Senior Desktop Engineer

  • Australia
  • Australian Capital Territory
  • Contract
  • Negotiable
  • Strong experience with Linux desktop SOE
  • 12 months + extension options
  • Canberra based role – 4 days onsite
  • Must be an Australian Citizen with ability to obtain NV1

Our Client

Our client is a federal agency charged with the unique role to investigate and protect the Commonwealth of Australia. Located centrally in Canberra, their primary remit is to build a secure future for Australia through the management of crime, terrorism and national security.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Desktop Engineer to support a high-profile transition program delivering a secure, standardised desktop environment. This role is critical to the successful build, deployment and ongoing support of a hardened desktop SOE used in a complex and sensitive operational environment. You will work closely with technical stakeholders, contribute to capability uplift, and play a key role in delivering a robust end-user platform.

Your duties will include:

  • Building, configuring, testing and maintaining a hardened Linux desktop SOE
  • Deploying SOE environments to desktop devices using automated tools and processes
  • Troubleshooting desktop and SOE-related technical issues and performing regular updates
  • Providing hands-on technical support to end users
  • Contributing to documentation and ensuring compliance with internal policies
  • Providing knowledge transfer and technical guidance to team members

Skills and Experience we are looking for:

  • Proven experience with Linux desktop operating systems, particularly Ubuntu/Debian
  • Demonstrated experience supporting and maintaining hardened desktop SOE environments
  • Strong knowledge of SOE deployment automation and remote device management
  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar desktop or infrastructure engineering role
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively onsite
  • Relevant ICT qualifications or equivalent demonstrated professional experience

Application Process

If you would like to apply for this opportunity, please click ‘APPLY’. For further information, please contact Jaela Smith on 02 6129 6302 or email jaela.smith@talentinternational.com

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