An Operational Data Manager is responsible for the governance, integration, quality, security, and use of warfighting data to support military operations, decision-making, and capability outcomes. The role ensures that operational data from platforms, sensors, intelligence sources, command and control systems, logistics networks, and other warfighting domains is accurate, accessible, trusted, and interoperable across the battlespace.

The Operational Data Manager develops and enforces data management frameworks, standards, and governance processes that enable effective information sharing and integration across joint, interagency, and coalition environments. They work closely with intelligence analysts, capability managers, and technical specialists to identify data requirements, improve data quality, and maximise the operational value of information assets.

By managing the lifecycle of warfighting data, the Operational Data Manager supports situational awareness, operational readiness, force integration, and decision advantage.

This role is eligible for an additional remuneration benefit known in Defence as a Building Defence Capability Payment (BDCP). This enables Defence to provide a premium, in addition to the base salary otherwise payable under the Defence Enterprise Collective Agreement (DECA), for positions in occupational disciplines/classifications that are critical to Defence capability. For further information, please contact the contact officer.

About our Team

As part of the Directorate of Operational Data Management within the Navy Intelligence and Information Warfare (NI&IW;) Branch you will:

- Actively contribute to the development of policy guidance and frameworks that guide Navy’s Operational Data Management efforts.
- Build and sustain collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders and negotiate effectively to deliver outcomes.
- Be part of a team engaging with international partners on operational data management collaboration opportunities.
- Document relevant business requirements, business processes, data models, designs and specifications.
- Be accountable for accurate completion of work within timeframes, sharing own expertise with others and guiding and mentoring team members.

Our Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will have:

- An interest in the role that data plays in enabling warfighting capability.
- Strong analytical and research skills, and an ability to interpret and apply policy in defining business requirements.




- Experience engaging and collaborating with a variety of stakeholders while building and maintaining strong interpersonal relationships.
- Experience in preparing communications for complex and technical topics to non-technical audiences.
- Experience working in an integrated workforce.
- Strong ability to manage competing priorities and meet strict deadlines.
- Ability and willingness to learn new information and become a subject matter expert in operational data management.

Security Clearance

Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at Negative Vetting Level 2.

The key duties of the position include:

The Role

An Operational Data Manager is responsible for the governance, integration, quality, security, and use of warfighting data to support military operations, decision-making, and capability outcomes. The role ensures that operational data from platforms, sensors, intelligence sources, command and control systems, logistics networks, and other warfighting domains is accurate, accessible, trusted, and interoperable across the battlespace.

The Operational Data Manager develops and enforces data management frameworks, standards, and governance processes that enable effective information sharing and integration across joint, interagency, and coalition environments. They work closely with intelligence analysts, capability managers, and technical specialists to identify data requirements, improve data quality, and maximise the operational value of information assets.

By managing the lifecycle of warfighting data, the Operational Data Manager supports situational awareness, operational readiness, force integration, and decision advantage.

This role is eligible for an additional remuneration benefit known in Defence as a Building Defence Capability Payment (BDCP). This enables Defence to provide a premium, in addition to the base salary otherwise payable under the Defence Enterprise Collective Agreement (DECA), for positions in occupational disciplines/classifications that are critical to Defence capability. For further information, please contact the contact officer.

About our Team





As part of the Directorate of Operational Data Management within the Navy Intelligence and Information Warfare (NI&IW;) Branch you will:

- Actively contribute to the development of policy guidance and frameworks that guide Navy’s Operational Data Management efforts.
- Build and sustain collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders and negotiate effectively to deliver outcomes.
- Be part of a team engaging with international partners on operational data management collaboration opportunities.
- Document relevant business requirements, business processes, data models, designs and specifications.
- Be accountable for accurate completion of work within timeframes, sharing own expertise with others and guiding and mentoring team members.

Our Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will have:

- An interest in the role that data plays in enabling warfighting capability.
- Strong analytical and research skills, and an ability to interpret and apply policy in defining business requirements.
- Experience engaging and collaborating with a variety of stakeholders while building and maintaining strong interpersonal relationships.
- Experience in preparing communications for complex and technical topics to non-technical audiences.
- Experience working in an integrated workforce.
- Strong ability to manage competing priorities and meet strict deadlines.
- Ability and willingness to learn new information and become a subject matter expert in operational data management.

Eligibility

Security Clearance

Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at Negative Vetting Level 2.

Getting to know the Department of Defence

The Department of Defence employs around 18,000 Australian Public Service (APS) employees. Defence APS employees work in a wide variety of critical roles, Australia wide, enabling our three services Navy, Army and Air Force, to do their job. Defence has a range of Australian Public Service (APS) career opportunities that offer interesting, challenging, and unique work. Our workforce includes administrative support, accountants, intelligence analysts, engineers, policy advisors, graphic designers, lawyers, social workers, IT specialists and contract managers to name a few. We offer a rewarding career that includes professional development, work-life balance, recognition, a adaptable and supportive work environment and a diverse workforce. To find out more about a career with Defence please visit https://www.defence.gov.au/jobs-careers

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📌 Navy Data Security Analyst (Canberra)
🏢 Department Of Defence
📍 Canberra