OCRT Consulting is a sovereign and veteran-owned SME delivering expertise and outcomes to Government, Defence, industry and the private sector. We are a cohort of diverse talent aligned by the same goal: to work on impactful projects that build sovereign capability and make a positive difference in the lives of those around us.
The opportunity
We're seeking applications from Solution Architects to support a Defence network uplift program in Canberra. You will sit across capability realisation, connecting technical design integrity to program delivery; working directly with the Project Sponsor and contributing to the core architecture documentation that shapes how these networks get built.
What you'll do
Provide SME advice across ICT solution architecture to support project realisation and delivery
Lead development of technical and capability definition documentation
Apply architecture and interoperability models
Align solutions to security frameworks including Zero Trust Architecture, ACSC ISM, Essential 8, DSPF and PSPF
Incorporate Data Centric Security, DevSecOps, Multi-Level Security and continuous ATO (cATO) principles
Translate capability requirements into structured technical architecture,
aligned to classified network accreditation requirements
Participate in design reviews, technical working groups and architecture governance forums
Engage Defence and external stakeholders to support delivery outcomes
What we're looking for
Demonstrated solution architecture experience on technically complex projects, ideally on Australian accredited networks
Working knowledge of Defence architecture frameworks and security accreditation processes
Experience developing OCD/FPS/SAD or equivalent capability definition artefacts
Prior Defence setting experience
Role details: Canberra, ACT | NV1 minimum
What OCRT offers
Competitive remuneration including annual reviews, salary packaging, performance bonuses and incentives
Career development with training support and career progression
Versatile working arrangements, paid parental leave, purchase additional annual leave
Work on Defence programs that strengthen national security and build sovereign capability
If you want your architecture experience contributing directly to Defence capability outcomes, apply with your CV.