Job Description

A minimum NV1 security clearance, with the ability to potentially upgrade to NV2.

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Join a high-profile program supporting the secure, responsible and effective adoption of artificial intelligence within a complex, security-focused environment.

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We are seeking an experienced AI Governance, Assurance and TEVV Specialist to evaluate AI-enabled solutions, assess technical evidence and ensure emerging technologies meet the required standards for performance, security, reliability and responsible use.

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What You'll Do

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Support the governance, assurance, test, evaluation, verification and validation (TEVV) of AI and machine-learning solutions.
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Assess AI systems against technical, operational, security and responsible-AI requirements.
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Review technical evidence, performance results and vendor claims to determine whether solutions are fit for purpose.
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Identify risks, limitations, dependencies and assurance gaps across the AI lifecycle.
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Develop or apply governance frameworks, assurance methodologies, evaluation criteria and reporting processes.
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Provide explicit, evidence-based advice to technical teams, decision-makers and senior stakeholders.
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Contribute to the responsible adoption of generative AI,



large language models and other emerging AI technologies.
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What You'll Bring

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A solid technical background in artificial intelligence and machine learning.
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Experience in systems engineering, test and evaluation, operational analysis or technical assurance.
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Demonstrated knowledge of AI governance and Responsible AI principles.
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The ability to critically evaluate technical documentation, test results, supporting evidence and vendor claims.
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Robust analytical, problem-solving and stakeholder communication skills.
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The ability to communicate complex technical findings clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
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A minimum NV1 security clearance, with the ability to potentially upgrade to NV2.
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Highly Desirable

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Experience within Defence, National Security, the Australian Government or the Defence Industry.
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Practical knowledge of generative AI, large language models and retrieval-augmented generation.
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Experience with technologies or platforms such as Azure AI and AWS AI/ML.
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Familiarity with the risks, controls and assurance considerations associated with deploying AI in sensitive or mission-critical environments.
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📌 Ai Governance, Assurance & Tevv Specialist Canberra
🏢 Nixil
📍 Canberra