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This role delivers integrated Network Technician and Software Engineering support for ICT capabilities within a Defence operational environment. It focuses on the sustainment, governance, assurance, and capability integration of 4SQN ICT systems, including Tactical Data Links and core mission systems. The position supports both operational and project-based activities, ensuring ICT systems remain compliant, interoperable, and mission-ready. It involves close collaboration with Defence stakeholders, program offices, and industry partners to deliver and sustain critical capabilities across the capability lifecycle, including Prove, Test and Evaluate (PT&E) phases. The successful candidate will engage with stakeholders at all levels, build strong working relationships, and act as a key point of contact for ICT operational support, engineering activities, and system governance.
Job Responsibility
Act as a key point of contact for operational ICT support, engaging with Defence stakeholders, NETTECHs, CCT personnel, and industry partners
Deliver ICT training and mentorship to support workforce capability development
Provide operational support and sustainment for the 4SQN ICT fleet, ensuring system availability and performance
Support governance, policy, and compliance activities aligned with CASG BMS and Defence requirements
Manage sustainment and PT&E activities for operational and trial ICT capabilities in collaboration with relevant SPOs
Coordinate vendor support and sustainment arrangements, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations
Manage fleet training, sustainment planning, and capability delivery for program-level ICT systems
Maintain control of cryptographic material and coordinate technical maintenance activities
Ensure system conformance, ATO, and compliance with MIL-STD and accreditation frameworks for ICT systems
Conduct Verification and Validation (V&V) and support system integration and interoperability activities
Coordinate defect management (RODUM) and develop user requirements to address capability gaps and enhancements
Requirements
Experienced ICT professional with Network Technician and/or Software Engineering expertise, operating effectively in complex Defence environments
Tertiary qualifications in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related discipline, or equivalent industry experience
Strong knowledge of ICT sustainment, system assurance, governance, and life-cycle management, including accreditation and compliance frameworks
Demonstrated experience in V&V, system compliance (e.g., MIL-STD), and Authorities to Operate (ATO)
Experience supporting ICT sustainment, PT&E, system integration, and capability enhancement activities
Sound understanding of Defence governance and procurement frameworks (e.g., CASG BMS, ERP, NDS)
Proven ability to engage and collaborate with technical teams, Stakeholders, and industry, applying a practical, risk-based approach
Experience working with secure ICT systems and managing cryptographic materials
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including technical documentation and advisory outputs