Join a major enterprise network transformation.

Talent International is partnering with a leading organisation to recruit an experienced Network Engineer for a large-scale infrastructure transformation project.

This is an exciting opportunity to work on a complex program that will modernise ICT services across more than 95 sites throughout metropolitan and regional Western Australia. Working alongside experienced architects, project specialists and technology vendors, you’ll play a key role in designing, validating and implementing enterprise networking solutions that support a modern, secure and resilient technology environment.

If you enjoy solving complex technical challenges, working with enterprise infrastructure, and contributing to high-impact projects, we’d love to hear from you.

About the Role

As the Network Engineer, you’ll provide technical expertise across the design, implementation and optimisation of enterprise network infrastructure in a large multi-site environment.

You’ll be involved throughout the project lifecycle-from reviewing network architecture and producing detailed technical designs through to building proof-of-concept environments, supporting deployments and providing ongoing technical guidance.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Validate and develop enterprise network designs (HLDs and LLDs)
• Design and support routing, switching, LAN/WAN and MPLS environments
• Configure and support enterprise security technologies including Zscaler, Fortinet and Juniper
• Build and test Proof of Concept (PoC) environments
• Develop IP addressing strategies, network segmentation and security standards
• Support Microsoft 365 Calling, wireless infrastructure and core network services
• Troubleshoot complex networking issues and optimise network performance
• Produce high-quality technical documentation and implementation procedures
• Collaborate closely with Solution Architects, project teams and technology vendors to deliver successful outcomes

About You

You’ll be an experienced Network Engineer with a strong background delivering enterprise infrastructure projects across complex environments.

You’ll bring experience with:

• Enterprise routing and switching
• LAN/WAN and MPLS technologies
• Zscaler, Fortinet and Juniper platforms
• Network design and architecture (HLD/LLD)
• IP addressing, subnetting and network segmentation
• DNS, DHCP and enterprise network services
• Cloud networking, SASE and Zero Trust principles
• Cybersecurity best practices, including the Essential Eight
• CCNP certification (or equivalent experience)

Why You’ll Love This Opportunity

• Work on a large-scale enterprise transformation spanning 95+ locations
• Collaborate with experienced architects and technical specialists
• Gain exposure to leading networking and security technologies
• Play a key role in delivering a business-critical infrastructure program
• Join a collaborative, project-focused team
• Perth-based contract opportunity

Apply Now

If you’re an experienced Network Engineer looking for your next enterprise infrastructure project, we’d love to hear from you.

Click Apply Now or contact Huma on 0418 594 901 for a confidential discussion.

• Identity and Access Management | SSO | Conditional Access
• 12 months + 12 months
• Must hold minimum NV1 security clearance

Our Client

This government agency is a service provider, responsible for providing and funding a range of support services to thousands of individuals across Australia. With multiple locations across Canberra, and nationwide, the organisation seeks only the most skilled and professional individuals to assist them in developing programs, policies and initiatives that will improve the quality of life for vulnerable Australians.

The Role

An exciting opportunity exists for an Associate Identity Engineer to support the delivery and ongoing enhancement of enterprise Identity and Access Management capabilities within a cloud environment. You’ll work with a collaborative team to design, implement and optimise secure IAM solutions that protect critical systems while delivering a seamless user experience.

Your duties will include:

• Design, implement and maintain Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions for internal users.
• Collaborate with business and technical stakeholders to gather requirements and deliver effective IAM outcomes.
• Configure and manage cloud-based identity platform features in line with security standards and regulatory requirements.
• Develop automation to improve IAM processes, streamline administration and enhance operational efficiency.
• Continuously optimise IAM solutions for scalability, performance and user experience.

Skills and Experience

• Demonstrated experience designing, implementing or supporting Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions.
• Hands-on experience with cloud identity platforms such as Okta, Saviynt or Ping Identity.
• Strong knowledge of Single Sign-On (SSO), Conditional Access Policies and App Registration.
• Experience working within cloud environments and applying security best practices.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and within a collaborative team environment.

