Canberra (ACT) Based | Requires a current AGSVA NV1 Clearance

About Us

IAG Defence & National Security (DNS) is part of IAG, a specialist advisory firm supporting complex infrastructure, Defence and national security programs across Australia. Our DNS team works closely with Commonwealth agencies and industry partners to deliver specialist expertise into nationally significant programs. Our success depends on our ability to identify, engage and mobilise highly specialised talent quickly and effectively.

IAG is recognised as a Veteran Friendly Employer under the Veteran Employment Program.

The Role

We're looking for an experienced Network Engineer to join a Defence communications program team in Canberra. This is a great opportunity for a specialist communications engineer to support the design, integration and delivery of secure networking capability across voice, video and data systems.

You'll work closely with engineering teams and Defence stakeholders, providing technical assurance and contractor oversight across a complex, secure network environment.

Key Responsibilities

- Perform network engineering activities across voice, video and data systems, including converged communications
- Support the development and integration of secure, resilient Defence network architectures (LAN, WAN)
- Conduct requirements analysis and allocation for network and communications systems
- Review design documentation, specialist engineering reports and contractor deliverables
- Support cybersecurity and network hardening considerations alongside relevant stakeholders

Required

- Current NV1 security clearance
- Chartered Professional Engineer status (or ability to attain), with a tertiary qualification in Network Engineering, Telecommunications or a related discipline




- Strong interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills
- Experience in leadership and management roles, with the ability to coach and guide teams
- ASDEFCON Suite experience
- Relevant industry certifications highly regarded
- Experience in Defence or Capability Acquisition and Sustainment environments
- Understanding of technical, logistical and operational requirements in capability delivery, and relevant Defence policy
- Experience managing cross-functional teams across diverse technical specialisations

What We Offer

With offices in Perth, Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney and Canberra, we're a tight-knit team working across some of Australia's most critical Defence and national security programs. We value expertise, collaboration and flexibility, providing our people with opportunities to contribute to meaningful and technically challenging projects.

We can offer excellent work, great people, great culture, excellent conditions, and an all-round great time whilst you continue building a rewarding career in the Defence and national security sector. As part of IAG, you'll be joining a team of more than 250 professionals.

Most opportunities advertised by IAG Defence & National Security are subject to client approval, security validation and contractual confirmation. Employment or engagement will only be offered following successful client acceptance and completion of all required pre-engagement checks and onboarding activities.

Please note: as this role may support a Defence program, a Defence employment moratorium period may apply to current or recently separated ADF/APS personnel seeking to move into industry roles. If you are currently serving or have recently left Defence, we'd recommend confirming your eligibility to apply before submitting.

📌 Network Engineer( Communications and Network) (Canberra)
🏢 IAG Defence and National Security
📍 Canberra