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About the Client
Our client is a high-profile federal government agency responsible for safeguarding Australia's national interests through advanced intelligence, cybersecurity, and strategic operations. Operating at the forefront of national security, the agency offers a dynamic and impactful environment for professionals seeking to contribute to Australia's safety and resilience.
About the Role
As a Business Analyst, you will play a pivotal role in an agile delivery team, leading business analysis activities across discovery, design, and delivery phases. You’ll work independently with a high degree of autonomy, providing expert advice on complex ICT business analysis matters. Your responsibilities will include:
The Successful Candidate
To be considered, you must be an Australian citizen with a minimum NV1 security clearance. Candidates with a current Defence Intelligence Agency-recognised Organisational Suitability Assessment (OSA) are highly preferred. You should also be willing to undergo the agency’s OSA process, which includes a psychological assessment.
Key qualifications and experience include:
What’s on Offer
What’s On Offer
Why partner with Whizdom?
We’re Whizdom. We view you as an extension of our strong, dependable brand and have differentiators which really are different! The Whizdom way:
Location: The role is based in Canberra ACT
Contract terms: 24 months from commencement date, plus potential extensions
SFIA level required: The Specified Person will be expected to demonstrate attributes of SFIA Level of Responsibility 4.
Security Requirements: Current Top-Secret Positive Vetting (TSPV) security clearance is strongly preferred, however candidates who have held a TSPV in the previous 12-month period (which has since been downgraded) may be considered. An OSA (Organisational Suitability Assessment) will be required for this position.
How to Apply: Please upload your resume to apply. Please note you will need to complete selection criteria to complete this application process. We will be in touch with instructions for suitably skilled candidates.
Candidates will need to be willing to undergo pre-employment screening checks which may include, ID and work rights, security clearance verification and any other client requested checks.
Applications open until 8am 08 September 2025.
Reach Damien on 0480 002 503 or damienm@whizdom.com.au for any further information.
Business Analyst
| Job title : | Business Analyst |
| Contract type : | Contract |
| Location : | Canberra |
| Sectors : | |
| Salary : | $120 - $150 per hour |
| Start date : | 2025-08-26 00:00:00 |
| Duration : | 12.0 MONTH |
| Job Reference : | V-55479 |
| Contact name : | Damien Mackerras |
| Contact email : | damienm@whizdom.com.au |
| Job published : | 2 days ago |
Our client is a high-profile federal government agency responsible for safeguarding Australia's national interests through advanced intelligence, cybersecurity, and strategic operations. Operating at the forefront of national security, the agency offers a dynamic and impactful environment for professionals seeking to contribute to Australia's safety and resilience.
About the Role
As a Business Analyst, you will play a pivotal role in an agile delivery team, leading business analysis activities across discovery, design, and delivery phases. You’ll work independently with a high degree of autonomy, providing expert advice on complex ICT business analysis matters. Your responsibilities will include:
- Leading stakeholder engagement and facilitating workshops and interviews.
- Documenting use cases, business requirements, process maps, and operating models.
- Developing business cases and analysis plans.
- Translating business needs into technical outcomes.
- Contributing to strategic planning and policy development.
The Successful Candidate
To be considered, you must be an Australian citizen with a minimum NV1 security clearance. Candidates with a current Defence Intelligence Agency-recognised Organisational Suitability Assessment (OSA) are highly preferred. You should also be willing to undergo the agency’s OSA process, which includes a psychological assessment.
Key qualifications and experience include:
- 5+ years as a Business Analyst.
- Strong experience in stakeholder engagement and business process improvement.
- Ability to conduct root cause analysis and feasibility assessments.
- Relevant qualifications in business analytics or information technology.
- Experience in user experience analysis and developing user stories (desirable).
What’s on Offer
- Long-term federal government contract with potential for extension.
- Flexible work arrangements and locations.
- Opportunity to work on nationally significant projects.
- Competitive daily rates.
- Supportive team environment with mentoring opportunities.
What’s On Offer
- Contract Duration: Initial 24 months with a 12-month extension option
- Location: Canberra, ACT
- Working Arrangements: Full-time (up to 40 hours/week), with potential for flexible arrangements
- Impactful Work: Empower users through effective training during change initiatives
- Supportive Environment: Join a collaborative team in a secure and mission-driven setting
Why partner with Whizdom?
We’re Whizdom. We view you as an extension of our strong, dependable brand and have differentiators which really are different! The Whizdom way:
- We pay our contractors same day you submit your timesheet!
- We are Level 3, DISP certified and have signed the Veteran Employment Commitment and been awarded the highest level of compliance to this important initiative, proactively assisting veterans transitioning from the forces to civilian roles. We’ve been lucky enough to win industry awards for our high level of process compliance and are ISO 9001 certified. Our commitment to reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions has been accredited in line with large global organisations.
- We value diversity and welcome applications from Indigenous Australians, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people living with a disability.
Location: The role is based in Canberra ACT
Contract terms: 24 months from commencement date, plus potential extensions
SFIA level required: The Specified Person will be expected to demonstrate attributes of SFIA Level of Responsibility 4.
Security Requirements: Current Top-Secret Positive Vetting (TSPV) security clearance is strongly preferred, however candidates who have held a TSPV in the previous 12-month period (which has since been downgraded) may be considered. An OSA (Organisational Suitability Assessment) will be required for this position.
How to Apply: Please upload your resume to apply. Please note you will need to complete selection criteria to complete this application process. We will be in touch with instructions for suitably skilled candidates.
Candidates will need to be willing to undergo pre-employment screening checks which may include, ID and work rights, security clearance verification and any other client requested checks.
Applications open until 8am 08 September 2025.
Reach Damien on 0480 002 503 or damienm@whizdom.com.au for any further information.