Alex Whitfield
About Alex Whitfield
Alex Whitfield serves as an Associate Director at KPMG Australia, where he has worked since 2016. He has a diverse background in technology and finance, having held various roles in both the private and public sectors, including positions at the Australian Government Department of Finance and Lockheed Martin Australia.
Work at KPMG Australia
Alex Whitfield has been serving as an Associate Director at KPMG Australia since 2016. In this role, he contributes to KPMG's efforts in providing tailored services to mid-sized, fast-growing, and family-owned businesses through KPMG Enterprise. He plays a significant part in KPMG's dynamic approach to assisting clients in a digital-driven world. He is part of a large team at KPMG, which consists of approximately 6,700 professionals, including over 400 partners.
Previous Experience in Government and Private Sector
Before joining KPMG, Alex Whitfield held various positions in both government and private sectors. He worked at the Australian Government Department of Finance in multiple roles, including Director of Solutions Architecture, Director of Server Platform Services, Technical Architect, and Application Hosting Engineer. His experience also includes a role as Chief Architect at Lockheed Martin Australia Pty Ltd and Lead Architect at Optus. He spent time as Server Fleet Manager at the Department of Immigration and Citizenship.
Education and Expertise
Alex Whitfield holds a Bachelor of Law from The Australian National University, where he studied from 1999 to 2003. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics from Monash University, completing his studies there from 1997 to 1999. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his roles in architecture and solutions development across various sectors.
Career Timeline
Alex Whitfield's career spans several years with a focus on technology and architecture. He began his professional journey as an Application Hosting Engineer at the Australian Government Department of Finance in 2009. He progressed through various roles within the department until 2014, when he transitioned to Lockheed Martin Australia Pty Ltd. After a brief tenure at Optus, he joined KPMG Australia in 2016, where he continues to work.