Senior Business Analyst

Cleared Recruitment is supporting the Department of Industry, Science and Resources (DISR) in sourcing experienced Business Analysts to deliver key ICT projects, including initiatives in AI and emerging technologies.

RFQ Closing Date: Friday, 06 February 2026
Estimated Start Date: Monday, 09 March 2026
Initial Contract Duration: 12 months with up to 2 extensions
Location: ACT - Hybrid
Security Clearance: Baseline

Job Specific role description
The Department of Industry, Science and Resources and our broader portfolio are integral to the Australian Government’s economic agenda. Our purpose is to help the government build a better future for all Australians through enabling a productive, resilient and sustainable economy, enriched by science and technology. We do this by:

• growing innovative and competitive businesses, industries and regions
• investing in science and technology
• strengthening the resources sector.

The Chief Information Officer Division (CIOD) provides a range of enabling services and operations delivery to the department and to Australian businesses and is seeking experienced and motivated Business Analysts to assist with the delivery of various ICT Projects across the Division including artificial intelligence and emerging technology.

Key duties and responsibilities

• Experience in analysis and modelling of current and future business processes and information management environments
• Analyse data related requirements, user pathways and information flows
• Conduct stakeholder engagement activities, analyse customer and business requirements, and collaborate with technical specialists to develop fit for purpose solutions to business problems
• Develop clear and concise documents including business requirements specifications, business cases, functional & non-functional specifications, process maps, user stories, service design artefacts, communication & change management plans, and reports
• Conduct investigations and undertake technical research & analysis activities based on systems knowledge in alignment with departmental policies and legislations
• Evaluate options for solutions (custom and configured) and translate business requirements into technical and functional requirements
• Analyse proposed solutions from a strategic viewpoint considering the broad ranging benefits and impacts across the department and government as a whole
• Experience working in Agile environment to develop requirements artefacts for complex IT systems including website development

How to apply:
Send your CV or reach out to Ashleigh at Cleared.

At Cleared Recruitment, we provide tailored recruitment solutions to individuals with a background in ICT, Engineering, Cyber and Project Services, who are seeking their next opportunity within Defence Industry, Federal Government, Intelligence and National Security.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees and job applicants are treated with respect and dignity. Therefore, we strongly encourage veterans and individuals with Defence experience to apply. The same applies to candidates who are of an indigenous origin.