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Our Mission is Australia's Security

Protecting our nation's critical systems with human-led, sovereign-secured Defence solutions.

TRULY AUSTRALIAN

Our Mission is Australia's Security

Protecting our nation's critical systems with human-led, sovereign-secured Defence solutions.

DEFENCE CONNECT

SPOTLIGHT: The future of Defence’s digital transformation.

With Leighton Freene and Murray Thompson, Kinetic IT

In this episode of the Defence Connect Spotlight podcast, host Steve Kuper is joined by Leighton Freene and Murray Thompson of Kinetic IT as they unpack the mechanics shaping the digital transformation of the Australian Defence Force.
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THE NEXT RENDEZVOUS

Meet us at MilCIS.

We're backing Australia's Defence technology community as sponsors of MilCIS 2025.

Our team of veterans and service specialists will have boots on the ground, ready to show how Kinetic IT keeps Defence connected, resilient and moving forward.
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PROUDLY SUPPORTING

Australian Defence Force Veterans and Reservists as their mission evolves.

PROUDLY SUPPORTING

Australian Defence Force Veterans and Reservists as their mission evolves.

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CREW STORIES

Our Next Mission: Supporting Yours

Our people know what it means to serve. From the ADF to Kinetic IT, they carry that same sense of duty into every project and every system - strengthening Australia’s digital defence from the inside out. Their stories could inspire your next initiative.

CREW STORIES

Our Next Mission: Supporting Yours

Our people know what it means to serve. From the ADF to Kinetic IT, they carry that same sense of duty into every project and every system - strengthening Australia’s digital defence from the inside out. Their stories could inspire your next initiative.

Jason Greenall
Australian Army
Meet Jason Greenall

“At first, service was a chance for adventure and to challenge myself. It soon became about serving alongside likeminded people and helping those less fortunate.”

Now supporting a serving ADF partner and delivering capability to Defence through Kinetic IT, Jason continues to embody those same values — enabling others to achieve their mission.

Zoë King
Australian Army
Meet Zoë King

“Service teaches resilience, adaptability, and teamwork — all qualities that translate directly into technology and customer service.”

As part of Kinetic IT’s Defence and National Security portfolio, Zoë applies her lived experience to strengthen collaboration and outcomes for customers across critical operations.

Ryan Gray
Australian Army
Meet Ryan Gray

“Helping others reach their potential has always been part of who I am — from coaching on the sports field to mentoring veterans into new careers.”

After 27 years in the Army Reserve, Ryan now leads operations at Kinetic IT’s Defence ICT Service Delivery team at Leeuwin Barracks, supporting veterans and their families as they transition into civilian careers.

William Cleverly
Australian Army
Meet Bill Cleverley

“Service is about committing to something greater than yourself — being part of a family that always works together to achieve the objective.”

Drawing on his Defence background in electronics and teamwork, Bill brings that same dedication to his 25-year career in ICT. He’s proud to work for an organisation that values service and supports Australia’s Defence community.

Neil Plunkett
Royal Australian Navy
Meet Neil Plunkett

“Many aspects of the tech industry parallel the work of a chef — both require creativity, problem-solving, and the ability to develop effective solutions.”

A former Royal Australian Navy member, Neil now leads a team within Kinetic IT’s State Government portfolio, applying his Defence-honed leadership and safety focus to build strong, capable teams.

WHY KINETIC IT

Trusted. Sovereign. Mission-Ready.

Australia’s national security depends on more than technology. It relies on trusted people, proven systems and sovereign capability.

Kinetic IT partners with Defence and National Security organisations to design, operate and secure mission-critical ICT environments – bringing together front-line experience with proven expertise across service integration, cyber resilience and cloud transformation. 

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OUR SOLUTIONS

Delivered by Australian Experts.

Powered by a National Network of Australian Capability.

Intelligent Workplace

Create a secure and connected environment where your people can work seamlessly anytime, anywhere.

Empower your teams to collaborate and perform effectively through: 

  • Secure digital workplace solutions that simplify access and communication 
  • Training and adoption programs that build digital confidence 
  • Smart automation to enhance productivity and reduce manual effort

Digital Infrastructure

Build the backbone of your organisation with reliable, scalable infrastructure that performs when it matters most.

Our specialists deliver:

  • Cloud, infrastructure, and platform management 
  • Network and network security services 
  • Performance optimisation and proactive maintenance

Threat Detection & Incident Response

Detect, respond, and recover from threats with confidence through our dedicated 24x7x365 Security Operations Centre.

Our SOC provides 24/7 protection:

  • Continuous monitoring and threat intelligence 
  • Real-time incident detection and response coordination 
  • Proactive security improvements and post-incident analysis 

Hybrid & Private Cloud Integration

Achieve mission-ready performance with cloud environments designed for flexibility, control, and security.

We help the nation’s most critical institutions integrate and optimise via:

  • Hybrid and private cloud environments
  • Secure data management and workload migration
  • Tailored governance and compliance frameworks

ServiceNow Platform Enablement

Transform how your organisation delivers and manages services with the power of ServiceNow.

Our platform experts enable:

  • Workflow automation and self-service capabilities 
  • Seamless integration across IT and business systems 
  • End-to-end visibility for improved decision-making and service quality

Service Integration & Systems

Unify complex IT ecosystems for greater control, agility, and performance.

Our integration approach ensures:

  • Seamless coordination between suppliers and systems 
  • Centralised governance and reporting 
  • Optimised service delivery aligned to operational goals
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Let's map out your next horizon.

Connect with Zoë King and explore how sovereign, secure and human-led ICT can serve your people, and your future. 

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Zoë King

Head of Regional Transformation and ADF Officer in Reserve