The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) is an independent Commonwealth statutory authority responsible for the regulation of broadcasting, radiocommunications, telecommunications and some online content.

This work underpins our vision for a connected, informed and entertained Australia.

Who we are The Communications Infrastructure Division manages the planning and availability of radiofrequency spectrum. It manages the issue and renewal of licences for broadcasting, radiocommunications and telecommunications services, in addition to monitoring the compliance of services with technical standards and licence conditions.

The Licensing and Infrastructure Safeguards Branch is responsible for the issue and renewal of licences for broadcasting, radiocommunications and telecommunications services, monitoring and compliance activities for services and devices with technical standards and licence conditions. The Branch also oversees various telecommunications infrastructure matters, including technical regulation, carrier licensing, submarine cable and carrier infrastructure deployment arrangements.

The Spectrum Management Project (SMP) team plays a critical role in supporting the ACMA’s spectrum management and licencing functions. The team is focused on delivering a modern replacement for the SPECTRA system. Working closely with the various business areas of the Communications Infrastructure Division, the SMP team is focused on improving business processes, automating key regulatory activities, enhancing service delivery, and ensuring the ACMA has a sustainable and efficient platform to manage spectrum, licensing and compliance obligations into the future.

About the role

As a Business Analyst – Spectrum Management System (SMS) Project, you will work closely with business stakeholders, subject matter experts, software developers, solution architects,



testers and project leaders to understand business needs and help shape creative digital solutions. The activities and responsibilities associated with this role are project-dependent and will continue until the completion of the project or achievement of key project deliverables.

Working in an agile environment, you will be involved throughout the project lifecycle, from discovery and requirements definition to testing, implementation and business adoption. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to solve complex business challenges and support the successful delivery of a high-profile government program.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to broaden your business analysis, stakeholder engagement and problem-solving skills while making a meaningful contribution to a project that will shape the future of spectrum management in Australia.

The Business Analyst – Spectrum Management System (SMS) Project responsibilities will include:

- Working closely with stakeholders to gather, analyse, and document business requirements for the new system.
- Translating business needs into functional specifications and user stories for Agile development teams.
- Supporting process improvement initiatives by identifying gaps and recommending solutions.
- Collaborating with technical teams to ensure requirements are understood and implemented effectively.
- Assisting in testing and validation to ensure deliverables meet business objectives.
- Contributing to governance and reporting by providing insights on requirement progresses, risks, and dependencies.

To be eligible for employment with ACMA, applicants must be Australian citizens.

The successful candidate will also be required to obtain and maintain a Baseline security clearance. More information on the security clearance vetting process is available on the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency (AGSVA) website.

Suitable candidates will be placed in a merit pool from this selection process and may be used to fill similar non-ongoing roles in other areas of ACMA.

📌 Business Analyst - Spectrum Management System (SMS) Project (Belconnen)
🏢 Australian Communications and Media Authority
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