Location:
Canberra, ACT
Employment Type:
Contract - Full Time
Work Arrangement:
Hybrid (must be Canberra-based)
Start Date:
ASAP
Contract Duration:
Until 30 June ****, with possible extension options
Security Clearance:
NV1 Required
Location:
Canberra, ACT
Employment Type:
Contract - Full Time
Work Arrangement:
Hybrid (must be Canberra-based)
Start Date:
ASAP
Contract Duration:
Until 30 June ****, with possible extension options
Security Clearance:
NV1 Required
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced
Cloud Systems Engineer
to join a large Federal Government technology environment and support the ongoing development, automation and optimisation of cloud and infrastructure services.
This is a highly technical role suited to an engineer with solid
Microsoft Azure, networking, Windows and Red Hat Linux
experience, combined with mature scripting and automation capabilities.
You'll help automate service tasks, integrate systems and improve the sustainability of application and infrastructure environments. The role will also have a strong focus on
cloud cost optimisation and FinOps
, including identifying opportunities to improve service utilisation, licensing and infrastructure efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
You will:
Design, implement and support Microsoft Azure cloud services and infrastructure
Engineer and troubleshoot Azure networking and security solutions
Develop automation and service improvements using PowerShell, Python and Bash
Support Windows Server, Windows Desktop and Red Hat Linux environments




Develop and maintain DevOps and CI/CD processes
Automate operational tasks and integrate multiple systems to reduce manual effort
Support Microsoft 365 security, Intune, Active Directory and PKI services
Use Azure DevOps to support development, automation and infrastructure activities
Investigate and develop FinOps and cloud cost optimisation practices
Analyse cloud service usage and licensing to identify opportunities for cost reduction
Identify opportunities to reuse existing infrastructure and optimise IaaS consumption
Produce high-quality technical designs, security documentation and standard operating procedures
Ensure infrastructure changes align with relevant security requirements and Australian Government security frameworks
About You
To be successful, you will have:
Strong commercial or enterprise experience as a Cloud Systems Engineer / Cloud Infrastructure Engineer
Extensive hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure
Strong Azure networking and security knowledge
Advanced scripting and automation skills across PowerShell, Python and Bash
Strong Windows Server and Windows Desktop experience
Experience administering Red Hat Linux




Strong understanding of DevOps principles and practices
Experience with Azure DevOps
Experience with Microsoft Intune, Active Directory and PKI
Understanding of Microsoft 365 security
Strong technical documentation skills
Ability to work across multiple technologies and integrate complex systems
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Desirable Experience
Experience with the following will be highly regarded:
FinOps and automated cloud cost management
Azure cost optimisation and IaaS optimisation
Visual Studio and Visual Studio Code licensing and service usage
Australian Government security controls, including ACSC Essential Eight and ISM
Infrastructure automation and Infrastructure as Code
Why Apply?
Long-term contract through to June ****, with possible extension
Work on complex Azure and enterprise infrastructure environments
Opportunity to combine cloud engineering with automation, security and FinOps
Hybrid working arrangements in Canberra
Work alongside experienced technology and infrastructure professionals
Make a tangible impact by improving the efficiency, security and sustainability of enterprise ICT services
Security Requirement
Active NV1 security clearance is required for this position.
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📌 Cloud Systems Engineer (Canberra)
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