Senior Analyst - Performance Audit

An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced and intellectually curious Senior Analyst to contribute to high-impact performance audit work that supports transparency, accountability, and improved public sector outcomes across Victoria. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex and meaningful projects that directly inform Parliament and the broader community on how effectively public sector organisations are performing.

It is a 6 months contract opportunity.

Key Responsibilities

Contribute to the delivery of high-quality performance audits and related products within agreed timelines and budgets
Undertake complex research, analysis and evidence gathering to support audit findings and recommendations
Prepare clear, concise and evidence-based written reports and briefing materials in plain English
Assist in identifying audit risks, emerging issues and opportunities for sector improvement
Engage professionally with internal and external stakeholders, including senior representatives from public sector organisations
Support audit planning activities and contribute to future work programs

About You

Experience contributing to audits, policy development, analysis or similar complex project work
Strong analytical, research and problem-solving capabilities, including experience working with data
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and succinctly
Confidence working in environments where findings and recommendations are subject to rigorous review and challenge
Strong stakeholder engagement and interpersonal skills

Qualifications

Tertiary qualifications in areas such as:

Public Policy
Law
Economics
Arts
Science
Statistics

Why Apply?

This is an opportunity to contribute to work that has genuine impact across the Victorian public sector while developing your analytical, strategic and stakeholder engagement capabilities in a highly respected environment.

You will join a collaborative team culture that values integrity, curiosity, innovation and continuous improvement.

Apply now to secure an interview or contact Anita Fonseka at anita.fonseka@talentinternational.com

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Platform Operations Engineer

12-month contract opportunity
ACT location
Baseline Security Clearance required

Position Overview
An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Platform Operations Engineer to support critical cloud-based platforms and external client-facing applications operating in highly available production environments. This role plays an important part in ensuring the stability, security, scalability, and reliability of enterprise systems supporting large-scale digital services.

Working within a collaborative operations environment, you will contribute to the ongoing management, support, monitoring, and continuous improvement of cloud infrastructure and operational processes. The position requires strong technical capability, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to work effectively in fast-paced and high-pressure environments while engaging with a range of internal and external stakeholders.

Key Duties

Manage and support applications and infrastructure hosted within AWS Cloud environments
Perform operational maintenance activities including health checks, certificate renewals, patching, upgrades, and scheduled maintenance
Monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve high-severity incidents across production and testing environments
Conduct root cause analysis and implement long-term solutions for recurring operational issues
Maintain monitoring, logging, and alerting capabilities to support system availability and performance
Support governance, audit, and reporting activities for technical and business stakeholders
Review and remediate security findings and vulnerabilities identified through security scanning tools
Participate in deployment, release, and change management activities
Contribute to automation and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency
Develop and maintain operational documentation, procedures, and knowledge-sharing resources

Skills and Experience Required

Demonstrated experience working with AWS technologies including EC2, CloudWatch, Lambda, and S3
Strong technical knowledge across infrastructure, networking, database, and security technologies
Experience administering Windows and Linux operating systems, preferably RedHat Enterprise Linux
Scripting and automation capability using tools and languages such as Python, Bash, PowerShell, or AWS CLI
Experience with monitoring tools, ITSM platforms, and workflow management systems including Splunk, ServiceNow, and Azure DevOps
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Ability to work collaboratively within operational and delivery-focused teams
Current Baseline Security Clearance is mandatory

Desirable experience includes:

IBM Sterling B2B Integrator
IBM DataPower

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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Observability Monitoring Engineer

Observability monitoring with Dynatrace, CloudWatch, CloudTrail, AWS Config and Azure Monitor
12 month contract + 2 x 12 month extensions
Remote working with travel 2-3 times per year to Canberra
Must be an Australian Citizen – Baseline clearance desirable

Our Client

This Federal Government agency works in close collaboration with business and the Australian Government to register and administer intellectual property rights and legislation, patents, trademarks, and plant breeder’s rights. With a vision to build prosperity through innovation, our client is working to build a world-class intellectual property systems that gives customers access to the services they need in order to innovate.

The Role

We are seeking experienced Infrastructure Engineers with strong observability monitoring expertise to support a large-scale cloud environment within a Federal Government organisation. You will play a key role in configuring, supporting and uplifting monitoring capability across cloud platforms while working closely with technical teams to improve system visibility and operational performance.

