Expertise:
Cybersecurity and Data Protection, Sovereign Capability and National Security, Technology Strategy and Development, Privacy and Information Management, Public Sector and Government Engagement, Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy and Strategy, Industry Leadership and Governance, Procurement and Policy.
Notable Experience:
Rupert is a technology leader with deep expertise in security, privacy, and government. He was CEO of JN Solutions for over eight years, where he led the development of a SaaS Information Management Platform for the Australian Government. In 2012, he founded Vault Cloud. Vault is an Australian owned and operated company, and one of the first cloud platforms to be certified by the Australian Signals Directorate to manage and store classified data. He pioneered the development of a cloud with security at its core, embedding Australian Government security controls natively into the cloud platform.
Rupert has been a member of the NSW Sovereign Procurement Taskforce, Director of the AIIA Board (Industry association), the former Chair of Domestic Capability at the AIIA, the CEO and Founder of JN Solutions and a member of the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) National AI Centre Think Tank. He regularly consults and provides advice and input to Australian Government officials and departments on technology, procurement and security-related strategies.
Reason for being on the board:
Rupert seeks to help shape national technology policy, advocate for sovereign and secure digital infrastructure, and support the growth of Australia’s technology sector. With a career dedicated to developing secure platforms for government use and a strong track record of engaging with public sector stakeholders, he brings deep insights into the intersection of tech innovation, cybersecurity, and government needs. His involvement would allow him to influence key industry initiatives, promote local capability, and champion policies that enable Australian-owned companies to thrive in a globally competitive market—all aligned with AIIA’s mission.