Group Lead, ICT Training Systems (Defence)

Location: Homebush, NSW and HMAS Watson, NSW, Australia; regular onsite attendance is required, typically three days per week at HMAS Watson and one day per week at Homebush. Some travel may be required for operational and project needs.

Company

hirify.global develops simulation, training, and mission-readiness solutions for critical operations worldwide.

What you will do

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of ICT professionals supporting Defence training systems and services.
• Provide technical leadership across systems administration, ICT infrastructure, and support services.
• Ensure operational support, sustainment activities, and ongoing system improvements are delivered successfully.
• Partner with engineering, project, and business leaders to develop technical solutions and meet customer requirements.
• Contribute technical expertise, solution development, and resource planning to bids and proposals.
• Manage subcontractor and supplier relationships while driving risk management and operational excellence.

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience leading technical engineering, ICT, or systems administration teams.
• Strong understanding of ICT infrastructure, system administration, and support environments.
• Experience managing technical resources, contractors, and competing operational priorities.
• Ability to engage effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience contributing to technical solution development, project delivery, or bid activities.
• Australian Citizenship and eligibility to obtain and maintain an Australian Defence Security Clearance are required.

Nice to have

• Experience in Defence or Defence industry environments.
• Experience supporting training, simulation, mission, or operational systems.
• Knowledge of Defence security, governance, and accreditation requirements.
• Experience managing complex ICT environments supporting critical operations.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications or industry certifications.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to contribute to Australian Defence capability.
• Exposure to advanced Defence training and simulation technologies.
• Access to an ADF Reserve Service Policy.
• Wellness subsidy, Fitness Passport, insurance cover, and generous parental leave.
• Employee Share Scheme and career opportunities in a global business.