Senior DevOps Engineer – Azure / DevSecOps
Canberra | Hybrid | 12-month contract + extensions | NV1 clearnce
Rate $130 - $150 per hour + Super
We are seeking an experiencedSenior DevOps Engineerto join a major Australian Government technology program delivering secure, cloud-based platforms and services.
This is a hands-on role working acrossMicrosoft Azure, Azure DevOps, DevSecOps, Infrastructure as Code and Linux environments, with a solid focus on cloud migration, automation, platform security and improving the security posture of enterprise cloud services.
The successful candidate will work within a highly technical multidisciplinary team, helping design, build and secure Azure environments supporting complex data, analytics and application platforms.
The RoleYou will be responsible for:
Designing, implementing and maintaining secure Microsoft Azure cloud platforms and services
Developing automated solutions for infrastructure and application deployment
Supporting the migration of applications from on-premises environments into Azure
Developing and maintaining Infrastructure as Code usingTerraform, Ansible, PowerShell and YAML
Working within established DevOps and DevSecOps practices
Building reusable cloud capabilities and self-service automation
Supporting Java applications operating within Linux environments
Undertaking Linux administration, troubleshooting and performance tuning
Implementing and improving Azure security controls and cloud security practices
Working withAzure RBAC, Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Azure Policy and privileged administration controls
Automating security processes through Microsoft Azure DevOps
Supporting vulnerability management and remediation activities
Monitoring cloud services, utilisation, performance and security
Working closely with architects, developers, infrastructure specialists and security teams
Contributing to Agile/Scrum planning,



prioritisation and delivery
Providing technical leadership and sharing knowledge across the broader program
Producing appropriate technical documentation and transferring knowledge to internal teams
What We're Looking For
Minimum 5 years' experience using DevOps within complex data, analytics or enterprise technology environments
Minimum 5 years' experience supporting the design, development, governance and delivery of new technical capabilities
Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure administration
Strong experience with Azure DevOps and DevSecOps
Strong Linux administration experience
Demonstrated experience developing and maintaining IaC using Terraform, Ansible, PowerShell and/or YAML
Strong understanding of cloud security, automation and infrastructure engineering
Experience working across complex enterprise environments with multiple technical and business stakeholders
Strong communication, documentation and stakeholder engagement skills
Experience withKubernetesand/orweb application developmentwill be highly regarded.
Security Requirements
Applicants must beAustralian Citizensand hold, or be willing and eligible to obtain, anAustralian Government NV1 security clearance.
The successful candidate will also be required to successfully complete an additionalorganisational suitability assessmentbefore commencing.
Location & Working Arrangements
This position isCanberra basedand candidates must be located in the ACT.
The role will initially require candidates to work primarily onsite in Canberra.
Up totwo days per week remote working may be negotiated after six months, subject to operational requirements and approval.
Contract
Initial12-month contract
Potential for2 x 12-month extensions
Up to40 hours per week
Expected commencement:December ****, with an earlier start potentially available for candidates who have satisfied all security requirements
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