Jeff Walker-Alcantara

Jeff Walker-Alcantara is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in security, risk management, crisis management, emergency management, business continuity, disaster recovery, security consulting, and aviation/maritime security.

With a background in counter-terrorism, he has served in various roles such as Director and Principal Security/Risk Advisor at JKG Global Group and as a Security, Risk, and Emergency Management Consultant at Ochre Health.

Jeff has also contributed his expertise as a Security and Risk Advisor/Board Member at Beyond Water, a Cash in Transit security professional at Toll Secure, and as a Risk Manager at Southern Cross Protection in Australia.

His international experience includes roles such as a Specialised Police Trainer in the Middle East with PRG International, leading Surveillance Operations in the Middle East with SRSI, and managing global risks as a Risk Manager at Lancaster's Global Risk Consultancy.

Furthermore, Jeff has worked as a Security Consultant and Armed Hold-Up Awareness Trainer at Barrington's Risk and as a Security Manager at Airways Hotel in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea.

In the aviation security sector, he has trained globally with Air Tactical Solutions in defensive tactics, anti-hijacking techniques, and counter-terrorism measures.

Prior to his civilian roles, Jeff served with distinction in the Royal Australian Navy from 1986 to 1999, where he held various roles such as Gunnery Instructor, Surface Warfare Instructor, Ships Diver, and Advanced Nuclear, Biological, and Chemical Defence Course specialist.

During his tenure with the Australian Federal Police from 1999 to 2006, Jeff was involved in critical operations including Counter Terrorist First Response at Sydney Airport, Plain Clothes Operations, AFP Bomb Response Unit, Prime Minister's and Governor General's Protection Details, Diplomatic Protection Unit, and as an Air Security Officer (Air Marshall) post 9/11.

His responsibilities with the Australian Federal Police also included being a Specialised Tactical Trainer and contributing to Counter-Terrorism Intelligence operations.

Jeff Walker-Alcantara's diverse experience in security, risk management, law enforcement training, and crisis response positions him as a leading professional in the field with a strong foundation in both military and civilian settings.