Senior Data Architect

Grade: 9/10

Salary range: $133,348-146,945 + superannuation and leave loading

Duration: permanent full-time role, ongoing

Location: Hybrid with an in-office requirement on 2 days a week in Sydney, Gosford, Bathurst or Newcastle. This may be subject to change in line with DCS workplace policies

Shape the enterprise information architecture that underpins critical communications services across NSW.

Lead the development of NSW Telco Authority's data and information architecture, connecting telecommunications, geospatial, operational and service information into a coherent enterprise model that supports future network transformation, automation, analytics and AI capabilities.

About the team

This role sits within the Enterprise Architecture team in NSW Telco Authority.

The team is responsible for shaping NSWTA's technology direction through architecture governance, solution design, technology roadmaps and strategic advisory services. Working closely with business and technology stakeholders, the team delivers secure, resilient and scalable solutions that support critical communications and digital transformation initiatives across NSW.

Your responsibilities will include

- Develop and maintain enterprise data and information architecture across telecommunications, geospatial, operational and corporate domains.

- Define enterprise data models, architecture standards, governance frameworks and integration patterns to support consistent information management across the organisation.

- Translate complex business and operational requirements into practical data architecture and information management solutions.

- Provide architectural guidance on integration strategies, platforms and cloud-based data solutions.

- Collaborate with engineering, operations, service management and project teams to develop target-state and reference architectures.

- Support data governance initiatives with a focus on security, privacy, integrity and compliance.

- Research emerging technologies and identify opportunities to improve information management, automation, analytics and business outcomes.

To be successful in this role you will

- Hold Essential Security Clearance: You will be able to obtain and retain minimum Baseline Security clearance within six months to work with sensitive government and critical communications information

- Demonstrated experience in data architecture,



information architecture or enterprise data modelling.

- Strong experience designing information models, data standards, governance frameworks and integration architectures.

- Proven ability to translate complex operational and business requirements into practical architecture outcomes.

- Strong stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to work effectively across technical teams and senior leadership groups.

- Experience developing architecture artefacts, standards, roadmaps and target-state architectures.

Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.

Nice to have

- Experience within telecommunications, network infrastructure or other complex operational environments.

- Knowledge of GIS, spatial data, CAD-based engineering information, network operations, asset management or IT service management platforms.

- Knowledge of cloud-based data platforms, APIs and enterprise architecture frameworks.

- Experience supporting digital transformation, automation, analytics or AI initiatives.

A talent pool may be created from this recruitment action for future temporary or ongoing vacancies in roles with similar capability requirements.

About NSW Telco Authority

NSW Telco Authority (NSWTA) operates and manages the Public Safety Network to deliver radio communications for frontline responders.

We work with emergency services and telecommunications carriers to protect communications assets during emergencies and natural disasters.

NSWTA is a delivery agency with responsibility for over $1.5 billion in key NSW Government projects that connect communities and support emergency services.

We lead and coordinate whole-of-government connectivity strategy to bridge the digital divide and help keep people and places safe.

NSWTA operates as a standalone Statutory Authority within the Department of Customer Service. We promote flexibility and we will consider part time, job share and other flexible arrangements.

We’re proud of our customer-centric, people-first culture and it is key to the success of our fast-moving,



high-performance organisation, where our people and partners live and breathe our values of Integrity, Trust, Service and Accountability.

We understand the importance of continuing to learn and grow in your career and provide a range of training and development opportunities to keep upskilling and nurturing our people. We’re also committed to creating opportunities for job mobility and new experiences within our organisation or the wider public sector.

For more information, go to NSW Telco Authority

Salary Grade 9/10, with the base salary for this role starting at 133,348 base plus superannuation

Click Here to access the Role Description. For enquiries relating to recruitment please contact Fiona Glover via [email protected].

Visit the Capability Application Tool to prepare for the recruitment process by accessing practice application and interview questions based on the focus capabilities listed in the role description.

A talent pool may be created as part of this recruitment process and will be valid for up to 18 months. The talent pool may be used to fill future ongoing or temporary vacancies of the same or similar role.

Closing Date: 11:59pm Thursday 19th November

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📌 Senior Data Architect (Sydney)
🏢 NSW Department of Customer Service
📍 Sydney