Senior Cloud Engineer

Kinetic IT is seeking a skilled and versatile Senior Cloud Engineer to join our high-performing team supporting a Federal Government customer based in Canberra. You will play a key role in managing and integrating hybrid infrastructure environments – spanning on‑premises systems, AVS (Azure VMware Solution), and Azure native services. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a major transformation journey, supporting cloud adoption and modern workplace environments (including Exchange Online and Microsoft 365). This role offers the chance to make a tangible impact within a federal government environment, while developing your cloud and modern workplace skills alongside a team of experienced professionals at Kinetic IT.

• Provide expert Level 3 support across Windows Server and cloud platforms.
• Administer and maintain hybrid infrastructure: on‑prem, AVS, and Azure‑native.
• Integrate services with third‑party providers including WAN and secure internet gateways (e.g. Verizon).
• Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders across SIAM‑aligned processes (incident, change, and problem management).
• Partner with the service desk and desktop teams to support a modern M365 environment.
• Support infrastructure transformation aligned with the Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework and hub‑and‑spoke topologies.
• Contribute to application services management and virtual server optimisation.

You're an experienced Systems Engineer who thrives in complex, hybrid environments. You're confident with cloud technologies and system integration, and you understand the expectations of working with government clients in secure, high‑stakes environments.

• Extensive experience with Windows Server 2016–2022
• Strong hands‑on expertise in the Azure Cloud Platform
• Proficiency with VMware environments
• Knowledge of Azure VMware Solution (AVS)
• Azure networking and hub‑and‑spoke topology
• Virtual server management and application services
• Familiarity with the Cloud Adoption Framework
• Experience with Microsoft Intune, SharePoint Online, Power Platform, and Power Automate
• Certifications: MS900, MS102, AZ900, AZ104
• NV1 Security Clearance

Kinetic IT is a leading Australian IT services provider specialising in Intelligent Workplace, Cloud, Cyber Security, Digital Infrastructure and IT Service Management. We are unlocking the potential of technology to enrich lives of Australian communities. For more than 25 years, we've partnered with some of Australia's most important organisations, helping them deliver essential services relied upon by our communities including government, critical infrastructure, education, law enforcement, defence, emergency services, utilities, and transport.

Be You, Create the Future. At Kinetic IT, we're driven by a shared passion for technology, customer success, and community impact. With over 1,500 talented people working across Australia, we deliver world‑class capabilities with a local touch – helping shape the future of tech, here and beyond.

We value individuality and foster an inclusive culture where you're safe to be your best, real self. We tackle challenges together, celebrate success together, and make sure everyone feels valued, supported, and proud of the work they do. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome people of all abilities, backgrounds, cultures, and genders. We're proud to be an Indigenous and Veteran‑friendly employer.

• Growth‑focused culture – Formal training, mentoring, vendor exam support, communities of practice and regular development reviews.
• Advance your career – Access new roles via our internal Opportunity Marketplace careers hub.
• Flex your work – Hybrid options, flexible hours, mobility and part‑time roles (customer needs permitting) and a variety of leave options (including paid parental leave and purchased leave) to suit your needs.
• Celebrate together – Social events, cultural celebrations, end‑of‑year functions, DEI belonging events and more.
• Wellbeing matters – Health and wellness resources and events, free skin and health checks, free flu shots, tailored leave and support options, free and confidential EAP and access to Fitness Passport.

Work with us as we bring technology to life. Apply today or send your CV direct to You can learn more about our culture and crew online at