Location: Various locations across Australia (Remote and Onsite opportunities available)
Type: Contract, Permanent, or Subcontractor
Summary
SovereignSourced invites experienced Privacy Lawyers to join our employment register. This register offers access to exclusive opportunities in industries such as technology, healthcare, financial services, and government. While registering your interest doesn’t guarantee immediate placement, it ensures you're considered for roles aligned with your expertise as they arise.
About the Role
Privacy Lawyers play a pivotal role in helping organisations navigate the complex landscape of data privacy laws and regulations. You’ll provide expert guidance on compliance, risk mitigation, and data protection strategies, ensuring businesses adhere to privacy standards while maintaining operational efficiency.
Salary Range
Privacy Lawyer salaries range from AUD 85,000 per year for entry-level roles to AUD 250,000 per year for senior contract positions in highly regulated industries.
Key Responsibilities
Advise clients on compliance with data privacy laws, including the Privacy Act, GDPR, and CCPA.
Draft, review, and update privacy policies, terms of service, and data-sharing agreements.
Conduct privacy impact assessments (PIAs) and recommend mitigation strategies.
Represent clients in regulatory investigations, audits, or disputes related to data privacy.
Develop and implement privacy programs, including training and policy frameworks.
Stay updated on emerging privacy legislation and advise on its implications.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including IT and compliance, to ensure privacy-by-design principles are integrated into business processes.
Skills and Experience
Proven experience in privacy or data protection law, with expertise in Australian and international privacy regulations.
Strong understanding of legal frameworks such as the Privacy Act, GDPR, HIPAA, and other relevant standards.
Demonstrated ability to handle complex regulatory matters and provide strategic advice.
Exceptional drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex legal concepts to non-legal stakeholders.
Certifications such as CIPP/E, CIPM, or CIPT are highly desirable.
Admission to practice law in Australia is required.
Benefits of Joining
Access to high-profile roles in Australia’s leading industries.
Flexible work arrangements tailored to your career goals.
Competitive remuneration packages that reflect your expertise and role type.
Opportunities to advise on cutting-edge issues in privacy and data protection.
Important Note
Joining our employment register means your application will be retained and considered for future opportunities that match your skills and experience. Registering does not guarantee immediate placement but ensures you’re among the first to be considered for relevant roles as they arise.
Bluerydge
Senior GRC Specialist (Defence)
5 days ago
Senior GRC Specialist (Defence)
Location: Sydney (onsite)
Type: Full-time
Summary
SovereignSourced connects employers with top talent to help them grow, deliver, and thrive across Australia’s most critical industries.
For this role, we are proud to partner with Bluerydge, an Australian-owned cyber security and technology firm trusted to deliver mission-critical capabilities for major organisations and national security initiatives. Bluerydge drives operational excellence through innovative, reliable, and secure solutions.
Bluerydge is seeking a highly capable GRC Specialist (Defence) to support complex Defence programs and lead the cyber governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) uplift practices. This role is pivotal in ensuring the accuracy, consistency, and audit-readiness of cyber terrain data within classified environments and enabling effective risk management and contributing directly to national security outcomes.
About the Role
As a GRC Specialist, you will be responsible for maintaining, managing, and refining cyber terrain artefacts in support of cybersecurity governance across Defence environments.
You’ll work with structured datasets, generate and update cyber terrain topologies, and lead initiatives to develop sustainable processes for cyberworthiness assessments and reporting.
You will also use relevant platforms and cloud-based repositories to ensure the integrity and traceability of information required for audit, assurance, and compliance activities.
NOTE: Minimum NV2 Security Clearance is required.
Salary Range
Salaries for GRC Specialist (Defence) roles range from $150,000 to $250,000, depending on experience.
Key Responsibilities
Assess system-risks for IT & OT systems and create system-risk assessment reports
Collaborate with IT & OT threat modelling activities
Generate and maintain cyber threat models from Defence data sources
Develop and document techniques and procedures to conduct cyber threat assessments
Provide expert guidance to internal Defence stakeholders on terrain management practices
Liaise with security, GRC, and data teams to align frameworks and documentation
Support audit and assurance efforts through proactive governance of cyber data
Skills and Experience
Minimum NV2 Security Clearance required
Experience managing cyber data and terrain artefacts in Defence or secure ICT environments
Knowledge of CTL, cyber terrain models, and relevant Defence frameworks
Proficiency in developing SRMPs, SSPs, E8 checklists and other security documentation
Strong analytical and documentation skills, especially around compliance and assurance
Tertiary qualifications in Cybersecurity, Information Security, ICT, or Data Management
Certifications such as ISO 27001, CRISC, or CISSP, CEH are highly regarded
Mindset
Proactive and solution-focused, with a strong drive to deliver accurate, high-integrity governance outcomes
Eager to grow a long-term career within a mission-driven, high-security environment
Takes initiative and owns tasks, from technical data governance to strategic audit preparation
Passionate about continuous improvement, accuracy, and learning from complexity and failure
Self-motivated and capable of working independently in sensitive environments
Thrives in fast-paced settings that require resilience, adaptability, and critical thinking
Values collaboration, and attention to detail in high-stakes delivery
Benefits of Joining
As an award-winning employer of choice and a high-performing cyber security and technology firm, Bluerydge offers a career experience that is both rewarding and meaningful.
