Senior Solution Architect (Enterprise Key Management & Secrets Management)
Canberra, Australia | Posted on 21/09/2026
Security Clearance:Must have ositive Vetting (PV)
Level:Senior (EL2 Equivalent)
About the Role
We are seeking an experiencedSenior Solution Architectto lead the design, governance, and implementation of secure enterprise solutions supportingEnterprise Key Management Systems (EKMS)andSecrets Management Systems (SMS)within a highly secure government setting.
The successful candidate will provide architectural leadership across complex cyber security, infrastructure, cloud, and enterprise technology initiatives.
You will work closely with security architects, project teams, business stakeholders, and technology vendors to design and deliver resilient, scalable, and compliant solutions that protect Australia's most sensitive information assets.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the development of end-to-end solution architectures for enterprise key management and secrets management capabilities.Cryptographic key lifecycle managementSecret storage and retrievalCertificate management and PKI integrationPrivileged Access Management (PAM)Automated key rotation and credential managementProduce and maintain architecture artefacts including:Security architecture modelsIntegration patternsData flow diagramsConduct architecture reviews, technology assessments, and option analyses.Develop migration strategies from legacy credential and key management frameworks to centralized enterprise platforms.Design integration patterns for:ApplicationsContainer platformsProvide architectural governance through design authorities, review boards, and assurance activities.Identify and manage architectural risks, dependencies, and technical debt.Support accreditation and certification activities and prepare associated security documentation.Contribute to the development of security policies, standards, operational procedures,



and technical playbooks.Mentor engineering teams and provide architectural guidance across projects and enterprise initiatives.
Requirements
Minimum 10 years' experience leading solution architecture activities within large and complex enterprise environments.Demonstrated experience delivering architecture for cyber security, cloud, infrastructure, or digital transformation programs.Strong understanding of enterprise architecture methodologies and architecture governance practices.
Security & Cryptography
Experience designing and implementing:Secrets Management PlatformsIdentity and Access Management (IAM)Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)Cryptographic security solutionsPrivileged Access Management (PAM)Strong knowledge of key lifecycle management and certificate management processes.Public cloud servicesExpertise in high availability, disaster recovery, resilience, and operational supportability.
Security Frameworks & Compliance
Strong understanding of:Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF)Information Security Manual (ISM)ASD security requirementsZero Trust ArchitectureAustralian Government cyber security standards
Stakeholder Management
Proven ability to engage and influence:Senior executivesGovernance boardsTechnical leadership teamsExternal vendors and delivery partnersExcellent written and verbal communication skills.Experience working within Defence, Intelligence, National Security, or Federal Government environments.Experience with technologies such as:HashiCorp VaultAWS KMSCyberArkThales CipherTrustHardware Security Modules (HSMs)Experience supporting security accreditation and authority-to-operate activities.Knowledge of container security, Kubernetes, DevSecOps, and CI/CD security practices.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or higher in Information Technology, Cyber Security, Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline.Relevant industry certifications highly regarded, including:
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