Annalese Ryan is a seasoned professional in protective security and risk governance, currently serving as the Protective Security Risk and Governance Manager at Ausgrid since June 2024. Previously, Annalese held the position of Security Risk and Resilience Manager at the Sydney Opera House from May 2022 to June 2024 and served as a Protective Security Advisor for the NSW Police Force from December 2010 to May 2022, where notable contributions included participation in documents for the protection of crowded places and managing large-scale emergencies. Annalese began a career with the NSW Police Force as a General Duties Constable and held various roles including Senior Constable and Acting Sergeant, focusing on community safety and law enforcement. Annalese's educational background includes multiple graduate-level degrees in intelligence analysis, security, and management from Charles Sturt University, illustrating a strong foundation in leadership within law enforcement and security contexts.