Job Description
IT Infrastructure Team Leader
VAE Group | Darra, Brisbane QLD
Full-time · Permanent · Onsite (5 days)
Step into leadership and become a key part of VAE Group's high-performing Infrastructure & Cybersecurity function.
VAE Group is a leading Australian engineering and construction business with 400+ employees across Australia and New Zealand.
Over the past 4 years, we've completed a significant IT and cybersecurity transformation, building a modern, secure, and well-structured environment with strong executive support.
We're now looking for a technically strong IT skilled ready to take their first steps into leadership.
About the Role
This role is ideal for someone who is technically strong, highly organised (critical), and ready to grow into leadership.
Formal leadership experience is not required, but demonstrated leadership capability is essential.
You'll act as 2IC to the Head of IT Infrastructure & Cybersecurity, combining hands‐on technical work with team coordination, mentoring, and operational ownership.
This is a fully onsite role based at VAE's Darra HQ, with onsite parking and modern IT equipment.
What You'll Be Doing
Leadership & Operations
Act as 2IC to the Head of IT Infrastructure & Cybersecurity
Provide leadership coverage and ensure continuity when required
Lead and support a small team of 2 skilled engineers
Coordinate daily IT operations, task flow, and priorities
Act as an escalation point for complex technical issues
Mentor team members and support their development
Lead by example with strong organisation, structure, and attention to detail
Build and maintain high-quality documentation, SOPs, standards, and processes
Projects & Technology Uplift
You'll contribute to and help deliver initiatives including:
Identity and access improvements aligned to Zero Trust principles
Endpoint security, application control, and hardening initiatives




Network segmentation and access control enhancements
Infrastructure improvements across servers, storage, and cloud workloads
Backup, disaster recovery, and monitoring uplift
SaaS governance and automation improvements
Data governance initiatives
New office and site deployments across AU & NZ
Cybersecurity Support
Support improvements to identity, access, and authentication controls
Assist with vulnerability remediation and internal testing
Maintain and enforce secure configuration baselines
Review logs, alerts, and system behaviour alongside the Cyber Engineer
Align work with ISO *****, NIST CSF, and Essential Eight principles
About You
This role suits someone early in their leadership journey with strong technical foundations.
You:
Have 7+ years' experience across infrastructure, systems, networking, or cybersecurity
May not have held a formal leadership title yet, but are ready for the next step
Have experience in an MSP environment, or exposure to multiple and varied IT environments (highly regarded)
Learn quickly, think clearly, and adapt well
Thrive on projects and problem‐solving
Have exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail (non‐negotiable)
Understand urgency, prioritisation, and business impact
Communicate clearly with both technical and non‐technical stakeholders
Enjoy improving systems, strengthening processes, and creating structure
Understand modern cyber expectations and governance standards
Want to work in a professional, security‐led IT setting
This is a hands‐on role.
You'll still be solving problems, closing and allocating tickets, and contributing directly, while maintaining IT's 5‐star support reputation.
What We Offer
Competitive salary + super
Long‐term role in a stable, growing organisation
Career development and funded professional certifications
Modern IT tools and equipment
A collaborative, security‐focused culture that values structure, ownership, and continuous improvement
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📌 It Infrastructure Team Leader (Queensland)
🏢 VAE Group
📍 Queensland