servicesGovernment and public sectorTelecommunicationsEducationPostgraduate Certificate in Commercial Law – Deakin UniversityBachelor of Mathematics and Statistics – RMIT UniversityProfessional memberships and certificationsGAICD (Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors)Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Training – GE CrotonvilleQuantum Computing Fundamentals – MITx
