Join Avanade's Managed Services team delivering continuous value to clients' businessesDesign, deliver and support secure, on-premises infrastructure architectures and solutions based on Windows Server and the broader Microsoft technology stackPlan, build, deploy, harden, support and test platforms across software, hardware, identity, virtualisation, storage, networking, people and operationsSupport isolated, restricted, disconnected or highly controlled environmentsWork with Windows Server, Active Directory Domain Services, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, PKI, Hyper-V, failover clustering, file and storage services, Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager, Windows Server Update Services, PowerShell, monitoring, backup and recovery technologiesMaintain secure, reliable and supportable platforms through a high-touch managed services partnership modelExplain technical issues, risks and recommendations to technical and non-technical stakeholdersContinuously improve client environments through secure configuration, disciplined patching, automation, lifecycle management, technical debt reduction and platform evolutionDevelop trusted relationships with internal and external stakeholdersDiagnose complex infrastructure, identity, virtualisation and platform issuesProduce and maintain technical designs, build documents, as-built records, operational procedures, runbooks and support documentationProvide senior technical expertise to projects, security teams and business areasRequirementsAustralian Citizen with at least NV1 security clearanceProven ability to design, deliver and support Microsoft on-premises infrastructure within structured IT governance and security frameworksStrong experience with Windows Server, Active Directory Domain Services, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, PKI and related identity servicesExperience with Hyper-V, failover clustering, virtual machine management,



storage and high-availability solutionsExperience with Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager, Windows Server Update Services, operating system deployment, patching and configuration complianceExperience implementing server hardening, privileged administration, application control, security baselines, vulnerability remediation, event logging and monitoringStrong PowerShell skills for administration, automation, configuration and operational supportExperience supporting backup, recovery, disaster recovery and business continuity capabilities for on-premises workloadsAbility to work within restricted or disconnected environments where internet access, cloud services and automated tooling may be limitedAbility to produce and maintain technical designs, build documents, as-built records, operational procedures, runbooks and support documentationStrong communication, stakeholder engagement and relationship management skillsStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsAbility to provide senior technical expertise to projects, security teams and business areasHigh level of professionalism, sound judgement and robust decision-making skillsAbility to work autonomously and remain highly motivatedBachelor's degree or equivalent in computer science, computer engineering, management information systems or a related field is preferredRelevant Microsoft Windows Server, identity, security or infrastructure certifications are highly regardedOver seven years of relevant technology experience, including design, delivery and support of Microsoft on-premises infrastructure, particularly within government, defence, national security, consulting, systems integration or similarly regulated environmentsCore CompetenciesDemonstrates expertise in designing, delivering, and supporting Microsoft on-premises infrastructure solutions, with a strong focus on security, compliance, and stakeholder engagement.
Proficient in technical documentation, automation, and problem-solving within structured IT governance frameworks.
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📌 Technical Specialist (Melbourne)
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