Principal Data Sharing & Identity Advisor

Department of Transport and Planning; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Transport and Planning in Melbourne is seeking a Principal Data Sharing & Identity Advisor to provide expert guidance on how sensitive vehicle and driver information is collected, protected and shared. You will collaborate with internal teams, other agencies and partners to ensure information handling aligns with privacy, security and human rights laws.

The role leads projects to improve identity management and data sharing practices, monitors obligations and keeps up to date with

Qualifications

• Proven privacy advisory experience in a professional context.
• Experience with data sharing arrangements and information governance.
• Familiarity with AI and big data technologies and their privacy implications.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice on collection, protection and sharing of sensitive vehicle and driver information.
• Lead projects to improve identity management and data sharing practices.
• Monitor obligations and legislative changes to ensure compliant information handling.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Problem Solving

Digital Literacy

Political and Organisational Awareness

Future Focus

Stakeholder Management

Education

Tertiary qualification in law/data management/information security

Job description

Title: Principal Data Sharing & Identity Advisor

Requisition ID: 13164

Work Type: Ongoing Full Time

Fixed Term Period: N/A

Location: Melbourne - East

Date Posted: 27 Oct 2026

About Us

We create thriving places and connected communities. We plan, build and maintain Victoria’s transport, planning and land services.

We’re committed to creating a safe, inclusive and high-performing workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive and do meaningful work.

About The Role

The Principal Identity & Data Sharing Advisor provides expert advice on how sensitive vehicle and driver information is collected, protected and shared. The role works with internal teams, other government agencies and delivery partners, including VicRoads, to ensure information is handled responsibly and in line with privacy, security and human rights laws. It also leads projects to improve identity management and data sharing practices, while monitoring relevant obligations and keeping up to date with changes in legislation and technology. The role helps enable safe, secure and appropriate information sharing while protecting people’s rights.

What We’re Looking For

• Critical Thinking and Problem Solving: Identify the root cause of problems, consider the broader business impact and develop practical solutions that prevent issues from recurring.
• Digital and Technological Literacy: Understand and apply new technologies to improve policies, processes and service delivery.
• Political and Organisational Awareness: Understand business priorities, decision-making processes and stakeholder interests, while ensuring decisions align with organisational values, policies and legal obligations.
• Future Focus: Look ahead, consider emerging risks and opportunities, and identify new technologies that could improve systems, processes and services.
• Stakeholder Management: Build effective relationships, manage competing priorities and expectations, and work with stakeholders to develop innovative solutions to complex issues.

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You’ll Bring

Qualifications and Experience

• A tertiary qualification in law, data management or information security
• Experience working as a privacy professional or providing privacy advice in a professional context
• Experience working with data sharing arrangements
• Experience supporting technical projects in a fast-paced environment
• Awareness of the complex issues raised by novel data technologies, including AI and big data technologies

Pre-employment checks and employment conditions

Relevant pre-employment screening and reference checks will be required.

Applicants must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident or hold a valid visa or work permit that allows them to undertake the position.

Recipients of Victorian Public Service (VPS) voluntary departure packages should note that re-employment restrictions apply.

VPS Redeployees

If you are a VPS redeployee, please state this in your cover letter and include your case manager’s contact details so your redeployment status can be appropriately considered.

Learn more about VPS redeployment.

Applications close at 11.59pm on 10, November 2026.

For further information about the role, contact Kim Schriner – Executive Director Registration and Licensing Management at [e-mail].