• Strong experience across SOC operations, SIEM, incident response, and cyber risk management
• Permanent Full-Time opportunity
• Canberra-based role – onsite requirements
• NV1 security clearance required

Our Client

Our client aims to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world’s most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good. Our client provides a full spectrum of professional services including consulting, technical, scientific and project delivery for the government and private sector.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Cyber Security Manager to lead critical cyber security operations within a high-impact government environment. This role plays a key part in protecting complex systems and supporting mission-critical outcomes through proactive risk management, threat detection, and incident response.

Your duties will include:

• Lead and manage cyber security operations, including SOC capability and team oversight
• Oversee vulnerability management activities across multiple systems and environments
• Drive incident response planning, execution, and continuous improvement
• Conduct threat hunting activities and apply cyber threat intelligence to operations
• Manage cyber supply chain risk and support security assurance activities
• Engage with stakeholders to provide expert advice and reporting on cyber risks and posture

Skills and Experience we are looking for:

• Proven experience leading or working within a Security Operations Centre (SOC)
• Strong incident response experience across detection, analysis, and remediation
• Hands-on experience with SIEM platforms (e.g. Splunk, Sentinel, QRadar)
• Demonstrated experience in vulnerability management and risk assessment
• Solid understanding of GRC principles within a cyber security context
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or equivalent

Application Process

If you would like to apply for this opportunity, please click ‘APPLY’. For further information, please contact Jaela Smith on 0480 806 146 or email jaela.smith@talentinternational.com

• 12-month contract with extension options
  
• Canberra-based role
  
• Baseline security clearance required

Position Overview
An opportunity is available for a Senior API Developer to play a key role in the design, development, and delivery of secure, scalable integration solutions within a complex technology environment. This position sits within a technology delivery function and contributes to the transition of critical system integration capabilities in-house. The role will support the development of modern healthcare-focused APIs, ensuring interoperability, data integrity, and compliance with industry standards, while working collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality digital outcomes.

Key Duties

• Design, develop, and support secure, scalable RESTful APIs using Java-based frameworks
• Develop and maintain APIs aligned with HL7 FHIR standards to ensure system interoperability
• Implement robust authentication and authorisation mechanisms (e.g. OAuth 2.0)
• Build and enhance applications with a focus on privacy, compliance, and data integrity
• Develop, test, and maintain APIs including unit, REST, and performance testing
• Contribute to containerised deployments using Docker and Kubernetes environments
• Design and support CI/CD pipelines aligned with DevOps and GitOps practices
• Collaborate with stakeholders, vendors, and integrators on system integration and data mapping
• Apply DevOps principles to improve system reliability, monitoring, and auditability
• Support full application lifecycle including development, testing, deployment, and operations
• Contribute to continuous improvement of development standards, tooling, and practices
• Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and support to team members

Skills and Experience Required

• Strong experience in Java development and REST API design
• Demonstrated experience with HL7 FHIR and healthcare application development
• Experience implementing OAuth and secure API practices
• Proven capability in testing practices including unit, REST, and performance testing
• Experience with containerisation and deployment pipelines (Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD)
• Strong understanding of DevOps/GitOps processes, logging, monitoring, and audit practices
• Experience with API integration, including data mapping and transformation
• Knowledge of privacy, compliance, and regulatory considerations in system design
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders and technical teams
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work with limited direction
• Understanding of issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and ability to communicate sensitively and effectively
• Australian Citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a Baseline security clearance and national police check

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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Our client:

A globally recognised organisation operating across media, content and entertainment, with a large-scale technology environment supporting teams across more than 60 countries

Their Global Service Desk supports users across multiple regions, delivering high-quality IT support in a fast-paced environment.

The role:

This is a hands-on Global Tech Support role providing front-line IT support across a global user base.

You’ll be troubleshooting a wide range of technical issues across devices, systems and applications, while working closely with internal teams to ensure issues are resolved efficiently and professionally.

This role offers strong exposure to enterprise IT environments and a variety of technologies.

