ICT Support Officer | ACIAR | Barton, ACT | Baseline Clearance
Azooa is preparing a response for LH-07449 – ICT Support Officer with the Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research (ACIAR) and we’re looking for an experienced, hands-on ICT professional to join this opportunity.
If you’re someone who enjoys being the person others can rely on when technology needs to work — whether that means troubleshooting a device, resolving an account issue, supporting Microsoft environments or helping deliver an ICT rollout — this role could be a great fit.Working within ACIAR’s Business Systems Unit (BSU), you’ll provide frontline ICT support to staff in Australia and overseas while also contributing to ICT projects, upgrades, testing, implementations and broader operational activities.This is an APS5-equivalent role with a strong focus on practical ICT support, responsive service delivery and customer experience.
The opportunityACIAR needs someone who can combine strong technical troubleshooting skills with patience, clear communication and sound judgement.You’ll be supporting the technology people depend on every day — from user accounts and devices through to networks, cloud services, hardware and software.At the same time, you’ll have opportunities to contribute beyond the helpdesk by supporting upgrades, testing, rollouts, cyber security activities and continuous improvement across the ICT setting.It’s a role where your work will be visible, practical and valued.
?️ What you’ll be doingYour responsibilities will include: Providing frontline ICT support for hardware, software, network, account and device issues Triaging, resolving and escalating incidents and service requests in line with agreed service levels Troubleshooting technical issues and helping users get back up and running quickly Administering user accounts, systems, devices, software and ICT asset records Supporting Microsoft on-premises and cloud environments Assisting with Active Directory and Azure AD / Microsoft Entra ID administration Supporting ICT projects, upgrades, testing, rollouts and implementation activities Maintaining user and building ICT hardware as part of the onsite helpdesk function Supporting cyber security controls, patching, access management and incident reporting Preparing and maintaining ICT procedures, user guides and knowledge articles Liaising with staff, vendors and service providers to support effective ICT service delivery Identifying recurring issues and contributing ideas for service and process improvements Helping ensure ICT activities are delivered in accordance with security, governance and operational requirements




Who we’re looking forWe’re particularly interested in candidates who have practical Australian Public Service ICT support experience.This isn’t purely a project-management or administrative position. The successful candidate needs to be comfortable getting hands-on with day-to-day ICT support and troubleshooting.You’ll ideally bring:✅ Demonstrated experience delivering responsive ICT support within the Australian Public Service✅ Strong troubleshooting capability across technical issues, user support and ICT systems✅ Experience supporting Microsoft on-premises and cloud environments✅ Experience with user accounts, access administration, desktops, devices and hardware✅ The ability to analyse ICT issues, identify risks and develop practical solutions✅ Strong customer-service skills and the ability to communicate confidently with technical and non-technical users✅ The ability to exercise sound judgement and know when an issue needs to be escalated✅ Experience balancing incidents, service requests, operational activities and project work✅ The ability to manage competing priorities, monitor progress and meet deadlines✅ Experience supporting ICT projects, upgrades, testing or rollout activities✅ A cooperative and professional approach to working with colleagues, vendors and stakeholders✅ An understanding of ICT security and governance requirements
⭐ Experience that will help you stand outExperience across any of the following will be highly regarded:⭐ Active Directory on-premises⭐ Azure AD / Microsoft Entra ID⭐ Microsoft 365 and cloud support⭐ APS ICT service delivery⭐ Service desk and helpdesk environments⭐ ITIL principles and ITIL-aligned service delivery⭐ ICT asset and device administration⭐ User account and access management⭐ Desktop and hardware troubleshooting⭐ Cyber security controls and patching⭐ Incident and service request management⭐ ICT upgrades, testing and implementation⭐ User documentation and knowledge management⭐ Vendor and stakeholder coordination
You don’t necessarily need every item on that list, but strong APS ICT support experience, Microsoft capability and current Baseline clearance will be important differentiators. Security clearanceA current Australian Government Baseline security clearance (minimum) is essential for this opportunity.Candidates who already hold a current Baseline clearance will be prioritised. Working arrangementThis role is 100% office based in Barton, ACT.Because the position provides frontline helpdesk support and is responsible for maintaining user and building ICT hardware,



ACIAR requires the successful candidate to work onsite for the full engagement.Please make sure you’re comfortable with a fully onsite arrangement before applying.
Engagement details RFQ: LH-07449 Role: ICT Support Officer Organisation: Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research (ACIAR) Level: APS5 equivalent Location: Barton, ACT Working arrangement: 100% onsite Maximum hours: 37.5 hours per week Estimated start: 7 September 2026 Initial contract: 3 months Extension: 1 x 3 months Security clearance: Current Baseline minimum essential
Rate guidanceThe RFQ does not specify a published maximum hourly rate.For candidates with relevant APS ICT support experience and a current Baseline clearance, Azooa is currently considering the following value-for-money positioning: PAYG: approximately $90–$100/hour including super Pty Ltd: approximately $92–$102/hour + GSTFinal positioning will depend on your experience, clearance, technical capability and overall fit for the requirement.If you have particularly strong APS experience combined with Active Directory, Azure AD / Entra ID and broad hands-on ICT support capability, please still reach out with your expected rate.
? Why this opportunity?This role offers the chance to bring together the parts of ICT support that can make the work genuinely rewarding: solving real problems, helping people, taking ownership and contributing to improvements.You won’t simply be working through tickets.You’ll be supporting staff, maintaining essential ICT services, contributing to projects and rollouts, strengthening documentation and helping the Business Systems Unit deliver a reliable experience for its users.For someone who enjoys being hands-on, working collaboratively and seeing the direct impact of their work, there’s plenty to get involved in.
? Interested?We’d love to hear from experienced ICT support professionals who can demonstrate strong APS experience, hands-on Microsoft support capability and a current Baseline clearance.When applying, make sure your CV clearly demonstrates your experience with: APS helpdesk / service desk support Microsoft on-premises environments Azure AD / Microsoft Entra ID Microsoft 365 / cloud services User account and access administration Desktop, device and hardware troubleshooting Incident and service request management ICT asset administration Cyber security controls and patching ICT upgrades, testing and rollouts User guides and knowledge articles Stakeholder communication and customer service ITIL-aligned service deliveryPlease also include your expected hourly rate so Azooa can work with you on the strongest commercial positioning for the submission.
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