Servers & Security focused role with Federal Government Windows Server, Active Directory / Group Policy (AGPM),SCCM / MECM & SCOM, DNS / PKI / ADFS up to 18month contract

We are seeking an experienced Senior Server Engineer to join a federal government department, supporting the delivery of ICT infrastructure projects and ongoing improvements across an enterprise workplace.
This is a hands-on technical role suited to someone with strong Microsoft infrastructure experience, who can lead technical initiatives, resolve complex issues and provide guidance to other engineers.

Key responsibilities

- Manage and maintain enterprise Windows Server environments.
- Provide technical expertise across Active Directory, DNS, PKI, ADFS, DFS and Group Policy (including AGPM).
- Support systems monitoring, patching and configuration management using SCOM and SCCM/MECM.
- Manage identity and access management technologies, including Active Directory and Entra ID.
- Support infrastructure security, availability and disaster recovery
- Develop technical documentation, designs and procedures.
- Provide technical advice, mentoring and guidance to team members.

Skills and experience

- Strong Windows Server engineering and administration experience.
- Detailed knowledge of Active Directory, DNS, PKI, ADFS,



DFS and Group Policy/AGPM
- Experience with Microsoft System Center (SCOM and SCCM/MECM).
- Understanding of cyber security tools, including application whitelisting, host-based firewalls and vulnerability scanning.
- Strong troubleshooting, documentation and stakeholder engagement skills.

Desirable:

- Azure IaaS experience.
- Familiarity with Australian Government security frameworks, including ISM, Essential Eight and ACSC hardening guidelines.
- Experience with CyberArk, Secret Server, Airlock or Microsoft Defender.

Eligibility: Applicants must be Australian citizens and eligible to obtain an Australian Government Baseline Security Clearance.

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Reference number: 250784
Profession:IT, Technology & DigitalEngineering - Cloud

IT, Technology & DigitalEngineering - System

Company: Hudson
Date posted: 11th Nov, 2026

📌 Senior Server Engineer New (Australian Capital Territory)
🏢 Hudson
📍 Australian Capital Territory