Key responsibilities:

• Provide support via phone, email and chat across global users
• Troubleshoot hardware, software and access-related issues
• Manage and resolve tickets within agreed timeframes
• Escalate more complex issues to relevant teams
• Support remote users and multiple office locations
• Maintain accurate documentation and update knowledge base

Skills and experience:

• 2+ years experience in IT support or technical customer service roles OR CompTIA A+ certification or equivalent
• Strong troubleshooting across desktops, devices and applications
• Experience supporting Windows, MacOS, Microsoft Office, Zoom and mobile devices
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment

Nice to have:

• CompTIA A+ or similar certification
• Experience with ticketing systems / ITIL environments
• Exposure to deskside or AV support

Benefits and additional information:

• 4 days onsite + Friday half-day WFH
• Finish at 1pm every Friday
• Work across global teams and users
• Exposure to a broad range of enterprise systems and technologies
• 2 wellbeing days + 5 additional leave days over Christmas
• Retail discounts, gym benefits, EAP + lifestyle perks

Additional requirements:

• Participation in a rotating on-call / after-hours support roster (Holidays)
• Occasional onsite support requirements

How to apply:

If you’re looking to build on your IT support experience within a global environment and gain exposure to a wide range of technologies – this is a strong opportunity.

Apply now or reach out to Sienna Coate Thompson at Talent International – sienna.coatethompson@talentinternational.com for a confidential chat.

Our client:

A globally recognised organisation operating across content, media and entertainment, with a large-scale technology environment supporting teams across multiple regions.

Their Applications team plays a key role in building, supporting and evolving core business systems used across the organisation.

The role:

This is a hybrid Business Analyst role sitting between technology and the business, combining requirements gathering, application support and systems improvement.

You’ll work closely with stakeholders across the organisation to understand processes, identify opportunities and deliver practical technology solutions – while also supporting and improving existing applications.

Key responsibilities:

• Partner with business stakeholders to gather requirements and map processes
• Support and manage core business applications (access, performance, issues)
• Translate business needs into technical solutions and business cases
• Work with global IT teams on system improvements and projects
• Support data management, reporting and system integrations
• Drive continuous improvement across systems and processes

Skills and experience:

• Experience as a Business Analyst within IT / applications environments
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• Experience supporting or administering business applications
• Understanding of SQL / data / reporting environments
• Experience working in enterprise or complex environments

Nice to have:

• Salesforce or CRM system exposure
• BI / reporting tools (e.g. Looker, Domo, Business Objects)
• ETL / automation tools
• Project delivery or change management experience

Benefits and additional information:

• 4 days onsite + Friday half-day WFH
• Finish at 1pm every Friday
• Work across global teams and systems
• Strong mix of business-facing and technical work
• 2 wellbeing days + 5 additional leave days over Christmas
• Retail discounts, gym benefits, EAP + lifestyle perks

How to apply:

If you’re looking for a role where you can work across both business and technology, take ownership of systems and drive real improvements – this is a strong opportunity.

Apply now or reach out to Sienna Coate Thompson at Talent International – sienna.coatethompson@talentinternational.com for a confidential chat.

Talent International is currently recruiting a People Partner (Hybrid) to work for the NSW Government, based in Sydney CBD. The position is a 3-month contract role with the possibility of extension, paying between $62 to $68/hr plus Super.

7 hours per day/ 35 hours per week

Working Arrangements: Hybrid, no set office days, flexible & open to discussion

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity for an HR Generalist looking to take the next step in their career within a high-profile government environment.

As a People Partner, you will work closely with leaders and stakeholders to deliver practical HR solutions and support key business outcomes. You will play a vital role across the full employee lifecycle, contributing to a dynamic and collaborative People & Culture team.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with leaders to provide HR advice and support
• Support end-to-end recruitment processes
• Manage and respond to the HR shared inbox
• Maintain and update organisational structures and position data
• Provide policy interpretation and advice, ensuring compliance
• Contribute to improving HR processes and service delivery

About You

• Experience in an HR generalist or People Partner role
• Strong ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders
• Confident working with HR systems and data
• Excellent organisation and time management skills
• Ability to interpret policies and balance risk & compliance
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-volume environment

If you are interested in this role, please APPLY NOW by submitting your resume in MS Word Format. For further information, you may contact Uvez Ahmed on 0480 806 154 / uvez.ahmed@talentinternational.com for a confidential discussion.

