AIC Officer - Canberra(preferred) or Perth based

IAG Defence and National Security; Canberra; On-site; AUD 200,000 - 213,000; Full time

Job summary

IAG Defence & National Security in Canberra (preferred) or Perth is seeking an experienced AIC Officer to support Australian Industry Capability activities on a major Defence program. You will manage engagement, reporting and compliance under the AIC Manager, maintaining governance artefacts and stakeholder communications.

You will bring NV1 clearance and Defence program experience, with strong analytical and documentation skills to deliver accurate records and dashboards for Commonwealth

Qualifications

• Current NV1 security clearance and Defence program experience.
• Understanding of AIC policy and Defence procurement frameworks.
• Ability to prepare structured reports and compliance artefacts.
• Experience with governance artefacts, registers and engagement logs.
• Navy/Maritime domain experience and involvement in major naval programs.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and maintaining AIC Plans and supporting documentation.
• Conduct capability scans, SME research and market mapping.
• Track AIC activities and deliverables, assisting with reports, dashboards and briefings.
• Maintain governance artefacts, registers, engagement logs and compliance evidence.
• Support stakeholder discussions and prepare meeting notes, action logs and follow-up items.

Skills

Security clearance NV1

Defence acquisition

AIC analytics

Engagement & governance

Written communication

Navy/Maritime domain

Stakeholder coordination

Capability development

Reporting dashboards

ASDEFCON knowledge

Education

Engineering/Commerce/PM/Defence studies

Job description

Canberra(preferred) or Perth, based | Requires a current AGSVA NV1 Clearance

About Us

IAG Defence & National Security (DNS) is part of IAG, a specialist advisory firm supporting complex infrastructure, Defence and national security programs across Australia. Our DNS team works closely with Commonwealth agencies and industry partners to deliver specialist expertise into nationally significant programs. Our success depends on our ability to identify, engage and mobilise highly specialised talent quickly and effectively. IAG is recognised as a Veteran Friendly Employer under the Veteran Employment Program.

The Role

We're looking for an experienced AIC Officer to support the delivery of Australian Industry Capability activities on behalf of a major Defence program. This is a great opportunity for a Defence-experienced professional to play a hands-on role in industry engagement, reporting and compliance, working closely under the direction of the AIC Manager. You'll bring strong organisational discipline and a collaborative approach, helping maintain accurate records and reporting for Commonwealth stakeholders across a significant naval Defence program.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and maintaining AIC Plans and supporting documentation
• Conduct capability scans, SME research and market mapping, supporting engagement with SMEs and primes
• Track AIC activities and deliverables, assisting with reports, dashboards and briefings
• Maintain governance artefacts, registers, engagement logs and compliance evidence
• Support stakeholder discussions and prepare meeting notes, action logs and follow-up items

Required

• Current NV1 security clearance
• Experience in Defence acquisition or sustainment programs
• Understanding of AIC policy and Defence procurement frameworks
• Experience in industry engagement or capability assessment
• Ability to prepare structured reports and compliance artefacts, with strong written communication skills
• Ability to analyse capability, commercial or technical information
• Experience coordinating activities across multiple stakeholders, with strong organisation and governance discipline
• Navy or Maritime domain experience, including prior involvement in major naval programs
• Understanding of SME capability development or innovation pathways
• Experience with AIC analytics or reporting dashboards
• Knowledge of ASDEFCON frameworks and DID AIC requirements
• Experience supporting workshops or capability demonstrations
• Qualifications in engineering, commerce, project management or Defence studies

Salary

$200,000-212,800 total package

What We Offer

With offices in Perth, Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney and Canberra, we're a tight-knit team working across some of Australia's most critical Defence and national security programs. We value expertise, collaboration and flexibility, providing our people with opportunities to contribute to meaningful and technically challenging projects.

We can offer great work, great people, great culture, great conditions, and an all-round great time whilst you continue building a rewarding career in the Defence and national security sector. As part of IAG, you'll be joining a team of more than 250 professionals.

Most opportunities advertised by IAG Defence & National Security are subject to client approval, security validation and contractual confirmation. Employment or engagement will only be offered following successful client acceptance and completion of all required pre-engagement checks and onboarding activities.

Please note: as this role may support a Defence program, a Defence employment moratorium period may apply to current or recently separated ADF/APS personnel seeking to move into industry roles. If you are currently serving or have recently left Defence, we'd recommend confirming your eligibility to apply before submitting.