Senior Cloud and Automation Engineer

About the Client

Our client is a leading Australian Government agency dedicated to safeguarding national interests and defending against global threats. They deliver cutting-edge cyber security, foreign signals intelligence, and advanced technology solutions to support Australia's security and resilience objectives.

About the Role

We are seeking a Senior Cloud and Automation Engineer to design and deliver scalable, secure cloud automation solutions for secure environments. This role involves working closely with internal stakeholders to create cost-effective, resilient cloud-based solutions, while identifying opportunities to streamline and improve existing capabilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement automated solutions for cloud infrastructure.
• Identify automation opportunities within software and business processes.
• Develop and execute QA tests using scripts and tools.
• Troubleshoot complex systems and ensure security measures are in place.
• Collaborate across teams to enhance workflows through automation.

The Successful Candidate

To excel in this role, you will have:

• A degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong programming and scripting skills.
• Expertise in at least one major cloud platform (AWS preferred).
• Proficiency with Infrastructure-as-Code and automation tools.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a high-security environment (NV1 clearance required; OSA highly preferred).

What's on Offer

• Contract Duration: 12 months with up to two 12-month extensions.
• Location: Canberra, ACT.
• Opportunity to work on mission-critical projects that directly contribute to national security.

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 or Bendigo, 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 3-5.

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 27 November 2025.

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