Senior Cloud System Engineer

Due to the nature of clients we work with here at Kinexus and the projects these roles will be based on, an Australian Government NV1 clearance is essential (TSPV Desirable).

These opportunities do not have the ability to obtain sponsorship for a security clearance (including applicants who currently hold a security clearance seeking to upgrade).

ABOUT THIS ROLE

RFQ-ASD- LH-06949 Senior Cloud System Engineers

Infrastructure Engineers implement, manage and retire the infrastructure (including physical, virtual, networking and cloud infrastructure) that supports digital services.

Candidates must be willing to undergo ASD's Organisational Suitability Assessment (OSA).
The OSA requires a psychological assessment, which involves a questionnaire and an interview.

Before submitting an application for this role, the candidate should consider 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.

Initial contract duration: 12 months

Extension term: 12 months

Number of extensions: 2

Location of work: Canberra

Working arrangements: Working arrangements will be at the discretion of the assigned work area, subject to operational need. Due to the nature of ASD's operations, not all work areas can accommodate work from home.

ABOUT THE COMPANY
Australian Signals Directorate (ASD) is the federal agency responsible for foreign signals intelligence, cyber warfare and information security. ASD's purpose is to defend Australia from global threats and help advance our national interests.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Architecting and designing solutions to meet the organisational technical and business requirements.
• Collaborating with cross-function teams to optimise cloud services for cost performance, security and reliability
• Work with product owners and developers to identify, test and assess security controls in alignment with the PSPF, ISM E8 and organisational policy.
• Contribute to implementation of CNAPP/SASE tooling across cloud platforms.
• Implementing tools and solutions as Proof of Concepts so they can be evaluated for use prior to use in TS cloud. This may include replicating production environments.
• Work closely with industry cloud provider/s to architect feasible and viable solutions.

Technical skills

• Minimum 5 years' experience in Cloud/AWS Engineering
• Experience with implementing and managing security controls
• Strong knowledge and understanding of Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) features
• Strong knowledge and understanding of Microsoft Azure Platform as a Service (PaaS) features.
• Strong Knowledge and experience in Cloud backup and disaster recovery

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE NEEDED

Must be an Australian citizen with a NV1 security clearance.

IT Infrastructure: Level 4 (SFIA) Provides technical expertise to enable the correct application of operational procedures. Contributes to the planning and implementation of infrastructure maintenance and updates. Implements agreed infrastructure changes and maintenance routines. Uses infrastructure management tools to determine load and performance statistics. Configures tools and/or creates scripts to automate the provisioning, testing and deployment of new and changed infrastructure. Maintains operational procedures and checks that they are executed following agreed standards. Investigates and enables the resolution of operational issues. Provides reports and proposals for improvement, to specialists, users and managers.

Systems Design: Level 5 (SFIA) Designs large or complex systems and undertakes impact analysis on major design options and trade-offs. Ensures that the system design balances functional and non-functional requirements. Reviews systems designs and ensures that appropriate methods, tools and techniques are applied effectively. Makes recommendations and assesses and manages associated risks. Adopts and adapts system design methods, tools and techniques. Contributes to development of system design policies, standards and selection of architecture components.

Systems Installation and Removal: Level 5 (SFIA)Takes responsibility for installation and/or decommissioning projects. Provides effective team leadership, including information flow to and from the customer during project work. Develops and implements quality plans and method statements. Monitors the effectiveness of installations and ensures that appropriate recommendations for change are made.

BENEFITS
Why work for ASD?

• Work on interesting and prestigious projects vital to the ongoing defence of Australia.
• Flexible work environment; work the hours that suit you between 7am and 7pm.
• Low attrition rate: the great variety of projects and opportunities across different business areas ensure few workers leave ASD.
• Long contracts available.
• Fantastic growth opportunities available at any stage of your career.

Why Kinexus?

• Kinexus has been supplying contractors to government panels since 2004 and have a strong relationship with them.
• Our experience in managing contractors in defence/national security industries means we understand the requirements from the Commonwealth, insurances and clearances.
• DISP accredited; we can hold clearances and manage renewals.
• Dedicated account manager (me!) who is your dedicated POC and offer continuous contractor care.
• Rate negotiation guidance in line with the SFIA framework.
• Dedicated payroll assistant who facilitates your taxes and super.
• We proactively chase timesheet approvers to ensure you get paid on-time and error free.
• Regular visits to Canberra for coffee, lunches and quarterly drinks events.
• We can facilitate novated car leases, LAFHA or salary sacrifice.
• We'll keep you up to date with the most appropriate, interesting opportunities in your field.
• Community matters. Kinexus supports women in Defence through our female mentoring program and rewards referrers through our Referral Rewards scheme.
• Support for your health and wellness through counselling support (EAP) available for all contractors and their families.
• Kinexus is the leading recruitment partner to the defence industry in Australia. We support our community in making intelligent connections and create opportunities to help grow careers.

All applications should include your resume as a word document.

For more information, visit our website, www.kinexus.com.au or contact Cindace Prasad on 0449 511 ***.

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