Your duties will include:

Managing and supporting observability monitoring solutions across cloud environments
Configuring and supporting Dynatrace, CloudWatch, CloudTrail, AWS Config and Azure Monitor
Leading incident response activities and supporting root cause analysis
Developing monitoring standards, procedures, documentation and operational guidance
Supporting broader cloud infrastructure services including AWS S3, backups and RDS environments

Skills and Experience

Experience in Dynatrace, Amazon CloudWatch, CloudTrail, or Config, and Azure Monitor
Strong experience across AWS, Azure or Google Cloud platforms
Deep understanding of observability concepts including metrics, logs and traces
Experience designing and implementing alerting and monitoring solutions
Scripting and automation capability using Python, Bash or PowerShell
Experience with Kubernetes and Docker environments
Ability to train, mentor and support technical teams

Application Process

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

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Credit Controller

Our client:
Our client is a well-established organisation with a national footprint and a high-performing finance function. They are currently undergoing key system and process improvements, creating additional demand within their credit team. This is a collaborative environment with strong leadership and clear processes in place.

The role:
This is a hands-on Credit Officer position joining a team of 10, reporting into a Team Leader within the national credit function. You will support day-to-day accounts receivable activities, contributing to collections, payment allocations, and reconciliations.

The role is initially a 3-month contract due to increased workload and project activity, with potential to convert to permanent for strong performers.

Key responsibilities:

Manage collections and follow up outstanding debt
Allocate daily payments and support release of goods
Perform account reconciliations and process refunds
Support general AR administration and credit processes
Liaise with customers and internal stakeholders via phone and email
Assist the team during key system and project initiatives

Skills and experience:

SAP experience (ECC preferred) – essential
Strong communication skills with a professional phone manner
Experience in credit control or accounts receivable
Payment allocation and reconciliation experience
High attention to detail and ability to work independently
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Teams

Benefits and additional information:

3-month contract with potential extension or permanent opportunity
Immediate start required
$45 per hour (take home guideline)
Fully onsite role based in Chipping Norton
Standard hours 8:00am – 4:00pm (flexibility between 7:00am – 5:00pm)
Supportive team with strong leadership and clear structure

How to apply:
If this sounds like the right opportunity, please apply now or contact Sienna Coate Thompson at Talent International for a confidential discussion.

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Cloud Infrastructure Manager

We are seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Cloud Infrastructure Manager to lead the strategy, delivery, and ongoing optimisation of enterprise hybrid cloud infrastructure across private and public cloud environments.

This is a senior leadership role responsible for ensuring platforms are secure, resilient, scalable, and aligned with organisational priorities. You will lead high-performing technical teams while driving innovation across modern infrastructure, automation, and cloud operations.

Working closely with cross-functional technology teams and senior stakeholders, you will play a key role in shaping infrastructure strategy and delivering platforms that support large-scale enterprise services.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and develop Cloud Platform and Delivery teams, fostering a high-performing, collaborative, and accountable culture
Oversee and optimise hybrid cloud environments across Amazon Web Services (primarily AWS), Microsoft Azure and private cloud infrastructure
Ensure strong governance, security, resilience, and cost efficiency across all platforms
Manage the lifecycle and operational performance of private cloud infrastructure, including compute, storage, and virtualisation
Drive automation, monitoring, observability, and AI-enabled operations to improve reliability and reduce manual effort
Lead strategic infrastructure initiatives in partnership with internal stakeholders and external vendors

If this opportunity aligns with your experience and career goals, please apply now or contact Ronald on O413 638 111 for a confidential discussion.

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AWS DevOps Engineer

We are seeking an experienced AWS DevOps Engineer to join a high-profile Federal Government program delivering secure, scalable cloud solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Design, build, and maintain AWS cloud infrastructure
Develop and manage CI/CD pipelines for automated deployments
Implement infrastructure as code using tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation
Monitor system performance and ensure reliability, availability, and security
Collaborate with development and architecture teams to deliver cloud-native solutions
Support DevOps best practices, including automation and continuous improvement

Required Skills & Experience

Proven experience as an AWS DevOps Engineer in enterprise environments
Strong knowledge of AWS services (EC2, S3, Lambda, RDS, IAM, etc.)
Experience with CI/CD tools (e.g. Azure DevOps, Jenkins, GitHub Actions)
Hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform or CloudFormation)
Scripting experience (Python, Bash or similar)
Strong understanding of security and compliance in cloud environments

Mandatory Requirement

Active NV1 Security Clearance

What’s on Offer

12-month contract with potential extension
Opportunity to work on a critical government program
Hybrid working environment

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

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Network Engineer (Firewall)

Our Client:

Our client is a globally recognised entertainment organisation operating at enterprise scale, with a strong focus on innovation, security, and continuous improvement. They operate across multiple regions, supporting complex infrastructure and a dynamic, evolving technology environment. You’ll be joining a high-performing global team where security and standardisation are key priorities.

The Role:

This is a hands-on Network Security Engineer role with global ownership of firewall and network security standards. You’ll take responsibility for reviewing, standardising, and scaling security configurations across multiple regions, while working closely with global stakeholders.

