Data Analytics and Information Systems Graduate Program

• generous conditions, including a starting salary of $67,905 plus 15.4% super
• engaging, interesting work that supports accountability and integrity in government
• flexible working arrangements and a positive culture of work-life balance
• promotion to a higher classification at the completion of your graduate program
• extensive learning and development opportunities to support your career goals 

We're seeking graduates with an interest or background in data science, business information systems, IT engineering or IT security (and other similar fields) to join our 2025 graduate program in Canberra. As a data analyst at the ANAO, you’ll help discover insights into government policies and programs as you develop scripts, visualisations and pipelines to answer audit-related questions. Or as an IT auditor, you’ll investigate and evaluate the vast IT infrastructure used by the government to deliver services to the Australian people. 

See what other grads don’t in 2024

Start your career with a graduate experience like no other. The role the ANAO plays in keeping government accountable to the Parliament and the public makes us truly unique in the fields of government and audit. 

See and be different at the ANAO: 

• get a bird’s eye view of how government works, working across the public service — an experience you can’t get anywhere else
• have an impact on the government, keeping them accountable for their use of public resources and promoting meaningful change
• see your work published and tabled in Parliament
• learn from the best, with exposure and access to senior leadership at the ANAO (including the Auditor-General), as well as at the agencies we audit. 

Work at the cutting edge of modelling and audit automation — or with some of the biggest IT systems in the Southern Hemisphere

Our data analysts use problem-solving and programming expertise to analyse complex and varied data across a wide range of topics. If this is your area of expertise, you’ll work with innovative technology for statistical modelling, data mining, text mining and process mining to help us examine the big public issues of the day — from mass-scale infrastructure projects through to the delivery of services to communities. 

On the other hand, our IT auditors examine the systems, platforms and networks used by government agencies, as well as their IT policies and procedures. In an IT audit role, you’ll evaluate whether these are functioning properly, keeping information secure and achieving intended goals and objectives. You’ll audit systems used by some of the Australian Government’s biggest departments (e.g. Australian Taxation Office, Department of Defence, Services Australia) and a host of small to medium-sized agencies, authorities and companies. Job variety is guaranteed!

If you’ve completed a data analytics, business information systems, engineering or IT security degree in the last seven years — or have a strong interest in these areas — we want to hear from you! Other characteristics that will help you flourish at the ANAO include:

• strong written and verbal communication skills
• creative and critical thinking
• flexibility and adaptability
• well-developed conceptual and analytical abilities
• a strong sense of purpose and the drive to achieve.

Who we are 

The Australian National Audit Office is a specialist public sector agency that supports the Auditor-General of Australia in conducting financial, performance and performance statement audits of Australian Government agencies. 

Driven by our strong culture of integrity, independence and high performance, our audit reports support accountability and transparency in government. We’re proud of the way our work keeps the Parliament and the public informed of government agencies’ exercise of authority and expenditure of public funds. 

Who can apply

To be eligible to apply, you must have completed your university degree within the last seven years or be in your final year of study.

You must also be an Australian citizen willing to undergo a security clearance process and relocate to Canberra (we can assist with relocation costs). 

Get more information

Find out what else you’ll see that other grads don’t — explore our website.

Applications for our 2025 graduate program close on 8 May 2024. Don’t miss out!

Expected commencement date

October 2024 or February 2025

Contact

Email [email protected] or call (02) 6203 7741