Our client is a high-profile government agency operating within the national security and intelligence domain. They play a critical role in defending Australia against global threats and advancing national interests through cutting-edge technology, cyber operations, and intelligence capabilities. This is a rare opportunity to contribute to a mission of national significance in a technically advanced and secure environment.
About the Role
As a Senior System Administrator, you will lead and manage system administration activities across key capability domains. You’ll be responsible for the installation, configuration, and maintenance of complex systems, leveraging automation tools to streamline operations and ensure continuous improvement. This role requires strong stakeholder engagement, technical leadership, and the ability to work within agile, integrated teams.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead installation, configuration, and maintenance of systems
- Use automation tools (e.g., Ansible) for system builds and configuration management
- Collaborate with delivery teams to improve processes
- Provide technical guidance and uplift team capability
- Participate in design reviews, stakeholder meetings, and agile processes
Technical Environment:
- Linux, Splunk, Ansible
- Networking, database management, and security protocols
Locations: Canberra ACT, Brisbane QLD, Melbourne VIC
Duration: 12 months + 2 x 12-month extensions
The Successful Candidate
You will be an experienced systems administrator with a background in infrastructure operations, systems design, and software administration. You’ll demonstrate leadership in technical delivery and possess strong diagnostic and troubleshooting capabilities.
Essential Criteria Includes:
- System Installation & Removal (HSIN Level 5)
- System Software Administration (SYSP Level 5)
- Infrastructure Operations (ITOP Level 5)
- Systems Design (DESN Level 5)
What’s on Offer
- Work on nationally significant projects in a secure, high-impact environment
- Long-term contract with potential extensions
- Opportunity to contribute to Australia’s national security mission
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 Canberra ACT, Brisbane QLD or Melbourne, VIC.
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: Current Top-Secret Positive Vetting (TSPV) security clearance is strongly preferred, however candidates who have held a TSPV in the previous 12-month period (which has since been downgraded) may be considered. 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 10 October 2025.
Reach Damien on 0480 002 503 or damienm@whizdom.com.au for any further information.
