To serve in the ADF you must be an Australian Citizen. If you are not an Australian Citizen, you may still be eligible to join the ADF if you meet certain criteria. Please visit the ADF Careers Eligibility Page for more details.
Your role:
As an Information Systems Technician, you'll be part of the Army's advanced information and communication systems team, the Signallers. You'll manage high-level military software and hardware that could determine the success of military operations.
Your duties include, but aren't limited to:
Installing and configuring computer systems as needed by military personnel
Preparing and deploying communications equipment in support of exercises and operations
Providing technical support on base and out in the field
Identifying and remediating software and hardware issues, plus analysing software performance
Ensuring cyber and network security is maintained and enforced to protect the Australian Defence Force's sensitive information
Establishing and continuing to monitor communications networks that allow command and control of deployed forces
You will enjoy benefits including, but not limited to:
Free medical and dental, including access to allied health, rehabilitation, and mental health specialists
Competitive salary package with incremental salary increases as you gain experience
Generous Superannuation of 16.4% - a huge 5.4% over the Australian standard
A subsidised home loan or rent allowance
Allowances and bonuses which recognise specialist skills and employment types
The ability to package your salary
Job security
Career progression and development
Good work/life balance
Travel opportunities
Excellent social and fitness facilities
Paid training
Location:
Information Systems Technicians are employed in all RA Sigs tactical units and in a number of strategic units that operate throughout Australia. The majority of positions are located in Melbourne, Darwin, Townsville, Brisbane and Sydney.
Salary:
In the Army you'll get paid a good salary from day one regardless of your age, experience or qualifications. Upon commencing training, your starting salary will be approximately $56,385 per annum plus 16.4% superannuation and your pay will increase as you progress through training.
On completion of your initial military training and initial employment training, you could earn $80,549 per annum plus generous super.
Apply now:
For this role, you must be an Australian citizen, over 17 at the time of enlistment, and have completed an Australian Year 10 education (or equivalent) with passes in English and Mathematics. If you are not an Australian Citizen you may still be eligible to join the ADF if you meet certain criteria, please visit the ADF Careers Eligibility Page for more details.
You must also be able to successfully obtain a security clearance and meet the minimum medical and fitness requirements.
Click the APPLY button to start your journey to becoming an Army Information Systems Technician and we'll get in contact with you shortly.
You can also visit the link below to view the full position description and learn more about life in the Army: Information Systems Technician - ADF Careers