It’s a high-impact role where you’ll balance BAU and project work, contribute to new office deployments, and help shape the future of network security across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities:

* Standardise firewall configurations and security practices globally
* Design, deploy, and support Palo Alto firewall environments
* Define and maintain Network Access Control (NAC) strategy (Cisco ISE)
* Implement 802.1x and certificate-based authentication (PKI)
* Own and maintain security documentation, standards, and runbooks
* Ensure consistency across regions for deployments and configurations
* Support new office/network setups and infrastructure scaling
* Drive security logging, SIEM integration, and monitoring capability
* Act as escalation point for complex network security issues
* Collaborate with global engineering, SOC, and infrastructure teams

Skills & Experience:

* 5+ years experience in network/security engineering
* Strong hands-on experience with Palo Alto firewalls
* Cisco networking background (routing/switching)
* Experience with NAC (Cisco ISE) and authentication protocols (802.1x)
* Exposure to PKI / certificate-based authentication
* Solid understanding of network security, segmentation, and Zero Trust
* Experience working in fast-paced, evolving environments
* Strong communication and documentation skills

Nice to have:
* PCNSE, CCNP Security or similar certifications
* Experience with SIEM, logging, and security monitoring

Benefits & Additional Information:

* Hybrid working – 3 days in office + Friday half-day & WFH
* Exposure to global teams across AU & US
* High-impact role with ownership and autonomy
* Work in a fast-paced, evolving environment with real influence
* Strong collaboration and learning opportunities within engineering teams
* Finish at 1pm every friday

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.

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Front End Developer

Our client:

Our client is a fast-growing, boutique financial intelligence firm working with complex, high-value clients. They build proprietary software that transforms fragmented financial data into clear, decision-driving insights.

With a strong commercial foundation and profitable growth, they offer a rare opportunity to join early and help shape the technical direction of the business.

The role:

This is a hands-on Frontend Engineering role focused on building the interface layer of a highly technical, data-driven product. You’ll work directly with the founders and backend engineers to design and deliver scalable, high-performance applications.

It’s a true product role – owning what you build end-to-end, with exposure to complex financial workflows and real client problems.

Key responsibilities:

Own and develop the design system end-to-end
Build data-heavy UI features (dashboards, tables, workflows)
Develop high-performance charting and visualisation layers
Work closely with backend engineers on API and data integration
Translate complex financial data into clean, functional UI
Contribute across the full product lifecycle

Skills and experience:

Strong frontend engineering experience with React + TypeScript
Proven experience building and owning design systems
Experience working with complex data (tables, charts, dashboards)
Strong understanding of frontend ↔ backend integration
Ability to think beyond UI – performance, scalability, data flow
Background in product or engineering-led environments (Big Tech or similar highly regarded)

Benefits and additional information:

High ownership role with direct impact on product and business direction
Exposure to complex, enterprise-level financial problems
Lean, high-performing team with strong technical leadership
Competitive salary + meaningful bonus structure

How to apply:

If this sounds like you, apply now or reach out to Sienna Coate Thompson at Talent International for a confidential discussion.

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Treasury Analyst

Our client:

Our client is a large, Australian entertainment organisation undergoing a significant transformation. The business is now entering a new growth phase, offering strong long-term opportunity and exposure.

The role:

This is a hands-on Treasury Analyst position sitting within a high-performing team. You’ll support day-to-day treasury operations while gaining exposure to funding, liquidity, FX, and broader financial risk management in a complex corporate environment.

Key responsibilities:

* Support daily treasury operations including cash management, funding, and liquidity
* Assist with cash forecasting and daily funding positions
* Manage treasury settlements across FX, debt, and banking transactions
* Liaise with internal stakeholders and external banking partners
* Support treasury reporting (board, audit, and financial disclosures)
* Ensure compliance with treasury policies, debt facilities, and regulatory requirements
* Contribute to process improvements and operational efficiency initiatives

Skills and experience:

* 1-3 years’ experience in banking, treasury, or finance
* Strong Excel and analytical capability
* High attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
* Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Commerce
* Exposure to treasury concepts or corporate finance (advantageous)
* CA/CPA (or working towards) beneficial

Benefits and additional information:

* Hybrid working – 3-4 days in office
* Free lunch + subsidised parking
* No travel required
* Strong career progression opportunities including exposure to insurance and broader treasury functions
* Direct access to senior leadership with significant investment in development

How to apply:

If this opportunity aligns with your experience and you’re looking to accelerate your career in treasury within a high-growth environment, please apply or reach out to Sienna at Talent International for a confidential discussion.

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Artist Strategy Manager

Our Client:

Our client is a globally recognised entertainment organisation operating at the forefront of the music industry. They are known for developing and launching some of the world’s most successful artists, with a strong focus on creativity, collaboration and artist-first thinking.

