Azure Cloud Engineer (Solution Architect)

Job DescriptionOur Federal Government client requires an experienced Azure Cloud Engineer/Solution Architect to join a Programme that delivers a strategic data and analytics platform for their PROTECTED and SECRET environments along with data analytics, data cataloguing and data quality management services to enable self-service business intelligence and analytics on priority datasets. This will enable the Agency to harness its data to improve speed and accuracy for strategic decision-making.The Azure Cloud Engineer must:

• Assist with set up and provide detailed guidance on work in / on a very significant cloud based data analytics platform.
• Undertake stakeholder engagement activities, including management of security accreditation and acceptance into service processes.
• The Azure Cloud Engineer may be involved in aspects of supporting the Programme by providing a cross programme view on delivery of artefacts relating to the analysis and design of the platform.
• Assist with the Setup and provide detailed guidance on the approach/policy and sets standards for the support provided for managing and monitoring the Analytics Platform.
• Assist with the planning and development of project artefacts for delivery of certain ICT capabilities inclusive of architecture standards.
• Assist the Program lead Architect to ensure that the Analytics Platform is managed to realise business benefits and align to relevant strategic plans.

Essential Criteria include but are not limited to:

• A qualified practitioner with specific qualifications or industry training (Bachelors or above) or relevant industry experience of more than 5+ years.
• An experienced Azure Cloud Engineer to work within a very significant cloud based big data analysis platform based primarily on Azure PaaS, SaaS components. Experience in ICT infrastructure and ICT services definition.
• 5+ years' experience implementing Microsoft Azure Cloud services.
• Networking across on-premises and cloud based software defined networks.
• Experience in Azure with Infrastructure as Code, Automation, System Operations and Monitoring.
• Proficiency in one or more scripting languages (PowerShell, Python, C#, Scala, Open Source).

Role Particulars:Submission deadline: 27/03Duration: 12 monthsExtension/s: 1 x 6 month option to extendEligibility: Australian Citizenship and active NV1 Security Clearance (mandatory)Location: Canberra, A.C.TWorking arrangements: Onsite full time contracting hoursFor a detailed job description, apply now, or contact Varsha or Symmone in our Canberra office on 6257 8888.