Defence & National Security Strategy Advisor

KordaMentha Pty; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional Development

Flexibility

Career Growth

Leave That Works for You

Culture & Connection

Family Support

Health & Wellbeing

Job summary

KordaMentha Pty is seeking professionals to bolster its Defence and National Security DNS team. The role offers opportunities across Melbourne, Canberra, Perth and Sydney, working on nationally significant matters with a growing pipeline.

You will help navigate complex challenges, deliver practical outcomes, and advance your career in a supportive, results‑driven environment. Joining DNS means collaborating with diverse stakeholders, translating complex issues into clear advice, and shaping

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in Defence, national security, government or an aligned industry.
• Consulting, advisory, delivery or specialist experience relevant to one or more of our service areas.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex issues into clear, actionable insights.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities with a pragmatic approach to ambiguous situations.
• Sound judgement, commercial acumen and a collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Support analysis and delivery, lead workstreams, and advise senior clients.
• Manage engagements or help grow the team and market presence.
• Deliver practical outcomes in complex, high‑stakes environments.

Skills

Defence experience

National security

Consulting/advisory

Analytical thinking

Strong communication

Job description

KordaMentha Pty is seeking professionals to bolster its Defence and National Security DNS team. The role offers opportunities across Melbourne, Canberra, Perth and Sydney, working on nationally significant matters with a growing pipeline.

You will help navigate complex challenges, deliver practical outcomes, and advance your career in a supportive, results‑driven environment. Joining DNS means collaborating with diverse stakeholders, translating complex issues into clear advice, and shaping