AI Governance Specialist

About the Company

Our client’s primary role is to defend Australia and its national interests, promote security and stability, and support the Australian community as directed by the Government.

About the role

As an Artificial Intelligence (AI) governance specialist to work within an integrated team of technical personnel, implementing a scalable AI governance framework, providing expert advice on the responsible use of AI, and overseeing governance and assurance activities to support senior executive assurance.

Role Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice to embed responsible‑use principles across AI and data initiatives; oversee governance and assurance activities, including reviews of impact statements and audits; contribute to and maintain AI policies, standards, guidelines, training, and documentation; and promote organisation‑wide awareness to strengthen AI maturity and assurance.
• By staying informed on the latest AI technologies, you will advise on complex problems; apply appropriate techniques, methodologies, and procedures; identify and track AI model inconsistencies; incorporate user feedback to drive improvements; and deliver high‑quality, timely products aligned with Defence mission objectives.

The successful candidate will bring demonstrated experience in governance, assurance, risk management, or compliance within complex ICT, technology, or policy environments. They will possess strong knowledge of AI governance principles and the responsible use of emerging technologies, with the ability to develop, implement, and continuously improve governance frameworks, policies, and assurance processes.

The successful candidate will demonstrate attributes of SFIA Level of Responsibility 5.

What is on offer

• 12-month contract, with 2 x 12-month extension options.
• Competitive hourly rate.

Security Requirements:

To be eligible for this role, you must be an Australian Citizen. Due to the work environment, our client has requested that all candidates are required to hold a current TSPV Security Clearance. The successful candidate will need to undergo an additional security assessment before commencing in the role.

How to Apply

Please upload your resume to apply. Please provide a supporting statement highlighting your skills, experience, and capability against the position description to complete this application process. We will be in touch with instructions for suitably skilled candidates. Submission closes by COB, Thursday 27th August 2026.

Please call Kandice Halls on 0480 002 461 for any further information. Candidates will need to be willing to undergo pre-employment screening checks which may include, ID and work rights, security clearance verification, and any other client-requested checks.


Why partner with Whizdom?

We’re Whizdom. We view you as an extension of our strong, dependable brand and have differentiators which really are different! The Whizdom way:

• We pay our contractors same day you submit your timesheet!
• We are Level 3, DISP certified and have signed the Veteran Employment Commitment and been awarded the highest level of compliance to this important initiative, proactively assisting veterans transitioning from the forces to civilian roles. We’ve been lucky enough to win industry awards for our high level of process compliance and are ISO 9001 certified. Our commitment to reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions has been accredited in line with large global organisations.
• We value diversity and welcome applications from Indigenous Australians, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people living with a disability.

Our team of talented people are passionate about your experience, doing the right thing always, with a focus on your long-term career goals. We even give you a best in industry merch pack! Even if this role isn’t the exact fit for you, we would love a chat, contact us to find out more!