Assistant Director, Cloud And Integration

About the role

The Australian Financial Security Authority (AFSA) is responsible for managing the application of bankruptcy and personal property securities laws through the delivery of high-quality personal insolvency and trustee, regulation and enforcement, and personal property securities services. 

The Technology Services division’s aim is to ensure that cutting-edge technologies are employed in alignment with industry best practices, resulting in a secure, efficient, and innovative IT environment. Our efforts are geared towards seamlessly supporting the organisation's core functions, optimising operational processes, and enabling the achievement of strategic objectives.

The Cloud & Integration team plays a pivotal role in the organisation's IT ecosystem, serving as the backbone for seamless connectivity, data exchange, and innovation. Comprised of highly skilled professionals with expertise in cloud computing, integration technologies, and data management, the team collaborates closely with various departments to drive digital transformation and enhance operational efficiency. 

Purpose of the Position

This position oversees the integration of Software as a Service (SAAS) solutions into the organisation's environment and provide integration services for platforms and data management, data messaging systems, and API environments. This role leads a team responsible for the design, implementation, and operation of cloud environments and solution integration, primarily on the Azure platform and SAAS solutions.

Key accountabilities

• Lead and manage the Cloud & Integration team, providing direction, guidance, and support in the design, implementation, and operation of public cloud environments, primarily Azure, ensuring alignment with organisational goals and objectives. 
• Oversee the integration of Software as a Service (SAAS) solutions into the organisation's environment, facilitating seamless connectivity and interoperability while adhering to security and compliance standards. 
• Provide integration services for data management, including but not limited to Azure Logic Apps, Azure Service Bus, Managed File Transfer (MFT), messaging systems, and API environments, ensuring efficient and reliable data exchange across the organisation. 
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions, driving innovation and continuous improvement in Cloud and Integration strategies. 
• Develop and maintain robust processes and procedures for managing cloud environments and Integration services, including monitoring, troubleshooting, and performance optimization. 
• Stay current with industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies related to cloud computing and Integration, and leverage this knowledge to enhance the team's capabilities.  
• Foster a culture of collaboration, knowledge sharing, and accountability within the Cloud & Integration team, promoting professional development and growth opportunities for team members. 
• Serve as a subject matter expert and trusted advisor to senior leadership on matters related to cloud computing and Integration, providing insights, recommendations, and strategic guidance to support organisational objectives. 

All duties will be performed in accordance with:

• the APS Values, Code of Conduct and Employment Principles.
• WHS obligations, taking responsibility for own health and safety and that of others.
• AFSA’s risk management framework and relevant legislation, including guiding others to identify and mitigate foreseeable risks.

Skills and Capabilities

Sustains a user-centred approach to design and deliver better services 

• Gains an authentic understanding of a person’s experience and needs through collaboration and curiosity. 
• Uses and shares this understanding to inform collaborative service offering. 
• Embraces ambiguity and is curious, works with users to identify a solution which provides value.

Fosters a service culture 

• Keeps people at the centre of thinking, decisions and actions, including internal systems and processes. 
• Demonstrates empathy, curiosity and listens deeply to understand a person’s context, challenges and needs.

Engages people to build productive relationships 

• Acts with honesty, integrity and respect in dealings with others. 
• Is willing and able to understand others' perspectives. 
• Sets and manages expectations to achieve positive outcomes.

Effectively manages contracts and projects 

• Plans, procures and prepares projects, programs, contracts and/or cases in a timely and accurate manner. 
• Engages effectively with stakeholders to negotiate, develop and implement projects, programs, contracts and/or cases. 
• Manages and assesses stakeholder needs, mitigates risks and builds stakeholder relationships. 

Operates efficiently to achieve business outcomes 

• Takes a flexible approach to planning in order to meet changing circumstances and considers the impact on others. 
• Manages human and financial resources, planning and risk management activities with integrity. 
• Considers the broader, long-term implications of actions including the impact on governance, finance and technology as well as social and environmental considerations. 

Applies digital dexterity 

• Demonstrates commitment to explore, learn and adopt new technologies and ways of working, to achieve better business outcomes. 
• Drives innovation and continuous improvement 
• Constructively challenges and questions status quo with a view to continually improving the way we work. 
• Explores and works with new ideas that will benefit our stakeholders. 

Qualifications and experience

• Tertiary qualifications in Information Technology or relevant industry experience.  
• 5+ years in a leadership role managing an Information Technology team or in a senior cloud administrator role. 
• Certifications in cloud computing (Microsoft Certified Azure Solutions Architect, AWS Certified Solutions Architect) and Integration technologies are highly desirable. 
• Proven track record of successfully leading teams in the design, implementation, and operation of public cloud environments, particularly Azure. 
• Strong technical expertise in cloud computing platforms, architecture, and services, with hands-on experience in deploying and managing cloud-based solutions. 

Technology Accountabilities include (but not limited to): 

• Public Cloud Platforms (Predominately Azure, but may include AWS) 
• Azure Active Directory
• Azure Logic Apps / Message Queues 
• Authentication and SAAS Integration / Automation 
• Managed File Transfer 
• Data Management and Discovery Platforms (Castlepoint / Purview)

Why AFSA? 

You will enjoy excellent conditions including:

• Generous superannuation (15.4%).
• Hybrid working environment. 
• A modern work environment.

We are a workplace committed to providing an environment that values diversity and supports staff to reach their full potential. 

We encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities. 

At AFSA we encourage every employee to balance their family commitments and personal interests with flexible working options.

Eligibility:

Please note that this opportunity is open only to Australian Citizens.

The successful applicant must have or be willing to undergo and maintain a security clearance to the level of Baseline Vetting as a condition of employment.

To satisfy character requirements all AFSA employees must undergo a police records check.

Where a person has received a redundancy benefit from APS agency employment and their corresponding redundancy benefit period has not expired, they may be ineligible for employment.

How to apply? 

The closing date for this position is 11:59PM AEST, Friday 31 May 2024.

Applications for this vacancy are submitted online through the AFSA Careers Portal.

If accessing the AFSA careers portal for the first time you will need to register. You will receive a confirmation email with a link to confirm your registration. Make sure to check your Junk folder if you don't see this email in your Inbox. Please note that the registration process only needs to be completed one.

Once you have confirmed your registration, to complete your application, you need to:

Click the 'Apply' button below which will open the AFSA careers portal.

Provide evidence in the education/qualifications section of your application, if applicable.

• Complete a short questionnaire (mandatory).
• Attach your resume and statement of claims (cover letter 1-pages) addressing the skills and capabilities and required qualifications, accreditations, and experience outlined in the position description (mandatory).
• Provide the full name, employer, and contact details of at least two referees, one of which must be your current or most recent manager.
• Ensure that all mandatory fields (marked with a red banner) are completed.
• Applicants who fail to provide the above requested information, will not be assessed by the selection panel.