
Systems Manager - Deployable ICT
Downer
Posted 2 days ago
Join our Downer Professional Services team and play a key role in delivering complex defence and national security projects that safeguard Australia's future.
Downer Professional Services is comprised of two business units, our Technical, Advisory, and Capability consulting practice and Team Downer, a major service partner to Defence. Together, we are a multi-disciplinary advisory and delivery partner of choice for our clients in Defence and National Security.
We currently have an opportunity for a System's Manager to lead the sustainment and optimisation of deployable ICT systems for a Land project based in Canberra. Some interstate travel may be required.
What You'll Do
This role offers a broad scope, with key responsibilities including:
- Manage the sustainment of geospatial and intelligence systems within budget and capability targets.
- Lead product management activities including configuration, accreditation, procurement, and contract oversight.
- Provide expert technical and policy advice across capability sustainment and strategic planning.
- Liaise with operational stakeholders to ensure requirements are met and systems remain mission ready.
- Represent the Commonwealth in system testing and support engineering authority processes.
What You'll Bring
- Manage the sustainment of geospatial and intelligence systems within budget and capability targets.
- Lead product management activities including configuration, accreditation, procurement, and contract oversight.
- Provide expert technical and policy advice across capability sustainment and strategic planning.
- Liaise with operational stakeholders to ensure requirements are met and systems remain mission ready.
- Represent the Commonwealth in system testing and support engineering authority processes.
- Currently hold and maintain a minimum Negative Vetting 1 or higher Security clearance as required by the Commonwealth.
- In some instances, compliance with International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) requirements may be an inherent requirement.
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 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.
What is means to belong at Downer Professional Services
- Meaningful work: Help to deliver critical Defence projects that protect Australia and shape its future.
- Professional development: Access career mapping, accelerated learning programs, and shared learning through our Communities of Practice.
- Great perks: Enjoy discounts on healthcare, retail, vehicles, and more through Perks@Downer.
- Veteran support: Benefit from initiatives like up to 20 days of Reservist Leave to stay connected post-service.
Downer Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including First Nations people and those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities.
About Downer
Downer is the leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand. Driven by our purpose to enable communities to thrive, we deliver essential infrastructure services that improve the lives of millions of people every day and leave a lasting legacy for future generations.
Downer is one of Australia and New Zealand's largest employers, with 31,000 people who are united by a high-performance culture, called ‘The Downer Difference’. Our teams operate in sectors that are closely connected to population growth, urbanisation, national security, and decarbonisation – including roads, rail, ports and airports, power, gas, water, telecommunications, health, education and defence.
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