Export Control Officer (SB28)

Fyshwick, ACT Based (No Remote Working — ACT Based Only) | Requires a current AGSVA NV1 Clearance

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’re looking for an experienced Export Control Officer to join a Defence communications program team in Canberra. This is a great opportunity for someone with strong export controls knowledge to help the Commonwealth and industry obtain and maintain access to advanced military communications technology.

You’ll work with a significant degree of autonomy, liaising with industry counterparts to progress export control approvals and supporting the organisation’s broader export controls framework.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop export control approval application packages, including third-party retransfers and technical assistance agreements
• Support technology and data releases to industry and Defence stakeholders
• Support auditing and record keeping of export controls agreements
• Assist with the development and maturation of the organisation’s export controls management framework
• Manage stakeholder engagement with internal teams and external industry counterparts

Required

• Current NV1 security clearance
• Experience in and knowledge of US export controls and International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)
• Experience in Foreign Military Sales (FMS) and Direct Commercial Sales (DCS)
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work with limited guidance, demonstrating initiative and sound judgement

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.

Please note: as this role may support a Defence program, a Defence employment moratorium period may apply to current or recently separated ADF/APS personnel seeking to move into industry roles. If you are currently serving or have recently left Defence, we’d recommend confirming your eligibility to apply before submitting.