Krissy was appointed to the rank of Deputy Commissioner in March 2024 where she leads the National Security Portfolio, responsible for monitoring threats to the Australian Government, critical infrastructure, and terrorism environment, as well as the internal integrity and security of the AFP. Before this, Krissy was Assistant Commissioner (AC) of Counter Terrorism and Special Investigations (CTSI), the first woman in the AFP to lead the Command, one of the highest priorities in the AFP. The Command develops strategies and leads operations to combat terrorism offences and special investigations including foreign interference and espionage, while working collaboratively with government agencies and commands within the AFP.
Prior to her commencement as AC CTSI, Krissy held the position of AC Southern Command, where she led teams of police officers, protective service officers and support specialists to deliver policing outcomes for the Victorian and Tasmanian communities. Krissy worked closely with partner agencies and other commands across the AFP, achieving maximum impact on the criminal environment locally, nationally and internationally.
Krissy’s career with the AFP includes extensive operational experience in general policing and investigative roles including Deputy Chief Police Officer of ACT Policing, Commander of Operations Southern Command, and leading teams in Money Laundering, Organised Crime, and the Serious Financial Crime Taskforce. She also held a number of other frontline and leadership positions in ACT Policing. Krissy has represented the AFP and Australia in international forums, including two Five Eyes Law Enforcement working groups targeting significant organised crime mutual threats across the world.
Krissy leads and develops a diverse workforce and is focused on developing future capacity for law enforcement, enhancing the capabilities of domestic and international agencies and private sector partners to future proof the AFP’s ability to fight crime.
Krissy proudly holds the role of AFP First Nations Champion, promoting healthy and inclusive workplace culture, creating awareness and advocating for First Nations people, whilst leading and advising on significant matters to assist in implementing diversity and inclusion strategies
In 2023, Krissy was recognised for her distinguished policing career with the Australian Police Medal. She also holds the Police Overseas Service Medal, Operations Medal (Operation Alliance – Bali bombings), ACT Emergency Medal and National Emergency Medal for leadership during bushfires, as well as the National Medal, National Police Service Medal, AFP Service Medal and ACT Community Service Medal.
Krissy holds a Masters of Leadership and Management (Policing) and a Bachelor of Arts (Criminal Justice Administration). Krissy was recognised and awarded the Mark Scott Memorial Scholarship in 2015 which she used to complete a research study contributing to diversifying the police workforce.
