Job description
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
Design and implement secure cloud environments.
Configure and manage:
Virtual Networks (VNets)
Private Endpoints
Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)
Microsoft Entra ID
Identity and Access Management (IAM)
Cloud security controls and governance frameworks
Ensure compliance with government security requirements and cloud best practices.
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
Work closely with:
Business Owners
Enterprise Architects
Developers
Testers
Scrum Masters
Business Analysts
Service Experience Teams
Provide cloud architecture leadership and technical mentoring.
Communicate technical concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
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
Originally posted on Himalayas
Who can apply
Eligible countries: United States. Accepted UTC offsets: UTC-10, UTC-9, UTC-8, UTC-7, UTC-6, UTC-5, UTC+14. Review the full description for employer-specific work authorization, residency and schedule requirements.