Application Process

If you would like to apply for this opportunity, please click ‘APPLY’. For further information, please contact Jaela at jaela.smith@talentinternational.com

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• ERP Cyber Security | Security Architecture | ServiceNow security
• 6 months + 2 x 6 months
• Canberra location – Onsite
• Must be an Australian Citizen with ability to obtain NV1 security clearance

Our Client

This federal government department provides strategic policy advice, program and service delivery and regulatory administration across the major infrastructure, transport, communications and arts sectors that support our regions, cities and territories. Their work prioritises planning for the digital economy, liveability of cities into the future, creation of next-generation transport and telecommunications systems, as well as empowerment of regional communities and the promotion and protection of a thriving First Nations cultural and arts sector.

The Role

An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Cyber Security Adviser to play a critical role in the delivery of a major enterprise ERP transformation program. Working across business, technical and vendor stakeholders, you will provide expert security advice and assurance to ensure the solution is designed, implemented and transitioned into operations securely and compliantly.

Your duties will include:

• Provide cyber security advice throughout the ERP program lifecycle, from solution design through to go-live and operational transition.
• Develop and review security architecture, cloud security controls and risk assessments across Workday, ServiceNow, AWS and Azure environments.
• Produce security documentation including risk management plans, security assessments, accreditation artefacts and security recommendations.
• Support security testing activities including penetration testing, vulnerability management and remediation tracking.
• Engage with senior stakeholders, vendors and implementation partners to provide security assurance, technical guidance and strategic advice.

Skills and Experience

• Demonstrated experience providing cyber security advice on large-scale ERP implementations.
• Strong knowledge of security architecture, cloud security and secure integration patterns across AWS and Azure.
• Experience with ServiceNow security and platform governance
• Experience with Workday security (highly desirable)
• Expertise in Australian Government security frameworks including ISM, PSPF, Essential Eight and IRAP requirements.
• Strong understanding of Identity and Access Management (IAM), Zero Trust principles and privileged access controls.
• Experience preparing security risk assessments, accreditation documentation and security assurance artefacts.
• Ability to assess vendor security documentation and provide practical security recommendations.

Application Process

If you would like to apply for this opportunity, please click ‘APPLY’. For further information, please contact Jaela at jaela.smith@talentinternational.com

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We are seeking an experienced Technology Sourcing Specialist to join a collaborative team delivering strategic sourcing, procurement and commercial outcomes across a diverse technology portfolio.

In this role, you’ll partner with technology, legal and business stakeholders to lead end-to-end procurement activities, provide commercial advice and manage supplier relationships, ensuring value for money, strong governance and successful delivery of key technology initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop procurement strategies and sourcing plans for technology initiatives.
• Provide commercial and procurement advice to technology and business stakeholders.
• Lead and support end-to-end RFI, RFQ and RFP processes.
• Prepare procurement documentation, evaluation plans and recommendations.
• Coordinate supplier engagement activities, clarifications and negotiations.
• Support supplier evaluations and contract award recommendations.
• Manage procurement activities to meet project milestones and delivery timeframes.
• Support contract establishment, renewals, extensions and variations.
• Monitor supplier performance, contract compliance and vendor relationships.
• Identify and manage procurement, commercial and contractual risks.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate experience in technology procurement or strategic sourcing and possess strong commercial and stakeholder management capabilities.

You will have:

• A degree in Business, Commerce, Law, Procurement or a related discipline, or equivalent industry experience.
• Experience in procurement, sourcing, contract management or commercial advisory.
• Strong stakeholder engagement, communication and relationship management skills.
• Experience preparing procurement documentation and supporting evaluation processes.
• Sound commercial acumen with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver outcomes in a fast-paced environment.

Key Skills

• Strategic sourcing
• Procurement and commercial advisory
• Contract and vendor management
• Supplier relationship management
• Stakeholder engagement
• Negotiation and influencing
• Governance and compliance
• Risk management
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Time management and organisational skills

If you match the selection criteria and are interested in finding out more about the position, please forward your updated CV to Jane Saxby by clicking the “APPLY NOW” button. For a list of all vacant positions, please see our website www.talentinternational.com.

