Senior Infrastructure Engineer

About the Client

Our client is a leading federal government agency responsible for advancing Australia's national interests through cutting-edge technology and secure digital infrastructure. Operating in a high-security environment, the agency is focused on delivering innovative cloud-based solutions and maintaining robust cyber capabilities.

About the Role

We're seeking a Senior Infrastructure Engineer (EL1 equivalent) to support the delivery and enhancement of a secure cloud platform. This role focuses on modern endpoint management using Microsoft Intune and Azure services, contributing to the design, implementation, and maintenance of secure, automated infrastructure.

Key responsibilities include:

• Designing and managing Microsoft Intune solutions for device and application management
• Implementing controls aligned with PSPF, ISM, and government security frameworks
• Managing Windows SOEs and Autopilot configurations
• Automating SOE deployment using MDT, MECM or equivalent tools
• Applying PowerShell scripting for configuration and automation
• Supporting infrastructure-as-code and CI/CD practices

This Canberra-based role offers flexible working arrangements and is initially offered as a 12-month contract, with one possible 12-month extension.

The Successful Candidate

To be eligible, you must be an Australian citizen with a minimum NV1 security clearance. Candidates with a current Defence-recognised Organisational Suitability Assessment (OSA) are highly preferred and must be willing to undergo the OSA process prior to engagement.

We're looking for someone with:

• 2–3 years' experience in Azure environments, particularly Intune
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Cloud Security and endpoint management
• Experience with automation, infrastructure-as-code, and CI/CD pipelines
• Familiarity with networking protocols and enterprise security tools
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and mentoring capabilities

Selection criteria responses are required for both essential and desirable attributes.

What's on Offer

• A long-term federal government contract with extension potential
• A high-impact role in a secure and innovative cloud environment
• Flexible working arrangements and collaborative team culture
• Competitive daily rates and professional development opportunities

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, Melbourne VIC and Brisbane QLD

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:
Must be an Australian Citizens with a minimum Negative Vetting One (NV1) security clearance. 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 10 am
12 September 2025.

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