Do work that genuinely helps people — this Data Analyst / BA contract puts you at the heart of meaningful public sector reform in Queensland. Based in Brisbane's CBD, this is your chance to drive real impact through data quality, CRM migration readiness, and stakeholder collaboration.

THE ROLE

Our client, a large Queensland Government department, is seeking an experienced Data Analyst / Business Analyst for a 6-month contract with strong potential for extension. You'll be embedded in a high-priority program of work focused on migrating multiple frontline systems into a new enterprise CRM platform. Working closely with program leads, technical BAs, SMEs, and data teams, you'll ensure data is understood, cleansed, documented, and migration-ready. This is a hybrid role — 3 days in the CBD office, 2 days working from home after an initial settling-in period.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Conducting comprehensive data quality assessments across identified source systems to establish data integrity baselines and flag areas of risk
• Developing a structured data cleansing strategy and implementation plan to remediate quality issues ahead of migration
• Establishing functional data definitions, selection criteria, and migration scope for identified data assets
• Mapping source system fields to CRM target fields and validating migrated data for accuracy and completeness
• Engaging and consulting with diverse stakeholder groups
• Supporting business analysis activities including requirements gathering and process documentation

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• Proven experience working with large enterprise systems, CMS, and CRM platforms
• Strong capability in data analysis, data mapping, and integration concepts
• Demonstrated experience in data cleansing and data quality improvement
• Solid background in a Business Analyst role, including requirements gathering and process documentation
• Confident stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to facilitate workshops across varied groups
• Experience with Power BI and other reporting tools
• Clear communication skills — able to translate complex technical data concepts into plain business language

NICE TO HAVE

• Previous experience in Queensland Government or public sector environments

ABOUT TALENT STREET

Talent Street is a specialist technology recruitment agency connecting top IT professionals with leading organisations across Australia.

TO APPLY

Click Apply Now or reach out to Cheska Mitra at cmitra@talentstreet.com.au for a confidential chat. 

You want to lead data engineering that actually matters — shaping architecture, guiding teams, and sitting at the table when strategy gets set. This is that role.

THE ROLE

Our client is a technology consultancy delivering data and analytics transformation across a diverse customer base. They're looking for a Senior Consultant - Data Engineering to take technical ownership of their data practice — from pipeline design to pre-sales pursuits. Based in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia, this is a permanent, full-time opportunity where no two weeks look the same. You'll work hands-on with Azure Data Factory, Databricks, Microsoft Fabric, Delta Lake and Power BI while also mentoring engineers, setting team standards, and helping win new work.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Design and build pipelines and lakehouse architectures on Azure and Databricks that customers genuinely depend on
• Transform messy source data into well-modelled Power BI reporting that drives real decisions
• Own technical design on engagements and hold the quality line on everything shipped
• Run discovery sessions and workshops directly with customers, turning business questions into data solutions
• Build data quality, testing, observability and governance in from the start
• Lead pre-sales pursuits alongside directors — shaping solutions, sizing effort and presenting technical responses
• Mentor engineers and develop the standards and reusable patterns that lift the whole team
• Manage two or three concurrent engagements, keeping variety high and the work interesting

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• 8+ years of data engineering experience, with a consulting or professional services background
• Strong SQL and Python with the judgement to favour simple over clever
• Hands-on experience with Azure Data Factory, Azure Synapse, Microsoft Fabric and Azure Data Lake Storage
• Solid Databricks and Apache Spark experience, including Delta Lake and layered architectures
• Data modelling depth across dimensional and lakehouse patterns
• Power BI skills spanning semantic modelling, DAX and report design
• Source control, CI/CD and environment management, ideally via Azure DevOps
• A track record in pre-sales: solution shaping, effort estimation and technical proposal writing
• Demonstrated experience mentoring engineers and building capability around you
• Full working rights in Australia and willingness to complete a national police check

NICE TO HAVE

• Microsoft certification such as DP-203 or DP-600, or a Databricks certification
• Experience with dbt or similar transformation frameworks
• Exposure to Azure AI Foundry, retrieval-augmented generation or responsible AI practice
• Experience delivering into government or regulated environments
• Broader Microsoft digital transformation experience

ABOUT TALENT STREET

Talent Street is a specialist technology recruitment agency connecting top IT professionals with leading organisations across Australia.

TO APPLY

Apply now or contact Cheska Mitra, Delivery Consultant at Talent Street, on cmitra@talentstreet.com.au for a confidential conversation.

