Systems Development Lead

The Role

The School is seeking a highly motivated and experienced APS 6 Systems Development Lead to develop, integrate, secure, and manage ICT systems in support of Space and Cyber learning delivery. Reporting to the EL 1 Systems Manager, you will lead technical initiatives and manage key stakeholder relationships to deliver high-quality outcomes.

Working within an integrated team of ADF, APS, and industry partners, your responsibilities may include:

• Learning management system and online learning platform administration, license management, reporting, and support.
• Cyber range and simulation environment development and sustainment.
• Designing, implementing, and accrediting ICT systems.
• Development of system documentation and procedures.
• Equipment management and logistics.
• Intranet content development and administration.
• Stakeholder relationship management.
• Providing technical advice and guidance.
• Hardware and software procurement.
• Maintaining tactical training equipment.
• Supporting course delivery.
• Supervising, mentoring and developing junior staff.
• Contract management.
• Support to other functions of the school.

This role is eligible for an additional remuneration benefit known in Defence as a Building Defence Capability Payment (BDCP). This enables Defence to provide a premium, in addition to the base salary otherwise payable under the Defence Enterprise Collective Agreement (DECA), for positions in occupational disciplines/classifications that are critical to Defence capability. For further information, please contact the contact officer.

About our Team

We are a diverse team of highly motivated individuals, representing a truly integrated workforce of ADF, APS and Industry Partners. Our mission is to educate the Integrated Force in order to enable the delivery of space and cyber effects in competition and conflict. We commenced cyber-warfare training operations in 2023, with capability growth planned over the coming years, to meet the growing strategic demand. We value diversity, team work, work/life balance and focus on delivering outcomes for Defence.

We work with industry, international partners and academia to foster capability development and generate national value for Australia. We embrace innovation and change from what it always was to what it needs to be. Located at HMAS Harman, Canberra we enjoy brand new contemporary training facilities, flexible working arrangements and free parking.

Our Ideal Candidate

Our ideal candidate is an ICT leader with proven experience in managing the design, integration, and sustainment of complex systems. You have a strong background in ICT infrastructure, system administration, and cyber security, with the ability to oversee projects from concept to delivery. You can navigate governance, compliance, and procurement processes with confidence. You work effectively with a wide range of stakeholders to achieve strategic outcomes and have, or can quickly acquire, extensive knowledge of legislative and regulatory frameworks, government decision-making and Defences' mission and policy requirements.

Our ideal candidate will bring the following attributes and skills to the role:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven leadership and stakeholder management abilities.
• Accountability and an outcome-focused approach.
• The courage to challenge established processes to drive improvement.
• Comfort with ambiguity in dynamic environments.
• Adaptability, resilience, and a collaborative mindset.
• Passion for space and cyber education.

Application Closing Date: Monday 15 September 2025

For further information please review the job information pack, reference
JCG/06969/25
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