About Qontum

Senior advisors who have stood the watch.

Founded by veterans and senior public servants, we bring lived Defence experience into every advisory engagement. We help Defence, industry and partners navigate complex capability decisions with clarity and judgment.

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Our story

Founded by veterans, for Defence.

Qontum was established in 2021 by former Australian Defence Force officers and senior public servants with first-hand experience in acquisition and sustainment support to major capability programs. 

Our team has advised and supported projects across every domain — land, maritime, air, space and cyber. We bring our lived experience and passion for service into each engagement — ensuring our clients needs and mission are achieved.

We offer bespoke and tailored solutions. Through an agile and innovative approach — Qontum is your partner in capability readiness.

COMPANY VALUES & PRINCIPLES

Four commitments that shape every engagement.

Trusted advice

We provide honest, independent advice grounded in experience, evidence and sound judgement.

Outcomes focused

Focused on delivering real-world results that create lasting value for our clients.

Independent thinking

We challenge assumptions, bringing fresh perspectives and provide advice without bias.

Service excellence

Our expertise is built on decades of operational, capability and public sector leadership experience.

EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP TEAM

Meet the team leading Qontum.

PARTNERSHIPS

Trusted by industry and Defence.

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HEAD OFFICE
Southbank, VIC
LOCATIONS
Canberra · Brisbane · USA
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