Adelaide | Canberra Onsite | PV Clearance Required | AU Citizenship | 12m + 12m + 12m | $175 – $195 p/h | Closing: 23 June ****Not all data engineering roles are created equal.
This one sits inside the Australian Signals Directorate, where the pipelines you build directly enable analytical and operational outcomes that matter to national security.
You will lead the design of scalable NiFi templates and processors, integrate data from complex and diverse sources, and help shape the standards that underpin ASD's data engineering capability.
If you bring deep NiFi expertise, a track record of leading data engineering on strategic and large scale programmes, and the judgement to balance performance with security and compliance, this role is built for you.Remote + OrroThis role is being sourced by Orro through Remote (remote.com.au), an Australian-owned, Canberra-based specialist consulting and workforce solutions firm with over 25 years of experience placing professionals across the National Intelligence Community, Defence, and national security.Orro is a leading Australian managed services provider delivering secure, end-to-end digital solutions across cloud, cyber security, collaboration, and network infrastructure to some of Australia's most critical organisations.We know that real impact comes from connecting people and that genuine relationships, built on trust and understanding, are what set us apart.What You'll Be DoingYou will plan, develop and support the data engineering solutions that prepare,



integrate and make data accessible for analytical and operational use across ASD.
You will work across multiple data sources and formats, build reusable NiFi components, and shape the data flow and integration strategies that the broader analytical capability depends on.
You will also influence standards, monitor compliance, and uplift the capability of those around you.Data Engineering and PipelinesPlan and drive the development of data engineering solutions, balancing functional and non functional requirementsBuild scalable and reusable NiFi templates and processors for data ingestion and transformationOptimise performance and ensure high availability of data pipelinesData Modelling and IntegrationIntegrate data from multiple sources and formats into centralised systemsPerform data modelling to support effective data storage, retrieval and analyticsProvide expert advice on data integration and uplift the capability of others in applying good integration practiceStandards, Storage and GovernanceMonitor application of data standards, architectures and security to ensure compliance and scalabilityDevelop standards and guidelines for data protection,



disaster recovery and storage managementContribute to organisational policies and guidelines for data engineeringCollaboration and Continuous ImprovementCollaborate with cross functional teams to define data flow and integration strategiesLead the selection and development of data engineering methods, tools and techniquesDevelop and promote continuous integration, deployment and monitoring practicesWhat You'll BringThe EssentialsYou must hold a current PV security clearance and be an Australian citizen to be considered for this roleExpert hands on experience with Apache NiFi, including building scalable, reusable templates and processors for ingestion and transformation at enterprise scaleData engineering capability at SFIA Level 6, leading data engineering activities for strategic, large and complex programmes and setting technical directionStrong data modelling and design at SFIA Level 5, including managing enterprise data requirements and setting modelling standardsStorage management at SFIA Level 5, including data protection, disaster recovery and managing storage and backup systems to deliver agreed service levelsBonus PointsDegree in ICT, Data Science or a related disciplineFamiliarity with applying AI based technologies to data integrationBy submitting your application, you consent to Orro sharing your personal details directly with Remote (remote.com.au) as part of the recruitment process for this role.
Reference: LH-*****This position requires candidates to be Australian citizens and hold a current PV (Positive Vetting) security clearance.

📌 Senior Data Engineer (Nifi) - Commonwealth Client (Canberra)
🏢 Orro Group
📍 Canberra