Manual Tester

Administrative Review Tribunal

LH-07474

Closing date – Friday 28^th August 2026

Estimated start – 14^th September 2026

Initial contract – 9 months

Extension – 1x 6 month extension

Experience level – APS 5 equivalent

Location – QLD, WA, ACT, NSW, NT, SA, TAS

Working arrangements – Hybrid, occasional visit to office

Maximum hours – 8 hours a day

Security clearance – must be able to obtain Baseline

Job details

The Administrative Review Tribunal (ART) is seeking an experienced Manual Tester to join the Case Management Solution Program team. This multi-year program will replace the current customer facing portals with a consolidated client facing portal that allows for a more streamlined and simplified user experience. The program has now commenced and is preparing to move into the delivery phase.

Under the direction of the Test Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for developing and operating a testing framework that supports the delivery of high-quality digital services and products in an agile environment.

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Extensive experience in designing, documenting and executing test plans.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills to be able to communicate complex information clearly and succinctly
• Well-developed interpersonal skills including the ability to work collaboratively, develop and maintain positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Experience using Jira, Confluence and case management systems
• Ability to collaborate effectively with business analysts, developers, solution architects and product owners to clarify requirements and support successful delivery
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills including the ability to troubleshoot D365 behaviours, validate data flows and provide clear defect documentation

Key duties and responsibilities

Demonstrated experience:

• Demonstrated experience in performing comprehensive manual testing across enterprise business applications, with a strong emphasis on Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365) environments.
• Proven capability in delivering System Testing (ST), System Integration Testing (SIT) and End to End (E2E) testing for D365 modules, ensuring alignment with business processes, configurations and customisations
• Hands-On experience testing D365 applications or related modules including validation of workflows, forms, security roles, data migration and custom extensions
• Experience validating D365 integrations with Azure services such as Logic Apps, Service Bus, Dataverse, APIs and third-party systems ensuring data accuracy, error handling and end to end flow integrity
• Demonstrated ability to design, maintain and execute detailed test cases, test scripts, traceability matrixes based on functional, technical and business requirements and commitment to quality assurance best practices.
• Proven experience using Azure DevOps (or similar tools) for test management, defect tracking, requirement traceability and reporting.

Desirable:

• Basic understanding of test automation frameworks such as Selenium, Cypress or Playwright
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools - Jenkins, GitHub) for running automated tests
• Ability to troubleshoot basic automation failures

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 performing comprehensive manual testing across enterprise business applications, with a strong emphasis on Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365) environments.
• Proven capability in delivering System Testing (ST), System Integration Testing (SIT) and End to End (E2E) testing for D365 modules, ensuring alignment with business processes, configurations and customisations
• Hands-On experience testing D365 applications or related modules including validation of workflows, forms, security roles, data migration and custom extensions
• Experience validating D365 integrations with Azure services such as Logic Apps, Service Bus, Dataverse, APIs and third-party systems ensuring data accuracy, error handling and end to end flow integrity
• Demonstrated ability to design, maintain and execute detailed test cases, test scripts, traceability matrixes based on functional, technical and business requirements and commitment to quality assurance best practices.
• Proven experience using Azure DevOps (or similar tools) for test management, defect tracking, requirement traceability and reporting.

Desirable criteria

• Basic understanding of test automation frameworks such as Selenium, Cypress or Playwright
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools - Jenkins, GitHub) for running automated tests
• Ability to troubleshoot basic automation failures

Senor DevOps Engineer

Australian Electoral Commission – AEC

RFQ – LH-07372

Closing date – Monday 31^st of August 2026

Estimated start date – Monday 5^th October 2026

Initial contract – ASAP to 30^th June 2027

Extensions – 1x 12-month extension

Experience level – EL1 equivalent

Locations – ACT

Work arrangements – Hybrid

Maximum hours – 40 hours per week

Security clearance – Negative Vetting Level 1

Job details

The AEC is seeking a DevOps Engineer to work effectively with technical teams such as the development teams, hosting platforms teams and Enterprise Integration Teams. 

DevOps Engineers will establish and maintain Azure DevOps pipelines, repositories, and artefacts, ensuring that deployed applications are current in their toolsets, resilient, secure and automated wherever possible. In collaboration with other teams in the work area, these roles will investigate and resolve complex issues with the operation of  applications. 

