National Manager, Protection
Assistant Commissioner Mark Ney APM
Mark Ney joined the Australian Federal Police in February 1984 and has developed a broad operational police background through working in a range of operational functions in Queensland, Northern Territory and ACT.
In January 2002, Mark was promoted to the rank of Assistant Commissioner and appointed to the position of General Manager, Northern Operations. In May 2003, Mark transferred to the position of National Manager Human Resources, based in Canberra with responsibility for Learning and Development, Professional Standards and Human Resource issues across the organisation.
In November 2006, Mark commenced in the role of National Manager Protection. This Portfolio includes protection of National Infrastructure and key Commonwealth Establishments and the Close Personal Protection of members of government, high office holders, diplomats and dignitaries. He is also responsible for the Australian National Witness Protection Program.
Mark was recognised for his service to policing in the 2006 Australia Day Honours List. He was awarded the Australian Police Medal for distinguished service, particularly in the field of furthering law enforcement relationships both nationally, internationally and amongst the indigenous community.
Mark has been a long term patron and advocate for the Malunggang Indigenous Officers Network (MION) and the Gay & Lesbian Liaison Officer Network (GLLO). He is also the Chairperson for Diversity Council of Australia (DCA) http://www.dca.org.au/. The DCA is a not-for-profit organisation that provides consulting services and advice to member organisations on diversity issues.
Qualifications
Mark has a Graduate Certificate of Business (Banking) from Monash University (1995) and a Graduate Certificate in Police Management from Charles Sturt University (1999).