Our client:

A globally recognised entertainment organisation operating across multiple regions, with a large-scale, complex technology environment.

Their infrastructure team plays a critical role in securing global systems, working closely with cybersecurity and engineering teams across multiple countries.

The role:

This is a senior, hands-on network security role focused on firewall and network access control (NAC) across a global enterprise environment.

You’ll play a key role in designing, standardising and improving security controls – working on initiatives aligned to Zero Trust, segmentation and enterprise security strategy.

Key responsibilities:

• Design, implement and support enterprise firewall and perimeter security solutions
• Define and evolve NAC strategy, policies and architecture (Cisco ISE)
• Lead standardisation across firewall platforms and configurations
• Drive security logging, telemetry and SIEM integration
• Partner with cybersecurity teams on alerts, monitoring and incident response
• Act as an escalation point for complex network security issues

Skills and experience:

• Strong experience with enterprise firewalls (ideally Palo Alto)
• Experience with Network Access Control (Cisco ISE preferred)
• Solid understanding of networking fundamentals (routing, IP, security)
• Experience in large or global enterprise environments
• Strong troubleshooting, documentation and communication skills

Nice to have:

• Zero Trust / segmentation experience
• SIEM / logging integration exposure
• Security certifications (CCNP Security, PCNSE)
• Experience with audits, compliance or governance frameworks

Benefits and additional information:

• 4 days onsite + Friday half-day WFH
• Finish at 1pm every Friday
• Work closely with global infrastructure & cybersecurity teams
• Exposure to enterprise-scale security architecture and strategy
• 2 wellbeing days + 5 additional leave days over Christmas
• Retail discounts, gym benefits, EAP + lifestyle perks

How to apply:

If you’re looking for a role where you can step into a global environment, take ownership of network security architecture and work on meaningful security initiatives – this is a standout opportunity.

Apply now or reach out to Sienna Coate Thompson at Talent International for a confidential chat.

UI Designer – Contract (May to January – Likely Extension)

We’re partnering with one of our clients to find a UI Designer for an initial contract running from May through to January. This role sits within a collaborative digital team focused on delivering intuitive, user-centred experiences across a range of products and services.

Daily rate: $500 to $660 per day

Please note: baseline AGSVA security clearance is essential for this roleand applicants without AGSVA clearance will not be considered.

Key responsibilities

• design intuitive, user-centred interfaces across digital platforms
• turn user needs and business requirements into wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs
• support user research, usability testing, and validation activities
• work closely with product managers, business analysts, developers, and service designers
• contribute to and maintain design systems, style guides, and reusable components
• ensure designs meet accessibility, usability, and responsive design standards
• provide clear design specifications and support to development teams
• iterate and refine designs based on feedback, insights, and data
• contribute to improving UX/UI practices across the team

Required skills and experience

• strong portfolio showcasing user-centred design and problem solving
• proficiency with tools such as Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD
• hands-on experience with usability testing and research methods
• solid understanding of accessibility and responsive design principles
• experience working in Agile or cross-functional delivery teams
• strong communication and collaboration skills, able to clearly articulate design decisions
• ability to simplify complex requirements into intuitive design solutions
• must hold a current baseline AGSVA security clearance – Please highlight on your resume is you hold any level of AGSVA security clearance

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Cloud DevOps Engineer to drive the delivery of secure, scalable, and automated cloud solutions within a highly regulated environment.

In this role, you will lead the implementation of modern cloud infrastructure using Microsoft Azure, Terraform (Infrastructure as Code), and CI/CD pipelines. You will work closely with architecture and security teams to translate high-level designs into robust, compliant solutions aligned with Australian defence and security frameworks.

This is a hands-on technical leadership role where you’ll play a key part in uplifting cloud capability, embedding best practices, and enabling organisation-wide cloud adoption.

