Technology Specialist - Platform Engineer Location: Sydney CBD Employment Type: Full-time Security Clearance: NV1 (Australian citizen required) About the Role Cleared is partnering with a leading technology solutions provider supporting Defence and government projects. This is a critical role for a Technology Specialist - Platform Engineer , responsible for designing, deploying, and maintaining ICT infrastructure that underpins key Defence capabilities. You will serve as a technical interface for stakeholders and ensure secure, reliable, and scalable infrastructure operations. Key Responsibilities: System Design & Architecture: Design ICT infrastructure including servers, storage, and virtualized platforms with scalability, redundancy, and performance in mind. Infrastructure Maintenance & Monitoring: Monitor servers, storage systems, and other critical components to ensure optimal operation and availability. Server & Virtual Machine Management: Install, configure, and maintain physical and virtual servers, applying updates and patches. Documentation: Develop and maintain detailed infrastructure designs, specifications, processes, and diagrams. Cloud Infrastructure Management: Provision and manage cloud-based resources, integrating them with on-premises systems. Security Management: Maintain cyber security posture, including patching, monitoring, and supporting Essential 8 compliance improvements. Platform Integration: Ensure compatibility across infrastructure platforms and integrate cloud services (AWS, Azure). Automation & DevOps: Build CI environments, manage deployment pipelines, and automate infrastructure using scripting and Infrastructure-as-Code practices. Containerization: Use technologies like Kubernetes to streamline application deployment and scaling. Governance & Compliance: Ensure infrastructure aligns with enterprise architectures, strategies, and governance frameworks. About You Australian citizen with a minimum AGSVA NV1 clearance (NV2 preferred). Experience in Defence projects or highly secure ICT environments . Bachelor's or higher qualification in ICT, Engineering, or related field. Familiarity with ISM, DSPF, PSPF, WINTEL architecture, Windows deployment, VMware, and enterprise hardware . Skilled in scripting (PowerShell), Windows SOE, SCCM, and configuration management . Why Join Us People-first culture: We put people at the centre, fostering wellbeing, engagement, and recognition. Veteran-focused: Our programs support Defence veterans with career transition and development opportunities. Flexible benefits: Including birthday leave, long service leave, health & wellbeing allowance, higher education subsidy, and service awards. Reward & recognition: Programs for outstanding contribution and matched charitable donations. Professional growth: Work in a collaborative environment where your skills, experience, and innovation are valued. Perks & Benefits Long Service Leave after 7 years (pro-rata) $250 Health & Wellbeing allowance annually 5 extra leave days in the first year Birthday leave $2,500 annual higher education subsidy (including certification fees) Veteran Career Development Program support Employee recognition and service awards Charity donation matching up to $200 Apply Now If you're looking for a workplace where your skills and experience are genuinely valued, this is your chance to join a team that delivers real outcomes, supports each other, and doesn't take itself too seriously.
