Cloud Solutions Architect
We are recruiting for a Cloud Solutions Architect for our client, a Canberra based federal government agency.
The area where this work will be undertaken are seeking experienced and motivated Solution Architects to assist with the delivery of various ICT Projects across the Division including artificial intelligence and emerging technology.
The Department primarily uses Microsoft Azure, M365, Dynamics365, and DevOps platforms.
Estimated start date: Wednesday, 01 July 2026
Initial contract duration: 12 months
Extension term: 12 months
Experience level: EL1 equivalent
Location of work: ACT
Working arrangements: Onsite
Maximum hours: 40 hours per week
Security clearance: Baseline clearance is required.
Applications close Thursday April 23, 2026.
Please note we can only accept responses from candidates with an existing baseline clearance.
Key duties and responsibilities
Skills required:
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 communications skills and ability to convert business requirement into detailed design solutions using concise language, diagrams and accurate technical details.
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
Demonstrated experience in understanding business requirements and solutioning designs for Azure based cloud environments into HLD and DLD as well as reusable architecture patterns
Experience implementing and administering Azure cloud services. Experience with Infrastructure as Code and Azure DevOps highly regarded
Ability to build productive relationships and work with stakeholders including enterprise architecture groups, cyber security teams, and cloud operations to secure design approval
Demonstrated experience applying information security concepts and best practices including Information Security Manual (ISM)
Desirable criteria
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
Ability to work with limited guidance in an Agile environment
Submissions
Please provide a one-page pitch addressing the selection criteria, in addition to a resume of no more than three pages, contact details for two referees and your preferred daily rate.
Why Data Knowhow?
As a contractor with Data Knowhow, you will be provided with mentoring and training to advance your career opportunities - we are keen to support you in your career journey and expand future opportunities for you. Data Knowhow provide expertise in data management, analytics and communication, with our staff mentoring and supporting you during your placement with our clients.
Data Knowhow provides EAP services managed by Wisdom Wellbeing (https://www.wisdomwellbeing.com/au/) and salary sacrificing opportunities offered through Simplygreen (https://www.simplygreen.com.au/).
12% superannuation is provided on top of your requested daily rate if you are successful in this position.
We are continually expanding our offerings to make life as a Data Knowhow employee a valuable experience.
Applications close Thursday April 23, 2026.
Position contact
Lisa Cornish
Director, Data Knowhow
lisa.cornish@dataknowhow.com.au
+61 412 073 873