Mandatory Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be an Australian Citizen
• Current Baseline, NV1 or NV2 security clearance
• Ability to Meet ITAR access requirements

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and deliver Azure-based cloud solutions aligned to Cloud Adoption Framework (CAF) and Well-Architected Framework (WAF)
• Build and manage Azure Landing Zones using Terraform
• Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines in Azure DevOps
• Implement secure, compliant cloud environments aligned with PSPF, ISM, and ASD guidelines
• Collaborate with architects and stakeholders to deliver end-to-end automated solutions
• Drive cost optimisation (FinOps) initiatives across cloud platforms
• Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and guidance to delivery teams
• Deliver training and uplift capability in Terraform and Azure technologies

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Strong expertise in Microsoft Azure (networking, compute, storage, identity, governance, containers/AKS)
• Proven experience with Terraform (modular design, state management, automation)
• Solid background in DevOps practices (CI/CD, pipelines, repos, release management)
• Strong understanding of cloud security and compliance
• Scripting experience (PowerShell or Bash)
• Experience working with Git/version control

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent
• Industry certifications highly regarded (Azure, DevOps, Terraform)

What You’ll Bring:

• A security-first mindset with strong accountability
• Ability to translate strategy into practical delivery
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• A collaborative approach with a passion for mentoring and team success
• Adaptability in a fast-evolving technology environment

Why Join?:

• Work on cutting-edge cloud technologies in a secure, mission-critical environment
• Influence and shape enterprise cloud strategy and capability uplift
• Be part of a collaborative, high-performing team
• Access to ongoing learning, development, and certification support

• Systems engineering, architecture, and complex systems integration experience
• Permanent full-time opportunity with long-term program involvement
• Canberra-based role
• NV1 security clearance required

Our Client

Our client aims to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world’s most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good. Our client provides a full spectrum of professional services including consulting, technical, scientific and project delivery for the government and private sector.

The Role

This is a key leadership opportunity for an experienced Systems Engineering professional to contribute to a large-scale, complex program. You will play a critical role in shaping and integrating advanced systems within a highly collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment. This position offers the chance to work on technically challenging projects that directly support national capability outcomes.

Your duties will include:

• Leading systems engineering activities across requirements, integration, and verification
• Coordinating the development and management of system requirements and engineering artefacts
• Supporting system safety activities, including safety case development and reporting
• Overseeing verification and validation processes in collaboration with industry partners
• Identifying, assessing, and managing engineering risks across the program
• Leading and mentoring a small team of engineers while engaging with key stakeholders

Skills and Experience we are looking for:

• Minimum 10+ years’ experience in systems engineering within complex ICT environments
• Proven experience in systems architecture and integration across multi-system environments
• Demonstrated experience developing engineering artefacts such as specifications, plans, and reports
• Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication, and technical writing skills
• Tertiary qualifications in engineering or a related technical discipline

Application Process

If you would like to apply for this opportunity, please click ‘APPLY’. For further information, please contact Jaela Smith on 0480 806 146 or email jaela.smith@talentinternational.com

Talent is seeking a Sr Data Analyst for a not-for-profit organisation in Brisbane for a 12 month contract. You will be responsible for providing high level analysis, reporting and advice to support management decision making on policy, programs and performance.

• 12 month contract
• Brisbane CBD location
• 2 days WFH per week

Responsibilities:

• Provide high level financial and operational modelling for business initiatives, programmes and projects including preparation of costings and forecasting models.
• Lead the development of statistical reports, including reports on clients, services and suppliers, employee performance targets, to improve planning and inform management decision-making. You will also lead the preparation of statistical reports for external stakeholders as needed.
• Provide strategic advice, operational performance reporting, and analysis to support management to develop policy and programs.
• Develop, maintain and analyse data using business intelligence software and data warehousing, such as MS SQL, VBA, Fabric/Power BI, and Excel.
• Maintain the data management strategy, ensuring the delivery of information, identification of issues and the accuracy, quality and integrity of data.
• Provide advice to senior management regarding the optimal configuration of business systems to support a wide range of reporting requirements.
• Develop, implement, and support systems for collecting and reporting on key performance indicators and decision-making information for the organisation.