Be part of a trusted delivery team driving cyber security uplift across mission-critical Defence and Government programs
Collaborate with experienced professionals in an inclusive environment
Be recognised with competitive remuneration and a rewards and recognition program that celebrates your achievements
Access ongoing career development through mentorship, training, and certifications
Enjoy flexible working arrangements tailored to support your lifestyle and productivity
Take advantage of health and wellbeing benefits, including initiatives that support mental wellness, physical fitness, and a healthy work environment
How to Apply
Please upload your resume to apply or send it to careers@sovereignsourced.com.
Candidates must be willing to undergo pre-employment screening checks, including verification of ID, work rights, and current security clearance status.
We will contact suitably qualified candidates with further instructions.
For further discussion, please contact:
· Nathalie – 02 6183 6573
· Andi – 02 6183 6568
Bluerydge
Technical Vulnerability Assessor (Defence)
5 days ago
Location: Canberra or Melbourne (onsite)
Type: Full-time
Summary
SovereignSourced connects employers with top talent to help them grow, deliver, and thrive across Australia’s most critical industries.
For this role, we are proud to partner with Bluerydge, an Australian-owned cyber security and technology firm trusted to deliver mission-critical capabilities for major organisations and national security initiatives. Bluerydge drives operational excellence through innovative, reliable, and secure solutions.
Bluerydge is seeking a highly capable Technical Vulnerability Assessor to conduct system assessments, penetration testing, and vulnerability analysis in support of Defence programs. This role plays a critical part in identifying weaknesses in implementation and securing complex ICT environments that underpin national security capability.
About the Role
As a Technical Vulnerability Assessor, you will perform system-level assessments through active and passive scanning, technical validation, and adversarial simulation. You’ll support assurance processes by identifying vulnerabilities, assessing risk impact, and advising on remediation in line with government security requirements.
The role also includes supporting broader cyber risk reporting, documentation, and contributing to the uplift of vulnerability management practices across classified environments.
NOTE: Minimum NV2 Security Clearance is required. TSPV preferred.
Salary Range
Salaries for Technical Vulnerability Assessor (Defence) roles range from $160,000 to $260,000, depending on experience and clearance level.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct technical vulnerability assessments using a range of active and passive methods
Perform penetration testing and exploit simulation on Defence ICT systems
Document and report findings clearly for both technical and executive stakeholders
Engage with stakeholders to advise on vulnerability prioritisation and remediation planning
Contribute to ongoing assessment activities and artefact development
Support artefact management, assurance documentation, and risk analysis as required
Ensure alignment of assessments to applicable frameworks and standards
Skills and Experience
Minimum NV2 Security Clearance (TSPV highly regarded)
Tertiary qualifications in Cyber Security, ICT, or a related field
Proven experience in vulnerability assessment and penetration testing
Familiarity with tools such as Burp Suite, Kali Linux, Nessus, Metasploit, Cobalt Strike, Nmap, and similar
Understanding of the Australian Government Information Security Manual (ISM)
Strong analytical and reporting skills for assessing complex ICT system risk
Experience with risk-based security assessment and remediation
Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CRISC, GSLC, GSNA, CISA, ISO 27001 Lead Auditor, or PCI QSA are highly regarded
Mindset
Objective and risk-aware, with the ability to deliver clear, defensible assessment outcomes
Committed to high standards of accuracy, documentation, and professional integrity
Works independently and with discretion within classified environments
Capable of strategic thinking while executing technical assessment tasks
Focused on delivering value through secure outcomes, not just compliance
Values clarity, accountability, and disciplined engagement with stakeholders
Benefits of Joining
As an award-winning employer of choice and a high-performing cyber security and technology firm, Bluerydge offers a career experience that is both rewarding and meaningful.
Be part of a trusted delivery team protecting critical capabilities and sensitive systems
Engage directly with technical professionals across leading cyber missions
Receive competitive remuneration and recognition for your contribution
Benefit from professional development, mentoring, and access to specialist tools
Enjoy working in an organisation that prioritises mission alignment, discretion, and results
How to Apply
Please upload your resume to apply or send it to careers@sovereignsourced.com.
Candidates must be willing to undergo pre-employment screening checks, including verification of ID, work rights, and current security clearance status.
We will contact suitably qualified candidates with further instructions.
For further discussion, please contact:
· Nathalie – 02 6183 6573
· Andi – 02 6183 6568