For further enquires please call Jane Saxby on 0423 165 998 or email Jane.saxby@talentinternational.com

AVEC is seeking an experienced Service Delivery Manager to own the end-to-end delivery management of Project Services under an outcome-based service model. The role is accountable for service performance, governance cadence, demand coordination, delivery planning, risk visibility, commercial discipline and continuity of capability across multidisciplinary teams

Location: Edinburgh Parks, Adelaide (with some flexible WFH option)

Employment: Permanent Full-Time

Security Clearance: Minimum active NV1 clearance is essential

Roles and responsibilities:

• Managing a team of approximately 25 – 30 consultants delivering technical services – architects, engineers, security specialists, project managers, and other project staff.
• Acting as the primary point of contact for the client, managing stakeholder relationships and governance of the service.
• Driving service delivery, continuous improvement and standardisation across multiple workstreams.
• Overseeing consultant onboarding, resource planning, performance management and capability development.
• Reviewing, coordinating and approving timesheets, coordinating invoicing, and ensuring accurate contract administration.
• Managing client escalations, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction and successful service outcomes.
• Monitoring commercial performance, including utilisation, SLAs, KPIs and overall engagement delivery.

If you’re an experienced Service Delivery Manager with an active NV1 clearance and are looking for your next permanent opportunity in the Defence sector, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now or contact Aparna on 08 8228 1560 for a confidential discussion.

Business Project Manager // AI Adoption // Contract

• Contract until May 2027, with potential for further extension
• Hybrid working arrangement
• Major AI adoption and capability uplift program

Talent International have partnered with one of the most prominent organizations in Australia to find their next Business Project Manager to lead a significant program focused on responsible AI adoption, digital capability uplift and organisational readiness.

Key responsibilities

• Lead delivery from discovery and pilot through to implementation
• Develop an evidence-based business case for responsible AI adoption
• Coordinate capability, learning, readiness and change workstreams
• Manage project plans, milestones, risks, issues and dependencies
• Prepare executive reports, briefings and decision papers
• Engage with business, technology and senior stakeholders

About you

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A minimum of 5 year’s project management experience
• Proven experience delivering complex, multi-stream and multidisciplinary projects
• Strong knowledge of change management, organisational readiness and adoption
• Experience working with AI, emerging technology, digital capability uplift or learning frameworks
• The ability to translate ambiguity into practical delivery options and well-developed business cases
• Strong stakeholder engagement and facilitation skills, including experience partnering with senior leadership teams.

If you are looking for a great opportunity where you can lead a major AI adoption and Digital capability program then apply today!

Our client, a Federal Government organisation, is seeking an experienced PMO & Business Delivery Coordinator to support the delivery of a large-scale national transformation program.
This role sits within a multidisciplinary program environment, providing coordination across PMO governance, project delivery, business analysis, and product release management. You’ll work closely with Program Managers, Project Managers, Business Analysts, and Product Owners to ensure projects are delivered efficiently while maintaining governance, reporting, and stakeholder engagement across multiple workstreams.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate project delivery activities from initiation through to implementation and closure.
• Support Program Managers, Project Managers, Business Analysts, and Product Owners in planning and delivering project outcomes.
• Maintain governance artefacts, project schedules, status reports, RAID registers, and change documentation.
• Coordinate PMO governance meetings, reporting, and secretariat activities.
• Support release planning, implementation readiness, deployment coordination, and post-release activities.
• Maintain project documentation and collaboration sites, including SharePoint and Confluence.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of PMO processes, governance, and delivery practices.

Key Requirements

• Australian Citizenship is mandatory.

• Experience in a PMO, Project Coordination, Project Support, or Business Delivery role supporting technology or transformation programs.
• Strong understanding of project governance, reporting, and project lifecycle coordination.
• Experience maintaining project schedules, RAID registers, actions, dependencies, and governance documentation.
• Exposure to release management, deployment coordination, or implementation readiness activities.
• Experience using tools such as Jira, Confluence, SharePoint, Microsoft Project, Planner, and Microsoft 365.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and organisational skills.

Highly Regarded

• Experience with Power BI and/or Power Automate.
• Previous experience within the Australian Public Service (APS) or Federal Government.
• Knowledge of Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid delivery methodologies.
• Experience supporting digital, data, or technology transformation programs.

If you would like to know more, please contact Milly Kerei-Keepa at milly.kerei-keepa@talentinternational.com or hit Apply Now

The City of Port Phillip is one of Melbourne’s most progressive and vibrant inner-city councils, delivering more than 100 services to a diverse and growing community. With over 1,000 employees, the organisation is committed to innovation, customer-focused service delivery and creating better outcomes for residents, businesses and visitors.
An exceptional opportunity exists for an accomplished technology executive to join the Leadership Team as Chief Information and Innovation Officer.

