This is a remote position.
Location: Canberra ACT (Remote considered subject to business requirements)
Security Clearance: Must have baseline clearance
About the Role
The Department of Industry, Science and Resources (DISR) is seeking experienced Senior Cloud Architects and Cloud Engineers to support the delivery of strategic cloud and digital transformation initiatives across its CIO Group.
You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and governing enterprise cloud solutions within Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365 environments, ensuring alignment with Whole-of-Government (WoG) standards, enterprise architecture frameworks, security requirements, and digital service delivery principles.
This role combines architecture, engineering, stakeholder engagement, technical leadership, and cloud platform governance within a dynamic Agile delivery environment.
Key Responsibilities
Cloud Architecture & Solution Design
- Develop enterprise-level cloud architecture for Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365 platforms.
- Produce high-level and detailed solution architectures for cloud-based services and applications.
- Provide technical direction, architecture guidance, and implementation standards for cloud engineering teams.
- Conduct impact assessments and analysis for business and technical requirements.
- Ensure alignment with enterprise architecture roadmaps and Whole-of-Government standards.
- Promote architecture principles including reuse, configuration over customisation, and secure-by-design approaches.
Cloud Engineering & Platform Delivery
- Design, build, deploy, and support Azure-based solutions and services.
- Develop scalable, secure, resilient, and highly available cloud platforms.
- Support enterprise application and infrastructure modernisation initiatives.
- Implement cloud-native and integration-first architectural patterns.
Azure Services & Integration
Design and implement solutions using:
- Azure App Services
- Azure Functions
- Azure Logic Apps
- Azure SQL Database
- Azure Service Bus
- Azure API Management (APIM)
- Azure Key Vault
- Azure Monitor
- Application Insights
- Microsoft Entra ID
Support integration with:
- Microsoft Dynamics 365 CRM
- Microsoft 365 services
- Third-party applications
- Enterprise business systems
- Government digital platforms
Security, Identity & Networking
DevOps & Automation
- Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions.
- Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps.
- Support automated deployment, testing, monitoring, and operational processes.
- Promote DevSecOps and automation-first delivery models.
Stakeholder Engagement & Leadership
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Work closely with:
- Business Owners
- Enterprise Architects
- Developers
- Testers
- Scrum Masters
- Business Analysts
- Service Experience Teams
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Provide cloud architecture leadership and technical mentoring.
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Communicate technical concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
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Influence strategic technology decisions and cloud adoption initiatives.
Requirements
Essential Skills & Experience
Azure Cloud Platform Expertise
Minimum 5+ years of demonstrated experience delivering enterprise cloud solutions using:
- Azure App Services
- Azure Functions
- Azure Logic Apps
- Azure SQL
- Azure Service Bus
- Azure API Management
DevOps & Automation
Proven experience with:
- Azure DevOps
- Git Repositories
- CI/CD Pipelines
- Infrastructure as Code (Bicep, ARM Templates, Terraform or equivalent)
- Automated testing and deployment practices
Identity, Security & Monitoring
Strong experience with:
- Microsoft Entra ID
- Azure Key Vault
- Azure Monitor
- Application Insights
- RBAC
- Cloud security controls
- Azure networking services
Enterprise Integration
Experience integrating cloud platforms with:
- Dynamics 365 CRM
- Enterprise APIs
- Business systems
- Third-party platforms
- Cloud-native services
Architecture & Design
Demonstrated ability to:
- Develop enterprise architectures
- Produce solution architecture documentation
- Provide technical governance and assurance
- Perform impact analysis and technical assessments
- Deliver solutions aligned with Whole-of-Government standards
Agile Delivery
Experience working within:
- Agile multidisciplinary teams
- Government ICT programs
- Complex stakeholder environments
- Rapidly changing project priorities
Desirable Skills & Experience
Technical Leadership
- Proven track record of leading architecture or engineering teams.
- Experience mentoring cloud engineers and technical specialists.
- Ability to influence technology strategy and architectural direction.
Enterprise & Platform Architecture
Experience in:
- Enterprise Architecture
- Solution Architecture
- Integration Architecture
- Infrastructure Architecture
- Cloud Governance Frameworks
Multi-Cloud Exposure
Experience with:
- Amazon Web Services (AWS)
- Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
Large Enterprise Environments
- Minimum three years' experience designing and documenting architectures for large and complex enterprise systems.
- Experience within Australian Government or regulated industry environments is highly regarded.
Preferred Certifications
Microsoft certifications highly regarded:
- Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305)
- Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104)
- Azure Developer Associate (AZ-204)
- Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect (SC-100)
- Identity and Access Administrator (SC-300)
Other desirable certifications:
- TOGAF
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect
- Google Professional Cloud Architect
- Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA)
Benefits
Salary: 800
