Data Engineer

2 days ago


Canberra n Capital Territory, Australia Vertical Scope Group Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

Join
Vertical Scope Group's
(VSG) Professional Services Division
as we are seeking a driven, highly skilled and competent
TSPV cleared, Data Engineer
to join our award-winning team in supporting our Defence and National Intelligence Community customers.

  • Set work ahead, 2 year engagement with the client
  • Long term projects linked to NatSec and mission capability
  • Competitive rates with options for permanency, payg and sub-contracting

About You:

  • Must have or must be able to obtain a TSPV clearance.
  • Must be based in Canberra or Melbourne

About the role:

  • Identify and undertake analysis to define, structure and solve complex data engineering challenges.
  • Understand, use and build tools and techniques to develop and test data engineering solutions to achieve business outcomes.
  • Prepare, publish and provide advice on requirements, current and future state models and plans, designs and solutions to improve data interoperability, storage, analysis and transmission.
  • Build maintain and deploy data pipelines analytical environments and models and data stores to store transform, integrate, analyse and transport data and meta-data from a variety of sources to enable others to use and analyse data.
  • Responsible for the ethical use of data and interpreting and complying with legislation, Defence policy and regulatory frameworks including data management and engineering requirements.
  • Responsible for contributing to the management of the risks associated with the use of data including ensuring the security of data storage and transmission mechanisms.
  • Build and sustain strong relationships and negotiate with customers and key stakeholders to deliver tailored recommendations.
  • Represent and advocate for the workgroup and Defence at conferences, seminars, briefings and meetings to support the Defence mission to technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Resolve problems and evaluate lessons learned using expertise, professional judgement and initiative to identify and recommend alternative courses of action and opportunities for continuous improvement.
  • Accountable for accurate and timely completion of work, sharing own expertise with others and guiding and mentoring less experienced employees.
  • Develop and maintain business domain knowledge, data security and engineering skills, knowledge of the Defence data architecture and awareness of trends.
  • Work collaboratively, operates as an effective team member and actively participates in organisational activities

About Us:

As a 100% Australian owned and operated consultancy with a DISP Level 3 membership, we've built a reputation as a trusted, expert, and reputable partner delivering impactful ICT and Cyber solutions to the nation's most important programs.

Multi-award winners including:

  • RCSA 'Excellence in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging'
  • RCSA 'Excellence in Client Services'
  • Prime Minister's Veteran Employment Awards
  • RCSA 'Excellence in Social Purpose'

What We Offer Our People:

  • Flexible work options (when available)
  • Birthday leave & generous Defence leave
  • Paid industry events & annual conference
  • Upskilling with RTO partners + budget for certifications
  • Additional super contributions
  • Fortnightly payroll
  • Access to diverse, secure, and exciting programs

Apply Now or Reach Out:

If you're passionate about using your expertise to support critical national programs and want to be part of a team that truly values people — express your interest today. Apply with your CV or contact us for a confidential conversation.

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Vertical Scope Group values diversity and encourages applications from veterans, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and individuals from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.


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