Reporting to the Director, People and Experience, you will lead the City’s digital, technology and innovation agenda, driving enterprise-wide transformation across digital services, artificial intelligence, cyber security, enterprise technology, data and innovation. You will play a pivotal role in shaping a modern, secure and future-ready organisation that leverages technology to improve community outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver the City’s enterprise-wide Digital, ICT, AI and Innovation Strategy.
• Lead major digital transformation, automation and business improvement initiatives that enhance organisational performance and customer experience.
• Provide strategic leadership across enterprise architecture, cyber security, ICT governance, digital risk and responsible AI frameworks.
• Oversee enterprise applications, data governance, analytics, ICT infrastructure and technology asset management.
• Build and lead a high-performing Digital and Technology Services function while fostering strong partnerships across the Executive Leadership Team, Council, community stakeholders and strategic vendors.
• Champion innovation, continuous improvement and emerging technologies to strengthen organisational capability and future readiness.

About You

You are an experienced executive leader with a proven ability to lead complex technology environments and deliver enterprise-wide transformation.

You will bring:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Information Technology, Information Systems, Business, Cyber Security, Digital Transformation or a related discipline.
• Significant executive leadership experience within local government, the public sector or another large, complex organisation.
• Demonstrated success developing and implementing enterprise digital, ICT and innovation strategies aligned with organisational priorities.
• Expertise in responsible AI, digital governance, cyber security, enterprise architecture and technology risk management.
• A strong track record delivering digital transformation, service optimisation, automation and technology-enabled organisational improvement.
• Experience leading data governance, enterprise applications, ICT infrastructure, technology investment and asset lifecycle management.
• Outstanding leadership, stakeholder engagement and commercial management skills, including experience leading multidisciplinary teams and managing significant budgets and vendor partnerships.

To Apply
Applications should include a current resume and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria. For a confidential discussion, please contact: Shelley Harrison shelley.harrison@talentinternational.com Shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Pre-employment screening will apply to the successful applicant.

This role combines hands-on application and infrastructure support with proactive monitoring, incident response and continuous improvement. You will help maintain the availability, performance and resilience of 24×7 production systems while improving monitoring and early issue detection.

Key responsibilities:

* Monitor and maintain critical OT systems and interfaces
* Triage incidents and perform first-response and recovery activities
* Support production, disaster recovery, test and development environments
* Improve system monitoring, alerting and observability
* Investigate performance issues and security incidents
* Manage application administration, user access and infrastructure activities
* Coordinate system changes, releases, patches, upgrades and certificate renewals
* Analyse system capacity, performance and operational trends
* Support OT communications network monitoring and troubleshooting
* Participate in business continuity and disaster recovery exercises
* Manage technical vendors and service providers
* Contribute to process improvement and emerging OT technology initiatives
* Participate in an on-call support roster

About you:

* Strong application support experience within an IT, OT or network management environment
* Experience supporting highly available 24×7 production systems
* Hands-on knowledge of Linux systems and incident troubleshooting
* Exposure to Kubernetes, AWS, Oracle Database, Nagios or Grafana
* Scripting or programming capability across Python, Bash, SQL or JavaScript
* Experience with change, release and incident management
* Strong analytical, communication and stakeholder engagement skills
* Tertiary qualifications in IT, computer science or a related discipline are preferred

This is an excellent opportunity to work with emerging energy technologies while improving the reliability and performance of systems that support the evolving electricity network.

Apply now or contact Joseph on joseph.petrovski@talentinternational.com for a confidential discussion and further information about the role.

Network Architect

Location: Parramatta & Sydney Olympic Park – Hybrid

Contract Duration: Until 30 June 2027

Pay Rate: $1,057.27 p/day incl. super

Position Overview:

The Network Architect will develop architectural artefacts, establish standards, and provide technical guidance for network solutions. The focus areas include Secure Internet Gateway, Cross Domain Gateway, Data Centre Networking, Software Defined Networking, Internet Connectivity, and Network Security. The role ensures alignment of network architecture with enterprise standards and major projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement secure, scalable network solutions in accordance with enterprise standards
• Optimize network devices and infrastructure
• Drive continuous improvement through automation and process enhancement
• Support incident resolution and problem management within the network
• Contribute to policy and strategy development for network performance
• Promote adherence to industry standards and best practices
• Support capability uplift initiatives as directed

