Fortinet has hired former Department of Industry, Science and Resources general manager Nicole Henry as its head of government affairs for Australia and New Zealand (A/NZ).
In the role, Henry will lead the cyber security vendor’s strategic engagement with government stakeholders to enhance cyber security policy development and support related public sector initiatives across the region.
She will also oversee Fortinet’s government affairs strategy in A/NZ as well as leading its efforts in advancing cyber security legislation and regulatory frameworks region-wide.
“Effective cyber security policy is foundational for protecting critical infrastructure, economic stability, and national security. This role brings together the core of my career, including strategic policy, digital capability, and system reform through innovation and cross-sector collaboration,” Henry said.
She will work closely with the vendor’s regional public sector teams to offer insights into government priorities and cyber security requirements and contribute to shaping regional strategies that “reflect national interests, evolving compliance obligations and global cyber trends”, Fortinet noted.
Henry enters the role with over two decades of experience in public policy advocacy, government relations, and stakeholder engagement.