The Role:

This is a Artist Strategy Manager role sitting within the Artist Strategy team, acting as a 2IC and owning campaigns from concept through to global execution. You will lead strategy while remaining highly hands-on, working directly with artists and managers to build and deliver impactful campaigns from the ground up.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and execute global marketing campaigns for a roster of artists
Build domestic campaigns from scratch and drive them through to delivery
Act as the central project lead across cross-functional teams
Partner directly with artists and managers to shape campaign direction
Collaborate with PR, digital, streaming, A&R and commercial teams
Manage multiple artists and concurrent campaign timelines
Mentor junior team members and support wider team capability
Track performance, optimise campaigns and manage budgets

Skills and Experience:

5+ years’ marketing experience within the music or entertainment industry
Proven experience running end-to-end artist or campaign marketing
Strong understanding of digital platforms
Confident stakeholder manager, able to work directly with artists and managers
Hands-on executor – not just strategy or project management
Creative thinker with strong commercial and analytical capability

Benefits and Additional Information:

Flexible working (typically 3-4 days in office, Sydney-based)
Free tickets to shows and exclusive artist events
Access to industry events including major awards and showcases
Domestic travel opportunities
Strong L&D focus, including annual team experiences
Collaborative, non-hierarchical and creative team culture

How to Apply:

If this sounds like you, apply now or reach out directly for a confidential discussion.

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Head of Finance / Commercial Finance Lead

Our client:

Our client is a globally recognised entertainment organisation operating in a fast-paced, creative environment. With a strong international presence, they partner with talent and stakeholders worldwide, blending commercial strategy with creativity to drive growth.

The role:

This is a highly commercial Head of Finance role supporting the Australian business, operating in a lean structure with no heavy transactional accounting.

You’ll act as the key finance partner to leadership and creative teams, working closely with A&R and stakeholders on deal analysis, modelling and strategic decisions. This role is less about debits and credits, and more about influencing outcomes, partnering with the business, and operating in ambiguity.

Key responsibilities:

Act as the finance lead for the Australian business
Partner closely with A&R and creative teams on deal modelling and analysis
Lead budgeting, forecasting and performance analysis (FP&A focus)
Provide commercial insights to support strategic decision-making
Own revenue oversight, accruals and financial integrity
Review financial outputs delivered by shared services (not prepare them)
Present financial insights and plans to global leadership
Operate as the key bridge between finance and non-finance stakeholders
Influence decision-making in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment

Skills and experience:

CA / CPA qualified
Strong commercial finance / FP&A / business partnering background
Experience operating at senior level (Head of Finance or ready step-up)
Proven ability to influence and partner with non-finance stakeholders
Strong communication skills – able to simplify finance for creative teams
Experience in listed or regulated environments preferred
Comfortable working in ambiguity and fast-paced environments
Interest in entertainment, media or creative industries highly regarded

Benefits and additional information:

Bonus historically always paid in full
Direct exposure to global CFO and international stakeholders
High-impact, high-visibility role in a global business
Clear pathway to broader leadership
Minimal transnational work – focus on commercial impact
4 days onsite (Sydney) + Friday half-day WFH
Finish at 1pm every Friday
Work with global teams (AU, UK, US)
Clear progression within cloud, identity engineering & security
2 wellbeing days + 5 extra Christmas leave days
Retail discounts, gym benefits, EAP + lifestyle perks

How to apply:

If you’re a commercially minded finance leader who wants to move beyond traditional reporting into a true business partnering and deal-focused role, apply now or reach out for a confidential discussion.

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Technical Officer

Our client:

Our client is a large, government-backed organisation delivering a major Defence modernisation program. They are focused on building secure, integrated ICT systems that support critical operations.

The role:

This is a hands-on Technical Support role working across mission-critical ICT systems in a highly secure environment. You’ll be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting and improving complex infrastructure, ensuring systems remain operational in both standard and constrained conditions.

Key responsibilities:

Provide advanced support for mission-critical IT systems
Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues
Maintain and upgrade systems in line with security protocols
Support messaging infrastructure across distributed environments
Manage user access and system configurations
Develop SOPs, build guides and technical documentation
Implement contingency solutions in constrained (DDIL) environments
Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors
Support deployments, hardware builds and training activities
Participate in on-call rotation for high priority incidents

Skills and experience:

Strong experience with Microsoft Exchange, Active Directory and Skype
Experience with Citrix, virtualisation and infrastructure support
Ability to troubleshoot complex enterprise environments
Experience in secure or highly regulated environments
Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Experience with VoIP, XMPP or legacy systems (e.g. Lotus Domino) beneficial
Exposure to Cisco, Fortinet or similar networking tools advantageous

Benefits and additional information:

Up to $850 per day incl. super
Contract to 30 June + 12-month extension
Canberra or Sydney location
Standard business hours + on-call rotation
Work on a high-profile Defence program
NV2 clearance required (NV1/Baseline considered)

How to apply:

If you’re interested in working on a high-impact Defence program, please apply now or reach out directly for a confidential discussion.