About the team

Chief Information Officer Division (CIOD) : The CIOD is responsible for delivering robust ICT functions and capabilities, maintaining election-ready systems, and delivering an ambitious ICT transformation and modernisation agenda.   The CIOD leads and supports a range of AEC projects/programs including, but not limited to, the Election Systems Modernisation Program (Indigo Program) and the Funding and Disclosure (FAD) Reform Program.

About the project

Platforms and Application Development Branch (PaAD) :  The Platforms and Application Development Branch is responsible for the support, enhancement, and modernisation of the AEC’s enterprise and election‑critical applications. The branch delivers capabilities across application development, integration, data, cloud, operational support, and modern engineering practices.     PaAD works across multiple technology domains to ensure AEC systems remain stable, secure, scalable, and aligned with evolving electoral, legislative, and organisational needs. The branch partners closely with business areas to uplift platforms, replace legacy systems, support application lifecycle management, and drive continuous improvement across ICT delivery.

Key duties and responsibilities

The role will be responsible for, but not limited to: 

• Designing, implementing, and managing CI/CD pipelines, automating deployment processes for developed solutions while maintaining a keen focus on efficiency and reliability. 

• Overseeing the configuration and management of development, testing, and production hosting environments, ensuring accurate replication of real-world conditions for rigorous integration testing. 

• Applying advanced scripting and automation skills using tools like PowerShell, ARM templates, Bicep, and YAML to improve efficiency and reliability of deployments. 

• Implementing comprehensive monitoring solutions to track the performance, availability, and security of integration solutions. Configure alerting systems to facilitate proactive issue resolution. 

• Integrating automated testing into CI/CD pipelines to enhance software quality and reliability, including security testing practices, Static Application Security Testing (SAST) and Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST), to ensure the integrity of developed solutions. 

• Working closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, Cyber Security, system analysts, integration testers, and other stakeholders to align DevOps practices with project goals and timelines, fostering a culture of collaboration. 

• Maintaining comprehensive documentation of deployment processes, configurations, and best practices, facilitating knowledge sharing and future reference. 

• Perform additional duties or assume responsibility of functions as directed from time to time. 

The candidate must hold an active NV1 security clearance prior to commencement.

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

• Extensive experience with Azure DevOps including building and maintaining complex Azure DevOps pipelines.
• Experience implementing IAC (Infrastructure as Code) with CI/CD (Azure DevOps / GitHub).
• Experience with GIT version control and common branching strategies.
• Hands on experience with deploying and maintaining Azure resources including Azure App Service and similar.
• Experience in working with major Cloud Platforms (e.g. Azure / AWS / Google Cloud), including platform administration, application troubleshooting and FinOps right-sizing of resources.
• Experience with developing system automation and deployment scripts in PowerShell.
• Demonstrated experience troubleshooting complex applications deployed across multiple hosting platforms (On Prem/Cloud)
• Experience collaborating in software development activities, participating in code reviews etc.

Lead a team of BA and/or Architects within a critical Cyber Security Program as the strategic mind behind business analysis and architecture. This is a rare opportunity for a large Cyber Program of work.

THE ROLE
Our client is seeking a Lead Business Analyst / Lead Architect (Cyber Security) to provide strategic leadership across a complex, multi-initiative Cyber Security Program. Based in Brisbane, this is a long term contract where you will be owning the business analysis framework, driving governance and assurance, and leading a team of BAs and/or Architects. You'll work closely with program managers, cyber specialists, change resources and technical delivery teams to ensure cyber initiatives land with real business impact.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING
• Lead business analysis and/or architecture activities across multiple concurrent cyber security initiatives;
• Establish, own and continuously improve the program's BA framework, standards, templates and artefacts;
• Provide governance and assurance over business requirements, ensuring traceability and alignment to program objectives;
• Lead business capability modelling, process architecture and future operating model development;
• Mentor and support business analysts across the program, including resource planning and workload prioritisation;
• Engage and advise executives, operational stakeholders and technical delivery teams on business impacts and dependencies;
• Support operational transition, business readiness and benefits realisation activities.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING
• Demonstrated experience leading BA and/or Solution Architecture activities across large, complex transformation programs;
• Strong governance and assurance capability across business analysis practices;
• Proven ability to develop future-state operating models, business processes and requirements;
• Experience leading a small team of BAs and/or Architects within a project/program of work;
• Solid understanding of Cyber security disciplines: GRC, IDM, SoC, Supply Chain Risk and/or Essential 8.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement, facilitation and communication skills across business and technical audiences.

