Full-time temporary vacancy available until 30 June 2027
Shape the future direction of ICT across a purpose-driven organisation
A suitable remuneration package may be negotiated.
Join our ICT Directorate as Enterprise Architect and provide strategic leadership across the Department for Child Protection’s (DCP) technology landscape. Based in the Adelaide CBD, this role offers the opportunity to influence technology direction, lead architectural capability and support the delivery of secure and reliable ICT services.
You will be responsible for:
- Leading the development and evolution of enterprise architecture to support organisational objectives
- Shaping future capability through architecture models, standards and governance practices
- Leading a team of architects and building strong partnerships across the organisation
- Providing expert advice on technology direction, transformation initiatives and solution design
- Developing architecture frameworks that align business needs with ICT priorities.
To be successful:
You will bring experience leading enterprise-wide architecture and developing architectural models that support future needs. You will understand how to translate organisational goals into practical architecture approaches that guide change and enable better outcomes. You have a strong understanding of security standards and the ability to apply this knowledge to support effective governance.
Combined with your technical expertise, you will know how to lead and develop a high-performing architecture team. You can build strong relationships with stakeholders and provide trusted advice that helps shape technology direction across the organisation. You will communicate complex technical concepts clearly and confidently to a range of audiences.
You will be comfortable working through challenges and developing solutions that support reliable, secure ICT services.
Your ability to collaborate and influence others will help drive continuous improvement across DCP.
What’sin it for you – Perks That Matter:
At DCP,these are just some of the benefitsyou’llenjoy:
- A collaborative team setting,workingalongside people who are committed to best practice and making a meaningful impact
- Flexible working options with tailored arrangements to help you balance work and life
- Paid Parental and Partner Leave –additionalpaid time to support you and your growing family
- Recognition and Growth – we celebrate your achievements and opendoors to development across DCP
- SalaryPackaging – reduce your taxable income with a range of pre-tax benefits
- Health and Fitness Perks – free flu vaccination plus access to more than 1,700 gyms, fitnesscentresand pools across Australia through our Fitness Passport program for you and your family
- Wellbeing Support -confidentialEmployee Assistance Program services for you and your family.
The Department for Child Protection (DCP) plays a key role in the protection of children, young people and their families within South Australia. The department provides support to vulnerable children and young people to be safe, strong and connected.
Contact Us
Enquiries to Ms Rupa Mathur - Senior Manager, Strategy and Governance (08) 8208 7854
[email protected]
Our workplace reflects the diverse communities we serve, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. This includes women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, LGBTQIA+ communities, and those from culturally diverse backgrounds. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, safe, and respectful workplace where everyone feels supported.
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
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📌 ENTERPRISE ARCHITECT (Adelaide)
🏢 Child Protection
📍 Adelaide