Candidate Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in network architecture and design
• Proven experience in designing large, complex, and secure IT networks
• Strong knowledge of network technologies and protocols (SDWAN, TCP/IP, BGP, VPN, IPSec, Routing, Switching)
• Hands-on experience with network security tools (firewalls, IPS, VPN, proxies)
• Familiarity with cloud networking (AWS, Azure)
• Solid understanding of architectural concepts and principles
• Excellent communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences
• Proficiency with MS Project and MS Office suite

Qualifications & Certifications:

• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) or equivalent
• Cloud certifications (AWS/Azure Associate level)
• ITIL v3 / TOGAF 9 (highly desirable)
• Agile Foundations (highly desirable)

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their resume along with a cover letter outlining their relevant experience in Word format only, then click to “APPLY NOW” button below or email to anna.au@talentinternational.com

• 12 Month Fixed Term Contract – Government Agency
• Melbourne CBD Location – Hybrid Working Arrangement
• Case Management System implementation

An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Senior IT Project Manager to lead the build and delivery of a major enterprise Case Management System implementation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the build and delivery of an enterprise Case Management System implementation.
• Manage the full project lifecycle, including scope, budget, resources, schedule, risks and dependencies.
• Establish effective Agile delivery practices, governance, reporting and team operating rhythms.
• Lead cross-functional business, technology and vendor teams to achieve key milestones.
• Manage SaaS vendors and delivery partners, including performance, contracts, variations and commercial negotiations.

Key Skills and Experience

• Senior experience working as a Senior Project Manager
• Previous experience implementing enterprise case management systems or comparable business platforms.
• Strong Agile delivery experience, with the ability to apply hybrid or waterfall approaches where appropriate.
• Demonstrated vendor management experience involving SaaS providers, system integrators or external delivery partners.
• Experience working within government, the public sector or a highly regulated environment.

What’s in it for you:

• 12 Month Fixed Term Contract
• Government Agency
• Melbourne CBD Location – Hybrid Working Arrangement

Apply now or for more information feel free to contact Sarah Jordan on sarah.jordan@talentinternational.com

Senior Cyber Security Consultant

We are looking for a Senior Cyber Security Consultant to join a growing technology consulting team, supporting enterprise and government clients across complex security environments.
This role will suit someone with strong security engineering experience, solid stakeholder engagement skills, and the ability to provide technical advice across a range of cyber security technologies.

Location: Canberra,
Work model: Hybrid
Clearance: Baseline clearance with ability to obtain NV1.

About the role
You will work across multiple client environments, providing security advice, solution design, implementation support, and ongoing service improvement across cyber engineering services.

Key responsibilities

• Provide technical security advice to internal teams, service delivery teams, and customers
• Lead customer meetings and technical workshops
• Support security design, gap analysis, and implementation planning
• Assist with incident, problem, and change management activities
• Review and improve customer security environments
• Support upgrades, policy tuning, new implementations, and service improvements
• Identify opportunities for automation and process improvement
• Maintain awareness of emerging security threats, trends, and technologies

Skills and experience

• 5+ years’ experience in security engineering, consulting, or support
• Strong understanding of IP networking and security principles
• Experience with one or more of the following:
• SSE / ZTNA technologies such as Zscaler or Netskope
• Next-generation firewalls such as Fortinet or Palo Alto
• Web application filtering such as F5 or Imperva
• Vulnerability scanning tools such as Tenable or Rapid7
• Microsoft security tools, Microsoft Sentinel, Defender, or similar
• Ability to engage with technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Experience developing security designs, standards, and implementation plans
• Knowledge of frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, CIS Benchmarks, or ASD Essential Eight
• Strong communication skills and a customer-focused approach

Benefits

• Salary package from $120k-$150k including super, depending on experience
• Training and professional development opportunities
• Flexible hybrid working arrangement
• Option to purchase additional leave
• Opportunity to work across varied enterprise and government projects

This is a great opportunity for a security professional looking to step into a consulting role with exposure to multiple clients, modern security technologies, and complex project environments.

Apply now or contact Luther Borgas at luther.borgas@outbacktalent.com