Infrastructure Engineer

About the role

A Commonwealth agency protecting Australia's critical systems and information from sophisticated threats is hiring an Infrastructure Engineer. The role sits within an infrastructure engineering function covering physical, virtual, networking and cloud infrastructure behind mission-critical digital services. You will work across the full system development lifecycle, from design and build through to installation, testing and decommissioning, in a high-assurance environment.

Key responsibilities

• Install, configure, test and correct hardware and software, including diagnosing and resolving malfunctions
• Design, code, test, document and refactor moderately complex programs and scripts
• Define integration builds and produce build definitions for software generation
• Review externally developed test plans and procedures to confirm alignment with requirements and verification processes
• Resolve issues arising during capability development
• Lead infrastructure and platform design, implementation and support
• Engage with stakeholders across the capability development lifecycle

Required profile

• Demonstrated experience in Linux administration and system hardening
• Demonstrated experience in configuration management and automation
• Experience installing, configuring, maintaining and de-installing infrastructure systems
• An existing Positive Vetting security clearance is essential to be considered
• Comfortable working in a high-assurance environment where documentation, testing and change discipline matter as much as technical skill

What we offer

• Rate of $140-$160 per hour
• 12-month labour hire contract with two 12-month extension options
• Based in Canberra, with situational work-from-home arrangements