The Role The Senior Cloud Engineer is responsible for the upkeep, configuration, and reliable operation of server, network, and cloud infrastructure — both on-premises and in the cloud. This includes managing and supporting enterprise networking environments (e.g., Meraki, Cisco, and other switches/routers/firewalls) to ensure secure and efficient connectivity. The role is also accountable for planning, architecting, designing, coordinating, and implementing cloud technology solutions. Key Accountabilities Cloud Strategy & Architecture – Assist in defining, architecting, and implementing cloud strategies and infrastructure. Technology Research & Business Input – Conduct research on emerging technologies to contribute to business cases and recommendations. Vendor & Contractor Engagement – Interact and negotiate with vendors, outsourcers, and contractors to acquire products and services. Solution Design & Documentation – Create high-level designs, detailed designs, and as-built specifications to feed into the solution architecture and design process; maintain documentation on system configuration, processes, and service records. Operational Expertise – Provide technical expertise to apply operational procedures correctly; use network management tools to determine network load and performance statistics Problem & Incident Management – Act as a 3rd level escalation point for incidents and requests, ensuring appropriate action is taken to investigate and resolve problems, with correct documentation of remedies and preventative measures. Maintenance & Installation – Contribute to planning and implementation of maintenance and installation work for infrastructure. Security by Design – Ensure security considerations are embedded into all solutions. Backup & Monitoring Standards – Define and enforce backup standards for cloud technologies and ensure monitoring requirements are factored into all solutions. Desired Skills and Experience The successful candidate will have: Experience in implementation and support of virtualised environments. Experience in adoption of O365, Exchange Online, and Azure Active Directory. Experience with cloud implementation (Azure and AWS). Experience with automated deployment, configuration, and scripting tools. Solid experience working with Windows Server, Active Directory, and Group Policies. Solid experience configuring and maintaining enterprise server and network hardware. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and resolution skills. Excellent ability to build strong customer relationships and deliver customer-centric solutions. Demonstrated experience working within an ITIL environment. IT Capabilities – Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, and video/teleconferencing platforms. . To apply, please send your resume and short cover letter by 3 May 2026 We will be shortlisting candidates as applications are received, and the advertisement may close prior to the listed end date if a suitable candidate is identified Position Description: https://www.racp.edu.au/docs/default-source/about/careers/senior-cloud-engineer-it-position-description.pdf
