- Career development opportunities
- Competitive rewards and benefits
- Flexible working options
About the Role
As the ICT and Cyber Security Manager, you will lead a high-performing team responsible for delivering the Network and Security stream across the Enhanced Defence High Frequency Communications System and related projects.
Your leadership will guide complex technical investigations, systems engineering activities, and integration and testing efforts across dedicated facilities and operational sites.
You will be accountable for ensuring the correct application of engineering processes, tools and governance aligned with Babcock policies, supporting program delivery throughout the design, delivery, acceptance and sustainment phases.
You will also contribute to broader project outcomes through planning and monitoring team performance, supporting business development activities, and acting as a technical authority when delegated.
About You
You are an experienced engineering leader with approximately extensive experience in technical roles and at least two years managing engineering or technical delivery functions.
You bring deep knowledge of ICT and cyber security principles and are proficient in engineering toolsets and you are confident making complex engineering decisions that influence product integrity and lifecycle outcomes.
You excel in communication, collaboration and problem-solving, and you thrive in environments where technical rigour and stakeholder engagement are critical.
With a commitment to innovation, quality and safe engineering practice, you actively promote best practice, mentor others, and contribute to the development of sustainable and future-focused solutions for Babcock and its customers.
To be successful in this position you will bring:
- Extensive relevant experience in relatable technical/engineering roles.
- Experience in managing applicable engineering function and/or technical delivery.
- A good understanding of applicable engineering toolsets (e.g. PLM or MRP systems, design, simulation and analysis software).
- Knowledge of ICT and Cyber Security principles especially in High Frequency communications.
- Familiarity of ILS, RAM, Safety and E3 processes and requirements.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team to achieve desired results
Your future at Babcock – what we offer you
- We provide an agile work environment where you’re able to work onsite and remotely, and to set you up for this we provide a laptop and working from home kit if required, in addition we offer compressed hours which can provide you even more flexibility;
- Our work life integration policy brings together leave entitlements which include annual leave, wellbeing leave, volunteer leave, paid parental leave, defence reservist leave plus more;
- We will provide you with a supportive and engaging environment where you can grow your career, supported by our capability framework plus ongoing access to self-led learning modules through LinkedIn Learning and access to study leave;
- You’ll have access to beRewarded which will provide you with endless discounts across retail, health, entertainment, travel and much more, plus novated leasing options and corporate shares plan;
- Your wellbeing is supported through our online wellbeing program Munch, Mind, Move, Money, access to our employee assistance program plus wellbeing leave;
- You’ll be able to participate in our weRecognise program which is an opportunity to recognise the outstanding work our people do each and every day in living our principles which are Be kind, Collaborate, Be Curious, Think Outcomes, Be Courageous and Own & Deliver.
Who we are
Babcock International Group, the aerospace and defence company, has been trusted to deliver bespoke, highly skilled engineering services for over a century.
Across Australia and New Zealand, Babcock has grown to a team of over 1,700 talented people, and we are on a path of continued growth and expansion.
We operate across sectors such as defence, commercial marine, aviation, airports, communications, emergency services and engineering consultancy.
Some of the programs our team across Australia and New Zealand are proud to be a part of involve:
- Providing emergency medical and search & rescue aviation services through our Aviation & Critical Services business;
- Designing and supporting key systems for submarines and surface ships through our Marine business;
- Providing fleet wide through life support and asset management services for Navy customers;
- Managing critical assets for a range of sectors through our Mission & Support Systems business.
So, if you would like to join us and help create a safe and secure world, together, please apply via the ‘Apply Now’ button below.
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