Senior Cloud Engineer

Job Req ID

Home Affairs - 137571

 

Location

ACT 

 

 Employment Type

Ongoing (Permanent), Full-time 

 

Classification

Executive Level 2 - $136,260.00 and $177,318.00 plus 15.4% super (part time pro-rata)

 

Contact Officer

Adele Teer on 0466 684 633 or adele.teer@homeaffairs.gov.au  

 

Office Arrangements

Hybrid  - Flexible working arrangements can be negotiated in accordance with our Enterprise Agreement and the operational requirements of the role.
 

Applications close on 21/05/2025 at 11:59pm AEST (midnight) - Late applications will not be accepted.

 

About our opportunity

 

This process is being used to fill 1 immediate position/s. 

Applicants suitable for the role but not offered the position for the current vacancy may be placed in a merit list or pool to fill similar vacancies for up to 18 months anywhere in ACT; NSW; NT; QLD; SA; TAS; VIC; WA.
 

About our team

 

GM Technology & Major Cap Group | ICT Division | Risk, Data & Insight Systems | Cloud Platforms

 

The Risk, Data and Insight Systems (RDIS) Branch delivers and maintains critical ICT systems capability to business areas across Home Affairs, the Australian Border Force (ABF), the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) and the Cyber and Infrastructure Security Centre (CISC).

 

RDIS has responsibility for threat and risk systems across visa, travel, cargo and mail, situational awareness, decision support and incident management systems for Maritime Border Command (MBC), ABF and NEMA, data applications and reporting systems, analysis and intelligence systems, data engineering and integration, and enterprise data and geospatial platforms.

 

The Cloud Platforms Section is responsible for overseeing the departments multi-tenant cloud environments, providing the foundational platforms and centralised services to underpin the departments cloud enablement and capabilities.

 

Please visit our website for more information about the Department of Home Affairs or Australian Border Force.

 

Our ideal candidate

 

Our ideal candidate will possess knowledge and hands-on experience architecting, implementing, configuring, and maintaining cloud platforms and services. The Cloud Engineering Leader will be instrumental in ensuring the continuity of the operation and optimisation of cloud applications and services within our organisation. This role requires a deep understanding of cloud technologies and involves managing a range of centrally managed cloud services within a multi cloud environment.

 

Duties and responsibilities

 

• Manage the department's Microsoft Azure and Amazon Web Services (AWS) cloud environments, including provisioning, configuration, and monitoring of core platforms, centralised cloud services, and landing zones.
• Apply processes to expedite service delivery across managed solutions. With a focus to enhance departmental maturity and resilience, elevating the existing security posture. With a focus to ensure alignment to corporate obligations.
• Adhering to the department's ICT service management practices, manage the prompt remediation of issues to ensure service availability and continuity.
• Provide leadership, mentoring and strategic guidance, to a diverse team of engineers with varying skill sets and backgrounds - ensuring sustainable operations through the development of comprehensive documentation to underpin enduring support.
• Foster departmental cloud adoption through positive collaboration with internal stakeholders - supporting the design and implementation of cloud solutions that meet emerging departmental requirements.

 

Additional information

 

The following would be considered highly desirable:

 

• In-depth experience in the delivery of cloud platforms services for AWS and/or Azure
• Experience developing and delivering large scale cloud platform services to a large government agency or corporate organisation
• Demonstrated experience in the design, implementation, and sustainment, of cost-effective, resilient cloud solutions that meet business demands - providing alignment to security and compliance obligations
• Highly developed analytical, fault diagnosis and problem-solving skills and contribute to strategic solutions in a changing environment
• Demonstrated proficiency in the development of infrastructure as code to automate the provisioning and management of cloud resources
• Well-developed stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills, with ability to negotiate outcomes as required
• Strong understanding of cloud financial operations and modelling, to deliver fiscally responsible cloud solutions
• Cloud certifications for AWS, Microsoft Azure, or multi-cloud
• Tertiary qualifications in Cloud, ICT Infrastructure, Networking or Cyber Security

 

How to apply

 

Submit your application and CV through the Home Affairs’ recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing date on 21/05/2025 at 11:59pm (midnight) AEDT – late applications will not be accepted.

 

As part of your application you will be required to prepare and submit a one-page applicant response document in relation to the advertised role, outlining:

 

• How your skills, knowledge, and experience will be relevant to this role
• Why you are interested in the role and what you can offer us
• Any specific examples or achievements that demonstrate your ability to perform the role

 

Applicant response documents must be a minimum 11pt font in MSWord or PDF format, include your full name and the Requisition Number – 137571 in the document footer.

 

Prior to preparing your response it is recommended you review the Work Level standards relevant to the classification you are applying to. It may also be useful to refer to the Integrated Leadership Systems information relevant to the classification.

 

Eligibility

 

To be eligible for the position you must be an Australian Citizen.

 

The successful candidate will be required to obtain and maintain a Negative Vetting Level 1 (AGSVA) security clearance, and:
 

• ABF Workers will also be required to obtain and maintain an Employment Suitability Clearance (ESC).
• Home Affairs Workers will also be required to obtain and maintain an Onboarding Check.
   

In certain circumstances, an Employment Suitability Clearance (ESC) may be required in addition to, or in lieu of, an Onboarding Check, which will be determined by the delegate as necessary.  

 

Diversity and inclusion

 

The Department is committed to workforce diversity and applicants who are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, come from a diverse cultural or linguistic background or have a disability are encouraged to apply.

 

RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit: https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitability

 

Technical assistance

 

For technical enquiries please call or email for assistance:

 

• Email: recruitment@homeaffairs.gov.au
• Phone: 1300 793 883 (within Australia) or +61 2 6196 0444 (outside of Australia)

 

Please include any applicable screen captures, a response will be provided during business hours.

 

Notes

 

The Department of Home Affairs offers an attractive remuneration package, including salary, superannuation benefits and flexible working conditions appropriate to the level of the position. The Australian Public Service (APS) Employee Value Proposition (EVP) highlights the top reasons our employees enjoy working in the APS.

 

The Department may provide relocation assistance to eligible APS employees required to relocate. The level of assistance will vary depending on the reason for relocating and your personal circumstances. For further information please enquire with the contact officer listed in the advertisement.

 

Information about employment and advice on how to apply for vacancies can be obtained from the Department’s website at https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au/about-us/careers

 

Candidates should be aware that in roles where vaccination against COVID-19 is required by public health orders/directions or other legislation proof of vaccination will be required. If a candidate is not fully vaccinated or is unwilling to be vaccinated within a reasonable time period, they may not be offered that role.