Job Description
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We are seeking experienced and motivated Senior Cloud Architects / Cloud Engineers to support the delivery of a range of ICT projects within a federal government environment.
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This is a senior-level opportunity suited to professionals with 5+ years of experience implementing, managing and designing cloud-based systems, with solid expertise across Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365.
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Initial contract: 12 months
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Extensions: Up to two 12-month extensions
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Working arrangement: Remote, with arrangements considered on a case-by-case basis subject to business requirements
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Security clearance: Baseline
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About the role n
We are seeking experienced and motivated Senior Cloud Architects / Cloud Engineers to support the delivery of a range of ICT projects within a federal government environment.
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This is a senior-level opportunity suited to professionals with 5+ years of experience implementing, managing and designing cloud-based systems, with strong expertise across Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365.
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Initial contract: 12 months
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Extensions: Up to two 12-month extensions
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Working arrangement: Remote, with arrangements considered on a case-by-case basis subject to business requirements
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Security clearance: Baseline
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Experience level: Senior / EL1 equivalent
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Key responsibilities n
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Develop enterprise-level cloud platform architectures across Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365.
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Develop high-level solution architectures for cloud-based systems.
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Produce detailed architecture guidance for cloud engineers and delivery teams.
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Assess stakeholder and user requirements and provide impact analysis.
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Provide technical guidance and input into the design and implementation of cloud-based solutions.
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Ensure enterprise and system solutions align with whole-of-government standards and relevant architecture principles.
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Collaborate with business owners, Scrum Masters, Business Analysts, Developers, Enterprise Architects and Testers to deliver solutions aligned with project objectives.
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Work with Service Experience teams to ensure architectural decisions incorporate user experience considerations.
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Liaise with ICT Engagement and Enterprise Architecture teams to maintain alignment with target architectures and technology strategies.
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Provide expertise and support across platform automation, testing, continuous integration and continuous deployment.
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Support the application of enterprise architecture principles across cloud platforms, including reuse, configuration and open data/access.
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Promote solutions that align with the Digital Service Standard.
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Provide technical leadership, mentoring and influence across multidisciplinary teams.
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Undertake additional duties as required.
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Highly desirable criteria n
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5+ years' demonstrated experience implementing and managing cloud systems and technologies.
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Strong experience across Microsoft Azure cloud services, including:
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Azure App Services
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Azure Functions
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Azure Logic Apps
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Azure SQL
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Azure Service Bus
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Azure API Management
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Strong experience with Azure DevOps, including source code management, repositories, Infrastructure as Code and CI/CD deployments.
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Experience with Microsoft Entra ID, Azure Key Vault, Azure Monitor and Application Insights.
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Demonstrated experience integrating cloud-based systems with third-party platforms, including Microsoft Dynamics 365 CRM.
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Strong understanding of Azure networking, security and identity capabilities, including Virtual Networks, Private Endpoints and Role-Based Access Control.
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Experience working with Agile, multidisciplinary teams to deliver secure, reliable and user-friendly solutions.
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Ability to work effectively with geographically dispersed teams and technical and non-technical stakeholders.
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Demonstrated ability to mentor team members and contribute positively to collaborative team environments.
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Desirable criteria n
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Demonstrated track record of providing technical leadership across project and operational activities.
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Strong understanding of cloud-based technologies, architectures and modern cloud delivery practices.
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Experience across application and integration architecture and/or infrastructure platform architecture.
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Minimum 3 years' experience designing and documenting architectures for large, complex enterprise systems.
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Experience with AWS and/or GCP is desirable but not essential.
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Experience working within Australian Government or other highly regulated environments will be advantageous.
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Skills and experience n
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Strong cloud architecture and engineering experience, particularly across Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365.
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The ability to develop and manage enterprise and application-level architectures.
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Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
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Experience working within Agile delivery environments.
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The ability to translate business and technical requirements into practical cloud solutions.
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Strong understanding of cloud security, networking, identity and integration.
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Experience with automation, Infrastructure as Code and CI/CD practices.
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Ability to provide technical guidance while working collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.
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Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt priorities and scope as requirements evolve.
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A strategic mindset with the ability to influence technical decisions and promote sound enterprise architecture principles.
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Australian Government Baseline security clearance, or the ability to obtain one.
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Contact details n
For a confidential chat, please contact
Shruthi on *** or via email at ***email_hidden***
and we would be more than happy to provide you with additional information and assist in the application process.
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