Lead Power BI Data Engineer

  • Australia
  • Australian Capital Territory
  • Contract
  • Negotiable

Lead Power BI Data Engineer

  • Canberra, ACT – Hybrid
  • 12 months + 12-month extension
  • NV1 clearance

Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Lead Power BI Data Engineer to lead the design and delivery of a cyber security reporting and analytics capability within a complex government environment. This role will focus on developing scalable data solutions, integrating multiple data sources and delivering trusted Power BI reporting to support operational and executive decision-making. Working closely with technical and business stakeholders, you will help establish sustainable reporting practices and improve data-driven insights across the organisation.

Key Duties

  • Lead the design, development and delivery of enterprise cyber security reporting and analytics solutions.
  • Design and implement scalable data ingestion, integration, transformation and modelling solutions across multiple platforms.
  • Develop and maintain Power BI dashboards, reports and visualisations for operational, executive and governance stakeholders.
  • Leverage Microsoft data and analytics technologies, including automation and AI-enabled capabilities where appropriate.
  • Establish data quality, governance, security, traceability and reporting assurance practices.
  • Document solution architecture, data models and integration processes while supporting knowledge transfer and transition into ongoing operations.

Skills and Experience Required

  • Proven experience leading the design and delivery of Power BI, business intelligence and enterprise reporting solutions.
  • Strong technical experience in data engineering, data integration, ETL processes, data transformation and data modelling.
  • Demonstrated experience with Microsoft data and analytics technologies, including Power BI.
  • Strong understanding of data governance, data quality, information management and reporting assurance.
  • Experience translating complex business requirements into practical reporting and analytics solutions.
  • Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work across distributed teams.
  • Relevant qualifications in IT, data analytics, computer science or a related discipline, or equivalent demonstrated experience.

Experience with Microsoft Fabric, Azure Data Services, cyber security reporting, automation or AI-enabled analytics will be highly regarded.

Application Process
If you would like to apply, please contact Emma on 0480 804 408 or email emma.gibbons@talentinternational.com
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