NICE TO HAVE
• Experience working within Queensland Government or other highly regulated environments;
• Background establishing BA frameworks and standards in complex program or portfolio environments;
• IIBA, CBAP, CCBA or ECBA certification;
• Agile Business Analysis certification and/or Architect certification/framework;
• Proficiency with Jira, Confluence, Visio and Microsoft 365.

ABOUT TALENT STREET
Talent Street is a specialist technology recruitment agency connecting top IT professionals with leading organisations across Queensland and Australia. We offer:

• On-going contractor support;
• Weekly Pay cycle with No Admin fees;
• Access to Novated lease.

TO APPLY
Hit Apply Now or reach out to Christelle Auger directly on 0424 614 683 to learn more about this opportunity. We'd love to hear from experienced Lead Business Analysts and Lead Architects ready to make an impact in cyber security.

Do you want to do meaningful design work that reaches real communities across North Queensland? This is your chance to join a long-term government contract delivering impactful visual communications from Cairns.

THE ROLE

Talent Street is partnering with a Queensland state government organisation to find an experienced Graphic Designer for a contract role based in Cairns, QLD. This is an office-based position with flexible work arrangements available to negotiate after an initial probation period. The contract runs until the end of June 2027, with two further 12-month extensions on offer — giving you genuine long-term stability.

You'll be producing high-quality creative work across print, digital, video and social media to support a regional stakeholder and community engagement programme, working alongside executives, multidisciplinary teams and external suppliers.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Developing and delivering creative design solutions aligned to strategic regional objectives
• Designing and producing a broad range of materials including brochures, newsletters, publications, presentations, maps, digital and print advertisements, and social media content
• Editing and producing video content and motion graphics
• Providing expert visual design and digital communications advice to regional executives and internal stakeholders
• Managing workflow and competing project priorities using project management tools
• Liaising with external suppliers such as printers, photographers, videographers and animators
• Ensuring all deliverables meet brand guidelines, accessibility standards and budget requirements
• Collaborating with design teams across the department to maintain consistency and share knowledge

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite — Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop and Premiere Pro
• Solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Demonstrated ability to produce high-calibre creative work for large corporate or government organisations
• Understanding of Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG), including accessible PDF and Word document creation
• Excellent time management, attention to detail and ability to juggle multiple projects under pressure
• Experience working within corporate branding and style guidelines

NICE TO HAVE

• Minimum five years' experience in graphic design, digital or visual communications
• Tertiary qualification in Graphic Design or a related discipline
• Familiarity with Queensland Government processes and policies

ABOUT TALENT STREET

Talent Street is a specialist technology recruitment agency connecting top IT professionals with leading organisations across Australia.

TO APPLY

Click Apply Now or reach out to Cheska Mitra directly at cmitra@talentstreet.com.au to schedule a confidential chat. 

Ready to shape the future of digital health in Queensland? This is a rare contract opportunity to drive enterprise architecture strategy within one of the state's largest and most complex ICT environments.

THE ROLE

Our client, a leading Queensland state government health technology organisation, is seeking an experienced Enterprise Architect for a contract role based in the Fortitude Valley, QLD. Running until the end of December 2026 with possible extension, this is a senior, strategic position reporting to the Senior Director of Digital Architecture. You'll be responsible for the development, maintenance and implementation of Enterprise Technology Architecture — influencing ICT-enabled business change, investment decisions and digital strategy across a large, federated public health environment.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Developing and maintaining enterprise architecture strategies, roadmaps and mandated architectural principles aligned to organisational goals
• Providing specialist advice on enterprise technology architecture to influence ICT planning and investment activities
• Leading the implementation of services architectures with a focus on sustainability, transparency, efficiency, and lean and agile principles
• Collaborating across business units, HHS customers and industry stakeholders to align the services portfolio with business objectives
• Supporting transformational change management across a large, complex and evolving ICT environment
• Communicating and negotiating with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders to drive adoption of new services and technology reform

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• 5+ years' experience in enterprise architecture or design within large, complex organisations
• Proven ability to develop architectural strategies, roadmaps and standards that meet strategic business requirements
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to influence at senior levels
• Experience delivering ICT services and solutions in a service provider or commercially oriented organisation
• Strategic planning capability to lead business and system reform initiatives
• Deep understanding of public sector operations, ideally within a healthcare context
• Queensland 'C' class driver's licence (or ability to obtain prior to commencement)

NICE TO HAVE

• Relevant tertiary qualification in ICT, architecture or a related discipline
• Familiarity with federated service delivery models across government health entities

ABOUT TALENT STREET

Talent Street is a specialist technology recruitment agency connecting top IT professionals with leading organisations across Australia.

