Python Back End Developer

Cleared ICT are supporting a government department who are looking to engage any Software Engineers with python experience holding anything above a NV1 clearance or above.

Location: Canberra / Brisbane
Start date: ASAP
Term: 12 months with 1 extension
Clearance: NV1 or above

Requirements
A Federal Government agency responsible for national cyber security capability development is seeking a Back End Python Developer to support the ongoing development, enhancement, and sustainment of a key cyber incident reporting platform. This platform provides a single point of entry for individuals, businesses, and government to report cyber incidents and ensures referrals are directed to the most appropriate response agencies.
The Back End Developer will play a critical role in building new capabilities, delivering enhancements, and supporting the ongoing operation of the platform to meet evolving user and service expectations.

Working arrangements
The successful candidate will normally work 5 days per week (estimated 40 hour week). This role is Canberra or Brisbane based. Note: An Organisational Suitability Assessment (OSA) is a mandatory requirement for contracted staff working in ASD beyond 12 months. Before submitting an application for this position, the applicant must have considered their preparedness for questions that may include the following topics: personal relationships, living circumstances, personal values, financial situation, physical and mental health history including substance use, and any civil and/or military record. OSA's are conducted to determine suitability to work in a high security environment. All employees must obtain and maintain the required security clearance to work in ASD.

We have a flexible workforce and have aligned our work environment to meet restrictions implemented by the ACT Government arrangements. Current engagements at ACSC are dependent upon ensuring compliance with these restrictions and meeting our specific business needs. For instances whereby a program of work is unable to be delivered virtually during lockdown, then a mutually agreed delayed commencement will be considered.

Experience required

• Demonstrated competence developing software with Python, including testing of code.
• Demonstrated experience contributing to and sustaining a production Python software application.
• API development experience using Cloud based solution or COTS products, including good knowledge of rate limits, throttling and securing the API and documentation.
• Experienced in developing and deploying software within a Linux / Unix environment.
• Proven ability to work in a team environment and contribute ideas. Experience working within an AGILE delivery team highly desirable.
• Ability to document technical processes in accordance with organisational policies and procedures and be able to promote bi-directional knowledge transfer within a team environment.

Desirable experience

• Demonstrated competence with AWS, Lambda, DynamoDB, S3 and API Gateway.
• Experience in the Cyber Security or related domain would be highly regarded.
• Experience in the use of automation and deployment tools is desirable.CI/CD and test automation experience, preferably with Azure Devops.
• Experience and proficiency in REACT/TypeScript/Javascript/ES6/Typescript/Webpack/SASS/CSS.

At Cleared, we provide tailored recruitment solutions to individuals seeking their next opportunity and to organisations searching for talent within Defence Industry, Intelligence and National Security.

To arrange a confidential conversation or apply, please contact Emily on 0401791117 or to view all our current openings, please visit https://www.clearedict.com.au/jobs

To view all our current openings, please visit https://www.clearedict.com.au/jobs