Senior Cloud Engineer

Role: Senior Cloud Engineer
Location: Mawson Lakes, SA
Working arrangement: Hybrid and 9 day working fortnights
Clearance Required: Baseline - NV1

Company Overview
Our client is a Defence industry leader committed to delivering secure, scalable, and high-performing ICT infrastructure solutions. With a strong focus on modernising corporate IT environments, the organisation supports Australia's national security and Defence operations through innovation and cloud-first strategies. Their collaborative and high-calibre team environment offers unmatched professional development and career growth.

Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Senior Cloud Engineer to join a critical program focused on transforming a secure corporate ICT environment. This role is ideal for candidates with deep Azure experience and a strong understanding of hybrid cloud infrastructure and security. You will work in a hands-on capacity, enhancing cloud environments, implementing best practice infrastructure, and ensuring performance and availability in a secure Defence context.

Duties and Responsibilities

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  Build, maintain, and enhance secure Microsoft Azure environments
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  Deploy and manage Azure resources including virtual machines, storage, networking, and monitoring
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  Implement security and high availability measures across cloud workloads
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  Evaluate capacity and performance requirements to scale infrastructure effectively
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  Troubleshoot and resolve infrastructure issues across cloud and on-premises environments
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  Automate infrastructure deployment using tools such as PowerShell, Azure CLI, or Bicep
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  Integrate infrastructure into DevOps pipelines and Infrastructure-as-Code workflows
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  Maintain clear and comprehensive technical documentation

Education/Certifications Required

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  Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field (desirable)

Knowledge/Skills Required

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  Minimum 5 years' experience in Azure administration within complex environments
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  Experience with Azure Landing Zones, Backup/Restore, and Recovery strategies
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  Strong knowledge of AD, Azure AD, LDAP, DNS, DHCP, Kerberos, and authentication protocols
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  Understanding of DevOps concepts and Infrastructure as Code practices
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  Experience with network routing, switching, and firewalls
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  Hands-on experience troubleshooting security, connectivity, and performance issues
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  Proficiency with automation and scripting (PowerShell, Azure CLI, Bicep)
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  Strong documentation and communication skills
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  Ability to work independently within secure and regulated environments

Security Clearance
You must be an Australian Citizen and eligible to obtain and maintain an NV1 Security Clearance. Further information is available at: defence.gov.au/agsva

Employment Benefits

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  Join a high-performing team working on Defence-grade infrastructure
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  Competitive salary and long-term career development
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  Access to internal training, certification support, and industry events
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  Flexible work policies and wellbeing initiatives
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  Be part of a secure, impactful mission

Diversity and Inclusion
We value diversity and inclusion in the workplace and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.

Veterans
Defence and Federal Government industry experience is highly desirable. We strongly encourage veterans and individuals with Defence experience to apply. Your unique skills and background are highly valued, and we are committed to supporting your transition into this role.

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