Our client is a leading Australian Government agency within the national security and defence sector. They deliver cutting-edge technology solutions and play a critical role in safeguarding Australia against global threats. This is your chance to work on projects that directly impact national security and technological resilience.
About the Role
We are seeking Senior AWS Cloud Engineers (EL1 equivalent) to design, deliver, and optimise secure, scalable, and cost-effective cloud solutions across enterprise environments. You will lead cloud transformation initiatives, modernise legacy systems, and embed best practices for cloud adoption. This role is pivotal in ensuring elasticity, security, and operational efficiency in a rapidly evolving cloud landscape.
Key responsibilities include:
- Designing and implementing AWS cloud architectures that meet security and scalability requirements.
- Leading cloud migration and modernisation projects.
- Deploying automation and monitoring tools for resilience and repeatability.
- Promoting cloud best practices and uplifting internal capability.
- Driving continuous improvement and cost optimisation.
To be considered, you must:
- Be an Australian Citizen with a minimum NV1 security clearance (TSPV highly desirable).
- Have 5–10 years’ experience delivering AWS solutions for complex projects.
- Demonstrate strong technical skills across AWS services, cloud architecture, and automation frameworks.
- Possess excellent organisational and communication skills.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Engineering.
- Experience managing complex projects.
- Familiarity with IaC tools (Terraform, CloudFormation), DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes).
What’s on Offer
- Location: Flexible – ACT, NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA, TAS, NT
- Duration: 12 months with potential extensions
- Flexible working arrangements available
- Opportunity to work on mission-critical projects in a high-impact environment
- Competitive daily rates for experienced professionals
Candidates must also be willing to undergo an Organisational Suitability Assessment (OSA) prior to engagement.
Why partner with Whizdom?
We’re Whizdom. We view you as an extension of our strong, dependable brand and have differentiators which really are different! The Whizdom way:
- We pay our contractors same day you submit your timesheet!
- We are Level 3, DISP certified and have signed the Veteran Employment Commitment and been awarded the highest level of compliance to this important initiative, proactively assisting veterans transitioning from the forces to civilian roles. We’ve been lucky enough to win industry awards for our high level of process compliance and are ISO 9001 certified. Our commitment to reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions has been accredited in line with large global organisations.
- We value diversity and welcome applications from Indigenous Australians, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people living with a disability.
Location: The role is based in QLD, WA, ACT, VIC, NSW, NT, SA, TAS
Contract terms: 12 months from commencement date, plus potential extensions
SFIA level required: The Specified Person will be expected to demonstrate attributes of SFIA Level of Responsibility 5.
Security Requirements: Be an Australian Citizen with a minimum NV1 security clearance (TSPV highly desirable). An OSA(Organisational Suitability Assessment) will be required for this position.
How to Apply: Please upload your resume to apply. Please note you will need to complete selection criteria to complete this application process. We will be in touch with instructions for suitably skilled candidates.
Candidates will need to be willing to undergo pre-employment screening checks which may include, ID and work rights, security clearance verification and any other client requested checks.
Applications open until 8am 27 January 2026.
Reach Damien on 0480 002 503 or damienm@whizdom.com.au for any further information.
