Salary range Grade 5.2: $118,058 - $129,273 (this range is subject to increase following current EBA negotiations)
Lead cloud, cyber security and information management initiatives
Hybrid Working: We offer a flexible working environment, with this role requiring an on-site presence of four days per week to foster strong collaboration, relationship building and effective delivery of key technology initiatives.
At VIT, our Technology team plays a critical role in enabling secure, secure and innovative digital services that support our people, stakeholders and strategic objectives.
We are seeking an experienced Senior Cloud Engineer to drive cloud performance, cyber security maturity, compliance and governance across the organisation.
About the role
As the Senior Cloud Engineer, you will provide strategic and operational management across our cloud platforms, information security programs and information management practices.
Reporting to the Business Systems Manager, you will oversee our Microsoft-based technology environment, ensuring systems and data remain secure, compliant and effectively governed. This role offers the chance to combine hands‑on technical expertise with strategic planning, stakeholder engagement and vendor management responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and optimise VIT's Microsoft cloud environment, including Microsoft 365, Azure, Entra ID and Microsoft Defender, ensuring secure, reliable and scalable services.
- Drive cloud governance, change management and continuous improvement initiatives across platforms and systems.
- Strengthen VIT's cyber security posture through the development and implementation of security policies, controls, compliance activities and risk management practices.
- Lead incident response, business continuity and disaster recovery planning to safeguard organisational operations and data.
- Provide expert technical advice and advanced support for complex cloud, infrastructure and security-related issues.
- Build and manage effective relationships with technology vendors, service providers and internal stakeholders to deliver high-quality outcomes.
- Contribute to ICT strategy, technology planning, budgeting and the delivery of innovative, business‑aligned technology solutions.
About you
You are a highly capable cloud and security professional with a strong technical foundation and a passion for delivering secure, reliable and scalable technology solutions.
- Demonstrated experience managing Microsoft cloud environments, including Microsoft 365, Azure, Entra ID and Microsoft Defender.
- Strong knowledge of cloud architecture, cyber security frameworks, compliance and risk management practices.
- Experience developing and implementing security controls, incident response plans and business continuity processes.
- Expertise in cloud governance, change management and technical auditing.
- Strong analytical, problem‑solving and communication skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts into business outcomes.
- Experience contributing to technology strategy, budgeting and service improvement initiatives.
- Desirable to have -Advanced Microsoft cloud and security certifications including Azure Solutions Architect (AZ-305), Cybersecurity Architect (SC-100), Security Operations Analyst (SC-200) or Identity and Access Administrator (SC-300).
Why Join Us
- Influence technology decisions that directly support organisational outcomes.
- A collaborative and supportive team environment where ideas and contributions are valued.
- Be part of a team committed to innovation, continuous improvement and delivering meaningful impact.
Recruitment and selection process
During the recruitment and selection process, shortlisted applicants may be asked to submit to various assessment tools and pre-employment screenings. This may include consent to conduct a nationally coordinated criminal history check.
Applications close: 17 August 2026
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Education, Training & Professional Development
The Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) is an independent statutory authority for the teaching profession, whose primary function is to regulate members of the teaching profession.
It is a legal requirement for all teachers to be registered with VIT in order to be employed in a school.
We will only grant registration and allow registration to continue where a person is appropriately qualified and is fit to teach in schools.
The VIT was established by the Victorian Institute of Teaching Act 2001 in December 2002.
The Education and Training Reform Act 2006 [the Act] amalgamated all relevant education and training Acts (including the Victorian Institute of Teaching Act 2001), and was proclaimed 1 July 2007.
Further substantial amendments to the legislation were enacted in 2010, with effect from 1 January 2011. The
VIT continues in operation under and subject to the Act (as amended).
Our purpose
To regulate the teaching profession in Victoria in the public interest by enforcing high ethical and professional standards for teachers.
Source: this is an extract from the company’s own website.
The Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) is an independent statutory authority for the teaching profession, whose primary function is to regulate members of the teaching profession.
It is a legal requirement for all teachers to be registered with VIT in order to be employed in a school.
We will only grant registration and allow registration to continue where a person is appropriately qualified and is fit to teach in schools.
The VIT was established by the Victorian Institute of Teaching Act 2001 in December 2002.
The Education and Training Reform Act 2006 [the Act] amalgamated all relevant education and training Acts (including the Victorian Institute of Teaching Act 2001), and was proclaimed 1 July 2007.
Further substantial amendments to the legislation were enacted in 2010, with effect from 1 January 2011. The
VIT continues in operation under and subject to the Act (as amended).
Our purpose
To regulate the teaching profession in Victoria in the public interest by enforcing high ethical and professional standards for teachers.
Source: this is an extract from the company’s own website.
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