Location:
Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference:
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This is a Fixed Term Position until 30th of June ****
The Senior Solution Architect leads the architecture, design and governance of complex technology initiatives across DTP. The role provides strategic advice across cloud, identity and access management, enterprise applications and technology modernisation, translating business needs into secure, scalable and sustainable solutions aligned with enterprise standards and government requirements.
The role leads solution design and architecture reviews, manages technical risks and provides oversight throughout delivery. It builds strong relationships with senior stakeholders, vendors and project teams, explains complex technical issues clearly, supports technology investment and modernisation decisions, and drives consistent architecture practices. The role also mentors technical teams and improves architecture standards, frameworks and capability
What we're looking for (Selection Criteria)
Leads complex solution architecture, translating business needs into secure, scalable and sustainable technology solutions aligned with strategic objectives.
Thinks critically and systemically, identifying risks, dependencies and broader impacts to develop practical, integrated solutions.
Builds strong stakeholder relationships, influencing decisions and communicating complex technical concepts clearly to diverse audiences.
Drives successful project delivery, providing architecture leadership, governance, assurance and risk management throughout the project lifecycle.
Is outcomes-focused and resilient,



maintaining a transparent focus on organisational and community impact while encouraging open discussion, persistence and constructive challenge.
Qualifications and experience
You'llbring:
A tertiary qualification in Information Technology or equivalent, with certification or experience in architecture frameworks such as TOGAF or SAFe. (mandatory)
Experience providing technical leadership for corporate transformation projects within a public sector organisation. (mandatory)
AWS or Azure Cloud certification and knowledge of compliance frameworks such as ISO *****, NIST, ASD Essential 8 or VPDSF.
Pre-employment checks and employment conditions
Relevant pre-employment screening and reference checks will be required.
Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa necessary for the nature of the position.
Recipients of Victorian Public Service (VPS) voluntary departure packages should note that re-employment restrictions apply.
Applications on Wednesday, 16th of September ****.
For further information about the role, please contact
Naresh Shorey, Lead Solution Architect, at
Redeployees
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Applications close Wednesday 16 September
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📌 Senior Solution Architect (Melbourne)
🏢 State Government Of Victoria, Australia
📍 Melbourne