Lead RF Security Assessment Specialist-Canberra, Brisbane or Melbourne(AW5)

Canberra, Brisbane or Melbourne | Onsite | ability to reinstate AGSVA TSPV Required

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 are seeking a highly experienced Lead RF Security Assessment Specialist to support critical national security and technology programs. This role will suit a senior technical professional with deep expertise in radio frequency (RF) engineering, specialist security testing, and vulnerability assessment within highly sensitive environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead specialist RF security assessment and compliance activities.
• Conduct technical testing, analysis and reporting to identify vulnerabilities and security risks.
• Provide recommendations to improve system resilience and security controls.
• Deliver technical briefings, knowledge transfer and training to a variety of audiences.
• Support the development and enhancement of testing methodologies and assessment frameworks.
• Perform detailed RF measurements and analysis using specialised laboratory equipment.
• Contribute to technical capability development initiatives and mentor junior practitioners.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with government, industry and technical stakeholders.
• Assist organisations in understanding, assessing and mitigating complex technical security risks.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

•  Extensive experience in RF engineering, testing or technical security assessment environments.
• Strong understanding of vulnerability assessment methodologies and security risk identification.
• Experience conducting complex technical investigations, testing and analysis activities.
• Proven ability to prepare high-quality technical reports and communicate findings to stakeholders.
• Experience working with laboratory-grade RF measurement equipment and associated technologies.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to work independently while leading specialist technical activities.

Required

• Australian Citizenship is mandatory.
• Ability to reinstate AGSVA TSPV Security Clearance is required.
• Candidates must be eligible to work within highly secure environments.
• Additional organisational suitability assessments may be required prior to commencement.
• Ability to work onsite, 5 days a week at minimum for the initial 6 months

Additional Information

• Highly regarded experience includes:
• Delivery of technical training, mentoring or capability development programs.
• RF compliance testing, electromagnetic interference (EMI), electromagnetic compatibility (EMC), or related testing disciplines.
• Software Defined Radio (SDR) technologies.
• Experience within Defence, national security, intelligence or other highly regulated environments.

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.