TO APPLY

Apply now or contact Cheska Mitra, Delivery Consultant at Talent Street, via cmitra@talentstreet.com.au for a confidential conversation.

Ready to lead critical public safety technology for Queensland? This is your chance to shape the digital backbone behind emergency services that millions rely on every day.

THE ROLE

Our client, a Queensland Government department, is seeking an experienced Principal Software Developer for a key position within the Public Safety Network Management Centre (PSNMC). Based in Queensland, this role sits within the Network Development team and places you at the heart of a mission-critical ICT environment supporting public safety agencies. You'll lead software development strategy and work directly on new features and capabilities of the PSN portal.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Developing and implementing strategic direction for business application software development across the Public Safety Network
• Setting standards for programming tools and techniques, including Python and JavaScript, and ensuring compliance across the team
• Leading governance processes such as design and code reviews to maintain quality assurance across internal and external deliverables
• Leading analysis, design and implementation of new systems aligned to PSNMC Technical Solutions policy
• Providing Tier 3 application support for PSNMC Linux systems and driving resolution of complex issues
• Advising stakeholders on business system solutions, implementation, transition and ongoing services

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• Strong hands-on experience with Python, JavaScript (Vue), HTML, CSS and Bash
• Solid Linux OS system development background
• Experience with Web Services and API development and integration
• Proficiency with Git version control via Bitbucket
• Working knowledge of PostgreSQL and SQL for data retrieval
• Experience with Docker for DevOps workflows
• Familiarity with the Atlassian suite — Jira and Confluence
• Strong understanding of the full System Development Lifecycle (SDLC)

NICE TO HAVE

• Experience with Continuous Integration and orchestration using Jenkins
• Familiarity with Ansible for configuration management

ABOUT TALENT STREET

Talent Street is a specialist technology recruitment agency connecting top IT professionals with leading organisations across Australia.

TO APPLY

Please apply now or contact Cheska Mitra, Delivery Consultant at Talent Street, on cmitra@talentstreet.com.au for a confidential conversation.

Ready to take your program performance expertise into a high-impact Queensland Government contract role? This is your chance to work on complex infrastructure delivery in Townsville with a clear path to extension.

THE ROLE

Talent Street is seeking an experienced Program Advisor (Performance) for a QLD state government client based in Townsville. This is a contract role, with one potential 12-month extension subject to business requirements and performance. You'll provide high-level governance and program support across complex project delivery environments, working closely with project managers, steering committees, and senior stakeholders to keep programs on track, compliant, and audit-ready.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Preparing governance meeting materials, including agendas, briefing papers, minutes, and action registers for regional and statewide committees and boards
• Tracking and closing governance actions, escalation pathways, and change control documentation
• Monitoring and updating risk, issue, and dependency registers to support program reporting
• Standardising and validating the completeness, accuracy, and consistency of program data used for governance reporting
• Supporting capacity planning and ensuring program records and evidence requirements are met
• Recording and progressing escalation change requests through to close-out or further escalation via the PDO board
• Driving governance alignment across districts and the wider region to support consistent program oversight

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• Demonstrated experience in program or project controls, governance support, or reporting within a complex delivery environment
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (data analysis, dashboards) and PowerPoint (executive reporting)
• Strong skills in developing executive correspondence, ministerials, and briefing notes
• Experience using project and program management systems such as SharePoint, registers, or similar information management platforms
• Exceptional attention to detail in data validation, governance documentation, and reporting accuracy
• Highly developed communication skills — both written and verbal — with the ability to engage confidently across internal and external stakeholders
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment

NICE TO HAVE

• Prior experience working within a Queensland state government or large public sector program environment
• Familiarity with infrastructure or transport program delivery frameworks

ABOUT TALENT STREET

Talent Street is a specialist technology recruitment agency connecting top IT professionals with leading organisations across Australia.

TO APPLY

Apply now or contact Cheska Mitra, Delivery Consultant at Talent Street, on cmitra@talentstreet.com.au for further information.

Lead Program Architect

Australian Electoral Commission – AEC

LH-06897

Closing date – Sunday 5^th July 2026

Estimated start – Tuesday 28^th July 2026

Initial contract – ASAP to 30^th June 2027

Extensions – 2x 6 months

Experience level – Lead – EL2 equivalent

Location – ACT

Working arrangements – Hybrid, AEC policy is 3 days in the office and 2 days from home.

