Its Manager- Fleet Information Environment Modernisation

At **Downer Professional Services (DPS)**, we **are committed to delivering outcomes that put Australia’s interests first**. We work on complex and impactful Defence, government, and infrastructure projects that shape the future of our nation. Our people are at the core of our success, bringing expertise, innovation, and leadership to critical Defence programs.

Our Technical, Advisory, and Capability (TAC) practice and Team Downer (the prime Major Service Provider (MSP)) deliver above-the-line consulting services and Integrated Work Packages across the Department of Defence, leveraging innovative approaches such as mission and digital engineering to enable the successful delivery of critical Defence programs. This includes engagement with key areas across Defence including Defence Digital Group (DDG), Capability Acquisition and Sustainment Group (CASG), and the Navy, Army, and Air Force.

The ITS Manager will be required to perform and/or have responsibility for duties including, but not limited to:

- Lead the Technical team tasked with delivering the Minerva system to the fleet.
- Manage and ensure the timely delivery of all technical deliverables and components for Naval deployed ICT systems, in alignment with the project schedule.
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the proper engineering, sustainability, and operation of the ICT system.
- Offer guidance and support to Commonwealth leadership regarding the execution of all technical aspects of the project.
- Develop comprehensive strategies to achieve key deliverables, such as fleet deployment and transition into sustainment.
- Engage with vendors, customers, and external stakeholders as necessary to facilitate a seamless delivery, sustainment, and operation of ICT systems.
- Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to resource the technical team by participating in recruitment, interviews, onboarding etc.
- Contribute to the development and maintenance of documentation to support current and emerging solutions.

Required skills and experience:

- 10+ years in ICT Leadership Management including overseeing and coordination of large technical teams in relation to design and architecture, delivery, configuration and support.
- 10+ years of experience in architecting, designing and building multi-vendor geographically dispersed solutions.
- Risk Management
- Define and enforce relevant technical procedures and standards.
- Oversee developing future component architecture and migration plans.
- Expert level knowledge in areas including infrastructure, systems engineering, networking, security and system integration design.
- Ability to create high quality documentation and procedures.
- Strong communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills with demonstrable experience of presentation and engagement with stakeholders, projects and business areas.

Desirable experience
- Demonstrated experience in leading a technical team in designing, building and deploying enterprise ICT systems.
- Practical knowledge of Configuration, Asset, Incident, Problem and Change Management (ITIL V4 practices)
- Practical knowledge of Monitoring, Event and Service Level Management implementation (ITIL V4 practices)
- Capacity and Performance management (ITIL V4 practices)
- Knowledge management (ITIL V4 practices)
- Previous experience in SEA2273 Minerva would be highly desirable

Our work is **highly complex and confidential**, applicants must be Australian citizens with a minimum NV2 security clearance. Additionally, compliance with International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) requirements may be necessary. In some cases, this may impose restrictions on individuals who are dual citizens. nationality, permanent residency, or former nationality of specific countries as outlined in ITAR 126.1.
- More than anything, you’ll bring a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes for our clients. _

**Why join Downer Professional Services?**

At Downer Professional Services, we’re not just a workplace, we’re a business dedicated to contributing to the shaping of the future of defence in Australia. As the country’s only sovereign prime, we’re committed to making a real difference in protecting Australia’s interests.
- **Dynamic employment arrangements**- Downer offers tailored employment arrangements, designed specifically to reflect the unique Defence Industry workforce.
- **Benefit from a referral program aimed at building the strongest workforce -**We value strong working relationships built on skills, and proven delivery. Refer a friend and you will benefit.
- **Be first in line for future opportunities -**By joining our talent network, you’ll receive priority consideration for upcoming roles that align with your skills and career goals, ensuring you stay ahead of the curve.
- **Invest in your growth -**We believe in continuous learning. Whether it’s through structured skills & career mapping, mentoring,