Christina Sypott
About Christina Sypott
Christina Sypott is a Director at KPMG Australia, specializing in technology-related risk management. With over 15 years of experience in the field, she advocates for flexible working arrangements and actively mentors women in IT.
Work at KPMG Australia
Christina Sypott currently serves as a Director at KPMG Australia, a position she has held since 2020 in Melbourne. Prior to this role, she worked as an Associate Director from 2014 to 2020, also in Melbourne. Her career at KPMG Australia began as an Assistant Manager in IT Advisory from 2006 to 2010 in Canberra, followed by a role as Manager in Technology Risk and Assurance from 2013 to 2020. Throughout her tenure, she has focused on technology-related risks and program assurance.
Experience at KPMG UK
Before her extensive career at KPMG Australia, Christina Sypott worked at KPMG UK as a Manager in Technology Risk Consulting from 2010 to 2012 in London. This role contributed to her foundational experience in technology risk management, which she has built upon in her subsequent positions in Australia.
Education and Expertise
Christina Sypott holds a Bachelor of Business and Bachelor of Information Technology from Charles Sturt University, where she studied from 2002 to 2006. She furthered her education with a Graduate Diploma in Accounting from Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand, completing her studies from 2007 to 2010. Additionally, she is Agile Scrum Certified, having studied Agile at The Knowledge Academy.
Advocacy and Mentorship
Christina advocates for flexible working arrangements, particularly for families returning to work. She actively mentors women in the IT sector, supporting their career development and growth. Her commitment to mentorship reflects her dedication to fostering diversity and inclusion within the technology field.
Specialization in Technology Risk
With over 15 years of experience in technology risk and program assurance, Christina Sypott specializes in helping clients understand and manage the implications of technology-related risks. She leads the Program Assurance Service at KPMG, focusing on providing strategic guidance to clients in navigating complex technology environments.