FTI Consulting hires Natasha Passley for Australia cybersecurity unit

FTI Consulting Inc. (NYSE: FCN) appointed Natasha Passley as Senior Managing Director in its Cybersecurity practice within the Forensic and Litigation Consulting segment, according to a company statement.

Passley, based in Sydney, brings over 20 years of experience in security, risk and technology. She previously served as National Financial Services Cyber Partner at a Big Four firm and held cybersecurity leadership roles at Insurance Australia Group, Australia's largest insurer.

At Insurance Australia Group, Passley led cybersecurity transformation initiatives and implemented regulatory compliance programs. Her expertise covers cyber readiness, regulatory preparedness response and compliance, and cyber strategy and transformation.

"Organisations are facing increasingly complex cybersecurity threats against the backdrop of rising geopolitical tensions and major regulatory shifts," said Anthony J. Ferrante, Global Head of the Cybersecurity practice at FTI Consulting. "Robust cybersecurity programs are no longer a recommendation — they are a must-have — and Natasha's expertise strengthens our ability to meet the evolving needs of our clients."

Wouter Veugelen, Head of the Australia Cybersecurity practice at FTI Consulting, noted significant reforms to Australia's cybersecurity regulations including enhanced compliance standards and increased penalty risks.

FTI Consulting reported $3.70 billion in revenues during fiscal year 2024 and employs more than 8,100 people in 33 countries and territories as of March 31, 2025.

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