Defence Graduate Program – Information and Communication Technology Stream

The Chief Information Officer Group (CIOG), within the Department of Defence, is responsible for ensuring that Defence has a dependable, secure and integrated Single Information Environment (SIE) to support Defence business and military operations.

The defence has one of the largest ICT networks in Australia and support Defence operations around the world.
 
The Information and Communication Technology Stream takes twelve months to complete and comprises three information technology rotations of four months each. The first of these are undertaken in Canberra with the possibility of travel. This Pathway is open to graduates with tertiary qualifications in ICT.

In each rotation, you will have real tasks and responsibilities, and be fully integrated into the work team to ensure you reach your full potential.

The ideal candidate would be someone who has an understanding and a passion for ICT is enthusiastic, outcomes-focused, has good communication skills, and is committed to their personal and professional development. CIOG is seeking applications from candidates who have a blend of technical (cybersecurity, project management, networking) and soft (relationship management, communication, presentation, leadership) skills which can help them to understand the way CIOG operates in a business environment while focusing on providing ICT solutions to Defence's stakeholders. CIOG places an emphasis on teamwork and complex problem solving by identifying efficiencies and opportunities for innovation.

We are looking for graduates with the following skills and abilities to:

• Innovative and are always looking for opportunities to improve both themselves and the organisation;
• Be enthusiastic and willing to have a go at new things;
• Be passionate about ICT and want to know more;
• Communicate clearly and effectively;
• Work well in a team environment;
• Assist with development and management of ICT projects; and
• Assist with supporting the important ICT capability of Defence.

Our professions include:

• Cyber Security
• ICT Architecture
• ICT Strategy
• Innovation
• ICT Service Management
• IT Vendor Management
• IT Project Support and Management
• Business Analyst

Quick Details

Salary: $68,442 pa + 15.4% superannuation. Upon successful completion of the program, graduates will advance to APS 4: $76,215 + 15.4% superannuation.
Program: 12 months – 3 x 4 month rotations
Eligibility: Australian Citizens only
Location: Canberra (interstate rotations outside of Canberra are available)