Maximum hours – 40 hours per week

Security clearance – Must have existing Baseline

Job details

The AEC is seeking to engage a Program Architect (Assurance) to support the FAD Reform Program Delivery team.

Purpose of the role

The Funding and Disclosure Reform Program (the FAD Program) was established to enable the AEC to implement and administer recent legislative amendments to the Commonwealth Funding and Disclosure Scheme as set out in the Commonwealth Electoral Act to increase transparency and accountability in Australia’s electoral system.

The Program Architect (Assurance) will be responsible for the governance and assurance of technology solutions across the FAD Reform program work packages ensuring architectural alignment of design and implementation to business priorities, guardrails and design standards. This role helps to define and shape what architectural elements and artefacts are needed to ensure that the outcomes for the program can be implemented in a compliant and effective manner.

This role works closely with program leadership, business stakeholders, product owners, program & solution architects and technology vendors to help shape and inform solution direction, facilitate design decisions and technology options so they align with the AEC strategic objectives and program solution roadmap. A key part of the role will be the ability to identify, shape and describe opportunities for innovation in technology delivery.

The role is expected to have a strong understanding of modern business systems in government, and a background in leading and governing solution architecture in large and complex programs is essential. The role will have a responsibility to engage and communicate widely across key stakeholder groups as required, including business SME, ICT, security, vendors and Federal Government departments managing whole-of-government initiatives. As such, strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills are essential.

The role will report to the Director, Delivery Assurance and Build Quality and will be required to integrate with a cross-functional program team.

About the team

The FAD Program is made up of three branches – the Program Management Office Branch, the Policy, Engagement and Design Branch, and the Technology Delivery Branch – that are working together to uplift the AEC’s regulatory capability by designing, building and implementing new processes, resourcing, tools, systems and technology to successfully administer the Scheme.

Key duties and responsibilities

The role will be responsible for, but not limited to:

• Provide guidance to product owners, solution architects, technology vendors and designers to ensure that project architectures and designs are aligned with the program roadmap
• Provide governance and assurance for solution designs and technology options to ensure alignment with architecture principles, guardrails and design standards
• Develop and actively manage key internal and external relationships, including collaborating with key stakeholders to identify opportunities, achieve outcomes and facilitate cooperation. In addition to representing and explaining architectural views in various forms
• Liaising with vendors, ICT, and system integrators in relation to architecture, technology and solution matters to facilitate Program outcomes
• Provide analysis, design direction and recommendations on complex issues contributing to the executive management, preparation and coordination of Program decisions and deliverables
• Provide high quality and timely advice internally and externally, including guidance and reporting to the Technical Program and Portfolio leadership.
• Escalation point for solution architecture and technology issues with third party vendors
• Conduct high level technology risk assessments to assess the third-party vendors and solutions to inform decision making
• Participation in procurement evaluation activities
• Tailor the Open Group Architecture Forum (TOGAF) framework, methodologies, principles and techniques to facilitate architecture development within the Program, in collaboration with program & solution architects
• Communicate using professional judgement, evaluation risks and in the context of a complex and changing environment
• Perform additional duties or assume responsibility of functions as directed by the Program management team from time to time

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

• 10+ years of demonstrated experience working as a Program Architect or Enterprise Architect inside complex and large-scale ICT projects/programs
•  5+ years demonstrated experience working as a solution architect delivering platforms and/or workloads in Azure and/or AWS in both cloud-native and hybrid environments
• Expert knowledge and experience in defining solution architecture for both current and future state including:

• • Low-code development environments
  • Commercial-off-the-shelf software and services \
  • Business process management and business rules
  • API based, and service-oriented, integrations
  • Master data management and data warehousing
• Proven ability to deliver solution architecture that meets business requirements and aligns with organisational constraints
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate between business and technical terminology
• Proven ability to communicate with influence, negotiate outcomes and manage complex stakeholder relationships
• Sound working knowledge of Enterprise Architecture methodologies (i.e. TOGAF, Zachman)
• Demonstrated personal drive and integrity whilst achieving results within legislative and budget parameter

Desirable criteria

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in ICT or a related field
• TOGAF Enterprise Architecture Practitioner certification
• Current Microsoft Certified Azure Solutions Architect Certification highly desirable
• Current Cybersecurity certification (CISSP, SABSA, ISSAP) desirable
• ArchiMate 3 Certification desirable
• Demonstrated knowledge of Commonwealth frameworks, including ICT frameworks