Requirements:

• You have experience in data analysis, including the ability to interpret data, prepare reports, identify core issues, trends and variances, and draw accurate conclusions.
• Knowledge of financial and budget management issues in both cash and accrual accounting environments and recognise the relationship between finance, operations and performance, including activity-based and unit costing.
• Advanced skills in SQL and MS Fabric/Power BI.
• Nice to have: knowledge of Microsoft SharePoint, Finance1, Aurion, Visualfiles, SQL server Integration Services (SSIS), SQL Service Analysis Services (SSAS) and SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS).

Please apply now for immediate consideration or contact Mats Rorvik on 0450 478 735 or mats.rorvik@talentinternational.com

Pega Technical Architect

• Location: Sydney
• Salary: Up to $180,000
• Eligibility: Australian citizens (ability to obtain NV1 clearance)

This role will see you leading the design and implementation of Pega-based solutions across a large-scale federal transformation program. You’ll work across end-to-end architecture, guiding delivery teams and shaping solution design in a complex environment.

You’ll be supporting a national regulatory body undergoing significant transformation in the AML/CTF space. The environment is fast-paced, highly collaborative, and focused on delivering secure, scalable enterprise systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and guide implementation of Pega-based solutions across projects
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and define solutions
• Lead architecture across integration, performance, and system design
• Support delivery across build, test, and deployment phases
• Ensure solutions meet security, scalability, and performance standards
• Contribute to best practices, standards, and continuous improvement

Required Skills & Experience

• 5+ years Pega development experience and 7+ years in software delivery
• Strong experience with Pega implementations, connectors, and integrations
• Experience with event-driven architecture and system design
• Solid understanding of business processes and BPM applications
• Strong stakeholder engagement and leadership capability
• Pega Certified System Architect (or equivalent)

This is a great opportunity to contribute to a high-impact federal program delivering critical national transformation initiatives.

• Baseline clearance required
• 12-month initial contract with extension options
• Canberra-based role with onsite working arrangements
  

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  Position Overview

  An opportunity exists for experienced .Net Software Engineers to contribute to the delivery of criticalICT projects within a large government environment. In this role, you will support the development and enhancement of secure, cloud-based applications that underpin regulatory and reporting systems. Working within an agile, collaborative team, you will play a key role in delivering robust, user-focused digital solutions while contributing to continuous improvement and innovation across the broader technology landscape.

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  Key Duties

  • Develop and maintain Azure-based web APIs and portal applications
  • Integrate multiple system components to deliver seamless end-to-end user experiences
  • Provide technical advice on systems development and architecture
  • Apply secure coding practices to ensure robust and compliant solutions
  • Conduct peer reviews of code and infrastructure
  • Interpret and develop solutions aligned with detailed architecture documentation
  • Ensure adherence to best practice and organisational standards
  • Produce and review technical and release documentation
  • Communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • Collaborate within agile, cross-functional teams
  • Mentor team members and support knowledge sharing and capability uplift

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  Skills and Experience Required

  • Minimum 5 years’ experience developing secure, web-based business solutions
  • Strong experience with .NET Framework, .NET Core and ASP.NET
  • Proven experience developing Azure-based solutions, including API Manager, Logic Apps, Service Bus and Azure SQL
  • Experience building web applications using Angular or React
  • Strong understanding of secure development practices and familiarity with the Information Security Manual (ISM)
  • Experience with automated testing tools such as xUnit, nUnit, Selenium or Playwright
  • Demonstrated experience with Azure DevOps and CI/CD pipelines
  • Proven ability to integrate systems, including third-party platforms such as CRM solutions
  • Experience optimising and modernising legacy systems in cloud environments
  • Strong experience working within agile delivery teams
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to engage with diverse stakeholders

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  Application Process

  If you would like to apply, please contact Emma on 0480 804 408 or email emma.gibbons@talentinternational.com
  For over 30 years Talent has been redefining the contracting experience with industry leading support, exclusive contractor benefits & a world-class digital platform ENGAGE to access it all. Apply today to see how we can elevate your career