Linux Engineer

Build Automation Technical Specialist – Defence ICT (RFQTS 16634)

Location:
Canberra – Symonston, ACT

Clearance:
NV1 (with potential NV2 upgrade)

Start Date:
November 2025

Contract Duration:
Until 31 December days across FY25/26–26/27)

Extensions:
Two x 12-month options may be available

About the Opportunity

Azooa is preparing a response to
RFQTS 16634
, issued by the
Australian Army – Army Headquarters, Land Capability Executive
. We are seeking an experienced and motivated
Build Automation Technical Specialist
to join the
Land Network Integration Centre (LNIC)
in Symonston, ACT.

The LNIC plays a central role in ensuring that
Army's future combat capabilities are integrated by design
, optimised into the Joint Force, and interoperable with Coalition partners. This role supports the
Land Combat System Support Environment (LCSE)
and the
Land Combat System Battle Labs
, which provide the environments required for testing, experimentation, and system integration.

This is a
hands-on technical role
within a
DevSecOps team
, focused on designing and implementing automation solutions that streamline ICT build and deployment processes, strengthen configuration management, and enhance overall capability readiness.

Key Responsibilities

As the Build Automation Technical Specialist, you will:

• Automation & Orchestration
  – Develop, maintain, and optimise automation tools and scripts to streamline ICT node deployment.
• DevSecOps Support
  – Maintain and enhance the DevSecOps environment, ensuring consistent operation of automation tooling.
• System Build & Configuration
  – Implement orchestration solutions for repeatable, secure system build processes.
• Knowledge Transfer
  – Provide limited training to users and technical SMEs as needed.
• Disaster Recovery Design
  – Contribute to the design and implementation of disaster recovery solutions using the VMware suite.
• Risk & Planning
  – Provide SME-level input into project planning, capability expansion, and risk management.
• Configuration Management
  – Enforce configuration management across the LCSE and maintain version-controlled deployments.
• Patching & Compliance
  – Automate patching, compliance checks, and updates across supported environments.
• Documentation
  – Develop clear and detailed documentation describing designs, configurations, and implementation steps.
• Reporting
  – Support LNIC reporting requirements, including monthly progress reports and quarterly contract reviews.
• Stakeholder Engagement
  – Liaise with Defence stakeholders, APS, contractors, and SMEs to support system integration.
• Field Support
  – Provide support during trials, exercises, and potential interstate or international deployments.

Deliverables

During the engagement, the Technical Specialist will deliver:

• Automated build and deployment solutions for deployable ICT nodes.
• Disaster recovery designs and documentation leveraging VMware.
• Maintenance and improvement of DevSecOps environments and toolchains.
• Technical documentation and system implementation guides.
• Direct support to Defence-led trials, exercises, and stakeholder engagement activities.

Mandatory Requirements

Candidates must demonstrate:

• Strong experience with
  PowerShell, Ansible, and related scripting languages
  .
• Proficiency with
  DevSecOps toolsets and methodologies (GitLab, CI/CD pipelines)
  .
• Expertise in
  Kubernetes and containerised workloads
  .
• Advanced knowledge of
  Microsoft and Linux enterprise systems
  .
• Demonstrated experience with the
  VMware suite of datacentre products
  .
• Background in
  version-controlled infrastructure deployments
  .
• Proven ability to
  automate patching, compliance checks, and updates
  .
• Must be
  based in Canberra
  .
• Minimum NV1 clearance
  at commencement (upgrade to NV2 may be required).

Highly Desirable

• More than
  10 years' experience
  in secure ICT systems, ideally in the Defence domain.

Desirable Skills & Knowledge

• Familiarity with Defence networks such as
  JP AUS MPE Network, EDLAN, or equivalent deployed networks
  .
• Experience with
  vulnerability scanning, secrets management, and identity & access control
  .
• Understanding of standards including
  NIST, ISO 27001, ASD Essential Eight
  .
• Experience in
  cloud and hybrid cloud environments
  .
• Proven ability to work in
  disconnected or air-gapped environments
  .

Reporting Line

• Reports directly to the
  Information Systems Manager, LNIC
  .

Contract Conditions

• Working Hours:
  0730–1730, Mon–Fri, max 40 hrs/week.
• Travel:
  Interstate and international travel may be required.
• Compliance:
  Must adhere to APS Code of Conduct, Defence policies, and the Commonwealth Supplier Code of Conduct.
• Performance Standards:
  Measured against Defence Key Result Areas (KRAs): timeliness, quality, collaboration, risk/security management.

Why This Role?

• Directly contribute to
  Army's future combat capability integration
  .
• Work with
  cutting-edge Defence ICT
  in a high-impact technical role.
• Collaborate within a
  small, specialist DevSecOps team
  .
• Potential for
  multi-year contract extensions
  based on performance and Defence needs.

About Azooa

Azooa is a trusted partner in delivering Defence capability solutions through
technical expertise, innovation, and collaboration
. We specialise in supporting Defence programs by providing
highly skilled professionals
who excel in secure, complex, and mission-critical environments.

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