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About the Client
Our client is a high-profile government agency at the forefront of national security, cyber defence, and intelligence operations. Operating within a dynamic and mission-critical environment, the agency plays a pivotal role in safeguarding Australia’s interests through cutting-edge technology and strategic innovation. This is a rare opportunity to contribute to projects of national significance in a highly secure and collaborative setting.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Senior Systems Engineer (EL1 equivalent) to lead complex ICT infrastructure initiatives. You will be responsible for the full systems engineering lifecycle including requirements development, system definition, design, integration, verification, and validation. The role demands a strategic thinker who can work independently and collaboratively across multiple tranches of work, delivering high-impact solutions in a fast-paced environment.
Key responsibilities include:
The Successful Candidate
To be considered, you must:
Highly desirable:
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 or Bendigo, VIC.
Contract terms: 12 months from commencement date, plus potential extensions
SFIA level required: The Specified Person will be expected to demonstrate attributes of SFIA Level of Responsibility 5.
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 03 September 2025.
Reach Damien on 0480 002 503 or damienm@whizdom.com.au for any further information.
Senior System Engineer
| Job title : | Senior System Engineer |
| Contract type : | Contract |
| Location : | Canberra |
| Sectors : | |
| Salary : | $160 - $175 per hour |
| Start date : | 2025-08-20 00:00:00 |
| Duration : | 12.0 MONTH |
| Job Reference : | V-55229 |
| Contact name : | Damien Mackerras |
| Contact email : | damienm@whizdom.com.au |
| Job published : | 4 days ago |
Our client is a high-profile government agency at the forefront of national security, cyber defence, and intelligence operations. Operating within a dynamic and mission-critical environment, the agency plays a pivotal role in safeguarding Australia’s interests through cutting-edge technology and strategic innovation. This is a rare opportunity to contribute to projects of national significance in a highly secure and collaborative setting.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Senior Systems Engineer (EL1 equivalent) to lead complex ICT infrastructure initiatives. You will be responsible for the full systems engineering lifecycle including requirements development, system definition, design, integration, verification, and validation. The role demands a strategic thinker who can work independently and collaboratively across multiple tranches of work, delivering high-impact solutions in a fast-paced environment.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading the design and delivery of ICT infrastructure systems.
- Developing systems engineering documentation and contributing to project planning.
- Engaging stakeholders to understand business needs and provide architectural guidance.
- Driving continuous improvement and resolving technical challenges during capability development.
The Successful Candidate
To be considered, you must:
- Be an Australian citizen with a current Top Secret Positive Vetting (TSPV) clearance.
- Be willing to undergo an Organisational Suitability Assessment (OSA), which includes a psychological evaluation.
- Demonstrate strong technical leadership in IT infrastructure, system design, installation, and integration.
- Possess excellent communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder engagement skills.
Highly desirable:
- Experience with ICT infrastructure projects.
- A current Defence Intelligence Agency-recognised OSA.
What’s on Offer
- A chance to work on nationally significant projects in a secure and innovative environment.
- Competitive daily rates and long-term contract potential (up to 3 years).
- Flexible working arrangements and a collaborative team culture.
- Professional growth through exposure to cutting-edge technologies and high-level stakeholders.
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 or Bendigo, VIC.
Contract terms: 12 months from commencement date, plus potential extensions
SFIA level required: The Specified Person will be expected to demonstrate attributes of SFIA Level of Responsibility 5.
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 03 September 2025.
Reach Damien on 0480 002 503 or damienm@whizdom.com.au for any further information.