SACE Board of South Australia Job reference: ****** Location: **** - ADELAIDE Job status: Long Term Contract Eligibility: Open to Everyone THE IMPACT YOU WILL DRIVE AT THE SACE BOARD As the Senior Cloud Engineer, you will provide technical leadership in the design, implementation, management and continuous improvement of the SACE Board's cloud infrastructure and services.
You will play a critical role in ensuring our Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365 environments remain secure, reliable, resilient and aligned with organisational requirements.
You will contribute to technology roadmaps, develop and review technical designs, implement new and enhanced cloud services, and provide specialist advice that supports the SACE Board's digital strategy.
Working collaboratively across ICT and with external service providers, you will lead the resolution of complex incidents, support recovery from system outages, strengthen cloud governance and security, and ensure compliance with relevant whole-of-government architecture and security standards.
This is an opportunity to apply your technical expertise in a role that directly contributes to the reliability of essential business systems, the organisation's digital capability and the delivery of improved services for the SACE Board.
WHAT YOU WILL BRING Demonstrated experience designing, implementing, administering and supporting cloud environments, with a strong focus on Microsoft Azure.
Extensive knowledge of Azure hosting infrastructure, identity services, Microsoft Entra ID, Active Directory, Windows Server and core infrastructure services.
Demonstrated experience administering and supporting Microsoft 365 services, including Microsoft Teams, OneDrive and endpoint management.
Experience designing, installing, deploying and supporting secure, resilient and scalable cloud infrastructure and services.




Demonstrated ability to investigate and resolve complex technical incidents, including system outages, recovery activities and escalations involving external service providers.
Strong knowledge of cloud governance, security, architecture and change management practices.
Demonstrated ability to provide specialist technical advice and translate complex issues into practical, business-focused solutions.
Ability to provide technical guidance and mentoring to ICT colleagues, promoting collaboration, knowledge sharing and service excellence.
Strong stakeholder and vendor relationship management skills.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively, manage competing priorities, meet deadlines and maintain a high degree of accuracy.
An appropriate tertiary qualification in information technology or equivalent relevant experience.
Vendor-recognised cloud certifications, experience working in a DevSecOps environment, and experience supporting Linux virtual machines and relational databases in cloud environments will be highly regarded.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS Some out-of-hours work may be required.
Appointment is subject to a satisfactory Working with Children Check obtained through the Department of Human Services and renewed before expiry in accordance with applicable requirements.
The role is governed by the SACE Board of South Australia Act ****.
The successful applicant must comply with SACE Board and South Australian Government policies,



procedures and legislative obligations.
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU The opportunity to work in a vibrant, innovative organisation that is passionate about education.
A supportive and dynamic team environment that values the work you do.
An annual calendar of learning, development and wellbeing events.
The opportunity to join a fun and active social club.
Mental Health First Aid training.
Opportunities to develop your knowledge of Agile project management.
Annual skin checks and influenza vaccinations.
Staff recognition and service awards.
Salary sacrifice benefits.
Access to a free and confidential employee assistance program.
REMUNERATION ASO7: $116,089 to $125,490 per annum This is a 2-year term role with the possibility of extension.
ENQUIRIES TO: Sivasankari Palanivelu - ****** APPLYING WITH US If you are a highly skilled cloud skilled who thrives on solving complex problems, collaborating with others and delivering secure, reliable technology services, we would love to hear from you.
Visit iworkforSA to access the Role Description, Pre-Employment Declaration and application instructions.
All applications must be submitted online.
Applicants must provide a cover letter (maximum 250 words) outlining how their skills, experience and capabilities align with the core capabilities of the role.
Applications close: 20/09/2026 11:45 PM Attachments: - Applying for Roles in the SACE Board.pdf - Pre-Employment Declaration .pdf - Role Description - ASO7 - Snr Cloud Services Engineer.pdf - SACE Board Capability 6-7.pdf Flexibility Statement 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.

📌 Senior Cloud Services Engineer (South Australia)
🏢 SA SACE Board of South Australia
📍 South Australia