Strategic Planning Consultant

Job details

• Posted05 June 2026
• SalaryNegotiable
• LocationCanberra
• Job type Contract
• Discipline Customer Experience
• Reference90M0709738_1780640408

Job description

• Location: Canberra ACT
• Initial Contract: 18 months contract + 2 X 12 months extension
• Must be an Australian Citizen with an active NV1 clearance

We are seeking a senior Strategic Planning Consultant to provide high-level professional and technical ICT services within the Department of Defence. In this role, you will play a critical part in a major capability transformation program, supporting the alignment of organizational demand, structure, and future strategies.

You will represent organizational interests in technical forums while delivering Subject Matter Expert (SME) advice to Defence leadership across program management, capability development, and long-term planning activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and shape the future planning of upcoming projects, requirements, and long-term capability strategies.
• Facilitate the implementation of enterprise strategies through dedicated implementation plans and strategic working groups.
• Drive the ongoing alignment and coordination of activities across service management ways of working, target ICT operating models, and network sustainment plans.
• Engage closely with diverse Defence stakeholders to ensure national and international strategy developments are captured and leadership is updated on progress.
• Cohere strategic inputs and outputs from a variety of local and international forums to directly inform broader organizational developments.

Technical Skill & Experience

• A minimum active Negative Vetting 1 (NV1) security clearance is mandatory.
• Relevant certifications, qualifications, and proven experience in ICT strategic planning and future capability mapping.
• A strong understanding of Data-Centric Security, Zero Trust frameworks, architectures, and standards.
• Demonstrated ability to engage directly with national and international stakeholders to lead and contribute to the production of complex strategic artifacts.

If you are ready to take on this exciting opportunity, we encourage you to apply by clicking the " Apply Now" Button. Only suitable candidates will be contacted.

FinXL does not accept unsolicited resumes or appreciate unsolicited calls from recruitment agencies.

FinXL encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.