Cloud Architect – Azure & DevOps | Federal Contract (Multiple Roles)

Cloud Solutions Architect (Multiple Roles)

Australian citizenship required. No PR or Work Visa holders. Must have an active Baseline (or higher) security clearance.

What to Submit

1. A tailored resume in docx format

2. A one page (5000 character) summary response to the selection criteria below.

RFQ Details

• RFQ ID: LH-06076

• Agency: Department of Industry, Science and Resources

• Closing Date: Friday, 24 April 2026 – 11:59pm (Canberra time)

• Estimated Start Date: Wednesday, 01 July 2026

• Initial Contract Duration: 12 months

• Extension Term: 12 months

• Number of Extensions: 2

• Experience Level: EL1 equivalent

• Security Clearance: Must have an active Baseline (or higher) security clearance

• Location of Work: ACT

• Working Arrangements:

  Onsite. Remote working arrangements may be considered on a case-by-case basis in consultation with the supervising manager, subject to business needs.

• Maximum Hours: 40 hours per week

Job Details

The Department of Industry, Science and Resources and its broader portfolio are integral to the Australian Government's economic agenda, supporting innovation, science and technology, and industry growth.

The Chief Information Officer Division (CIOD) is seeking experienced and motivated Solution Architects to assist with delivery of various ICT projects across the Division, including artificial intelligence and emerging technologies.

The Department primarily uses Microsoft Azure, M365, Dynamics365, and DevOps platforms.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Demonstrated experience as a Senior Cloud Engineer or Solution Architect, preferably within a federal government department

• Solid expertise in developing high level and detailed design solutions for Azure based applications

• Demonstrated experience in the development of Azure DevOps pipelines

• Demonstrated experience and/or familiarity with Azure Virtual network configuration including hybrid network architecture and cloud native web ingress patterns

• Familiar with cyber security controls (ISM), OWASP and Essential 8 controls within federal government departments

• Detailed technical knowledge of the Azure cloud platform

• Ability to work independently, build productive relationships and liaise with stakeholders including business users, development teams, cloud engineers, cyber security experts and enterprise architects

• Strong communication skills and ability to convert business requirements into detailed design solutions using concise language, diagrams and accurate technical details

Selection Criteria

The buyer has specified that each candidate must provide a one page pitch to address all criteria specified. This is equal to 5000 characters.

Essential criteria

1. Demonstrated experience in understanding business requirements and solutioning designs for Azure based cloud environments into HLD and DLD as well as reusable architecture patterns

2. Experience implementing and administering Azure cloud services. Experience with Infrastructure as Code and Azure DevOps highly regarded

3. Ability to build productive relationships and work with stakeholders including enterprise architecture groups, cyber security teams, and cloud operations to secure design approval

4. Demonstrated experience applying information security concepts and best practices including Information Security Manual (ISM)

Desirable criteria

1. Experience with a broad range of cloud technologies including Azure AI, ML and Cognitive services, Data Solutions, DevOps, CI/CD, Integration solutions, and API/Services Oriented Architecture

2. Ability to work with limited guidance in an Agile environment