Senior AWS Cloud Engineer

5 days ago

Canberra, ACT, Australia Approach Consulting Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

About the Role

Approach have partnered with a Defence-consultancy who are seeking to engage multiple, experienced Senior Cloud Engineers (AWS) to design and implement secure, scalable cloud infrastructure solutions within a high-profile government environment.

You'll be responsible for architecting AWS infrastructure, collaborating with cross-functional teams, implementing proof-of-concepts, and ensuring solutions align with compliance frameworks such as PSPF, ISM, E8, and organisational policy.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Architect and design AWS cloud infrastructure solutions to meet business and technical needs.
  • Collaborate with product owners, developers, and senior leadership to ensure secure, cost-effective, and reliable cloud services.
  • Implement and assess security controls in line with national security standards.
  • Contribute to the rollout of CNAPP/SASE tooling across cloud platforms.
  • Work with Azure Active Directory and Azure AD Domain Services where required.
  • Deliver proof-of-concept solutions by replicating production environments for evaluation.
  • Partner with external providers and stakeholders to deliver feasible and sustainable architectures.
  • Support disaster recovery planning, infrastructure maintenance, automation, and system performance improvements.

Essential Skills & Experience:

  • Strong background in AWS architecture, cloud infrastructure, and systems design.
  • Expertise in infrastructure automation, operational procedures, and troubleshooting.
  • Experience designing, coding, testing, and maintaining moderately complex programs/scripts.
  • Knowledge of system installation, decommissioning, and quality assurance processes.
  • Proven ability to conduct impact analysis and balance functional/non-functional requirements.

Desirable:

  • Excellent communication skills and strong stakeholder engagement abilities.
  • Adaptability, resilience, and the ability to thrive in complex, fast-paced environments.
  • Outcome-focused with a willingness to challenge conventional approaches.
  • Demonstrated leadership and accountability in delivering cloud-based solutions.

Why apply for this role?

  • This role provides the chance to work on projects of national importance while shaping the next generation of secure cloud services.
  • You'll be part of a collaborative, skilled team and have the opportunity to influence strategic technology direction.
  • Long term contract (up-to 36-months).
  • Highly competitive hourly rate.

How to Apply:

Please submit your CV to by Friday, 5th September.

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