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2 x Ongoing Full Time Position
A talent pool may be created through this recruitment process to fill anticipated vacancies over the next 18 months
Competitive remuneration ranging from $129,464 to $142,665 plus super & annual leave loading.
Job Description At the NSW Department of Education, we educate and inspire lifelong learners – from early childhood, through schooling to vocational education and training.
2 x Ongoing Full Time Position
Location: Eveleigh
A talent pool may be created through this recruitment process to fill anticipated vacancies over the next 18 months
Competitive remuneration ranging from $129,464 to $142,665 plus super & annual leave loading.
An exciting chance to contribute to Australia's largest and most comprehensive ICT environment that supports world class education by joining a dynamic team in a large-scale environment where you can be part of the significant investment in driving and accelerating innovation to enrich student learning.
The Lead Application Analyst oversees the design, development, troubleshooting, and debugging of websites and single-page applications, shaping department practices and the design system.
They lead a team to provide high-quality ICT support, ensuring seamless integration of new systems, operational efficiency, and optimal application performance.
Their responsibilities include identifying opportunities for application and system enhancements, developing integration methodologies in collaboration with ICT professionals and stakeholders, advising on initiatives, managing change processes, and overseeing technology upgrades to minimize downtime.
They plan for emerging ICT needs such as security and disaster recovery, create and maintain documentation and knowledge resources, supervise advanced technical support, and analyse trends to resolve performance issues.
For further information please click here to view the role description About You -
Have a passion for automating everything with a deep understanding of configuration management, continuous integration pipelines, and the practical application of agile methodologies.




Experience in AWS Services such as: CloudFormation, Route53, CloudFront, API Gateway, SQS, S3, DynamoDB, Lambda, Cognito, AWS SDK
Experience in OpenShift Platform: Docker Containers and Kubernetes
Experience in DevOps tools such as: CloudFormation, Serverless Framework, Maven, GIT, Terraforms, Jenkins/Bamboo, Tekton, ArgoCD, OpenShift
Highly organised.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Strong communication and collaboration skills to work cohesively with stakeholders to deliver results.
Ability to work with a team autonomously.
Knowledge of and commitment to implementing the Department's Aboriginal Education Policy and upholding the Department's Partnership Agreement with the NSW AECG and to ensure quality outcomes for Aboriginal people.
Essential Requirements Of The Role
Degree in Computer Science or related degree or equivalent experience in Information Technology.
A valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) for paid employment.
Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the value of public education.
Benefits
Flexible working arrangements
35 hour working week
Competitive, salary sacrificing, employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
Flex Leave entitlements, generous holidays & leave conditions
Opportunities for advancement and mobility across the Department to support your career growth
How To Apply Attach a resume (maximum 5 pages) and a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how you meet the requirements and capabilities of this role.
Please refer to the Applicant's Guide to Applying to assist you with your application.
If you are an existing Education Support Staff (corporate staff) with the NSW Department of Education, click here for instructions on how to submit your application.
All other applicants please submit your application by clicking 'Apply Now'.
Note: the selection process will include a range of assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role.




Successful candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening for this role which includes a National Criminal History Check.
This is a child-related role.
As a condition of employment you will be required to provide a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) Clearance number (for paid employment).
Visit the website for more information.
Candidates must have Australian work rights (citizens, permanent residents, New Zealand citizens or a valid work visa).
Ongoing (permanent) roles are open to Australian citizens and permanent residents and New Zealand citizens, while temporary roles welcome applicants with a visa.
Closing date: Sunday 14 September **** at 11:59pm.
No email applications will be accepted For role enquiries please contact Poorna ****** welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability.
If we can make some adjustments to ourrecruitment/interviewprocess to better enable you to shine, please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team(******)or visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion.
A recruitment pool may be created through this recruitment process.
A recruitment pool is a group of applicants who have been assessed and identified as suitable for this role, and who may be considered for a range of similar roles, including temporary, term or ongoing roles, over the next 18 months.
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