Solution Architect – Defence Project

We are seeking an experienced Solution Architect to support a complex Defence project focused on secure research, ICT integration, and capability delivery.

This role will suit someone with strong experience designing secure architectures across Defence, national security, or highly regulated environments.

About the role

You will be responsible for designing secure end-to-end solution architectures across complex Defence environments. You will work closely with researchers, ICT teams, cyber teams, and delivery stakeholders to ensure systems are secure, scalable, and fit for purpose.

You will also support architecture governance, accreditation, and technical decision-making across the program.

Key responsibilities

• Design secure solution architectures aligned to Defence capability outcomes
• Gather and manage requirements across research, ICT, and stakeholder groups
• Design ICT solutions that support research systems, trial environments, and system integration
• Work across Azure, VMware, cloud, infrastructure, application, data, and network architecture
• Ensure solutions align with ISM, DSPF, IRAP, DISP, and accreditation requirements
• Provide technical leadership to delivery and support teams
• Work with cyber and infrastructure teams to deliver secure, integrated outcomes
• Present architecture designs to stakeholders and governance forums
• Support architecture standards, governance, and emerging technology adoption

Essential experience

• 10+ years’ Solution Architecture experience
• Background in Defence, national security, or highly regulated environments
• Experience designing complex systems-of-systems architectures
• Strong systems integration experience across ICT, C4ISR, mission systems, or similar platforms
• Azure and VMware architecture experience, ideally in classified environments
• Experience with APIs, microservices, containers, Kubernetes or OpenShift
• Strong understanding of data, network, infrastructure, and secure communications architecture
• Strong knowledge of ISM controls and secure-by-design principles
• Experience with DSPF, IRAP, DISP, ATO, or similar assurance processes
• Comfortable working with complex stakeholders and governance groups

Desirable experience

• Defence research, experimentation, or trial environment experience
• Experience with Defence data standards and interoperability frameworks
• Experience integrating legacy platforms with modern cloud-based systems
• Practical experience supporting audit readiness and accreditation

Preferred certifications

• TOGAF 9 or 10
• Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect
• Cisco, Palo Alto, VMware, SABSA, or similar architecture/security certifications

Security clearance

Minimum NV1 clearance required.
NV2 clearance is preferred.

Apply now to secure an interview or contact Luther Borgas at luther.borgas@outbacktalent.com

Permanent Career Opportunity

• Sydney CBD | Stunning newly refurbished offices
• Hybrid: 3 days in the office, 2 days WFH
• Up to $250,000 + Super + Bonus

One of the world’s leading music organisations is seeking an experienced Infrastructure Architect to become the technical authority for its global physical infrastructure.

Reporting directly to the VP of Infrastructure, you’ll own the long-term architecture across enterprise networking, compute, storage and A/V environments, partnering with global engineering and operations teams to define standards, roadmaps and future technology strategy.

This is a highly influential architecture role focused on design, governance and strategic planning rather than day-to-day implementation.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Own the architecture roadmap for the organisation’s global physical infrastructure.
• Design scalable, secure and resilient infrastructure solutions across networking, compute, storage and A/V.
• Define enterprise architecture standards, governance and technical direction.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and make strategic technology recommendations.
• Partner with engineering and operations teams to ensure consistent implementation of architecture standards.
• Present architecture strategies and recommendations to senior technology leadership.
• Drive infrastructure modernisation, automation and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure infrastructure aligns with security, resilience and business continuity requirements.

What We’re Looking For

You’ll have experience operating as an Infrastructure or Enterprise Architect within a large, complex enterprise environment.

You’ll bring experience across:

• Enterprise network architecture (Cisco strongly preferred)
• Compute and storage architecture
• Enterprise infrastructure strategy and roadmaps
• Architecture governance and design authority
• Large-scale global environments
• Infrastructure security principles including Zero Trust, network segmentation and layered security

Exposure to enterprise A/V environments is advantageous but not essential.

We’re looking for someone whose background is centred around physical infrastructure architecture rather than cloud-first architecture.

Success in This Role

You’ll be someone who can:

• Think strategically across the entire infrastructure landscape.
• Balance technical depth with commercial outcomes.
• Influence engineering teams without direct authority.
• Confidently present and defend architectural decisions with senior stakeholders, including CIO and CTO level executives.
• Whiteboard solutions and clearly articulate the reasoning behind your design decisions.

Why Apply?

• Report directly to the VP of Infrastructure.
• Become the primary Infrastructure Architect for a global organisation operating in more than 60 countries.
• Shape the long-term technology direction across networking, compute, storage and A/V.
• Join a highly regarded technical leadership team with genuine influence over enterprise strategy.
• Competitive salary package, bonus and flexible hybrid working.

A leading Financial Services organisation is seeking an experienced Principal Solution Architect with strong HR domain knowledge to join their team on a permanent basis.

Working within a high-performing Solution Architecture practice, you will partner closely with senior stakeholders across Human Resources, Technology and broader enterprise functions to drive strategic architecture outcomes across a large and complex environment.

This is a highly visible leadership role focused on shaping and delivering end-to-end technology solutions across key People & Culture initiatives spanning Talent Acquisition, Core HR, Payroll, Learning & Development, Employee Services, Workplace Relations and Digital Enablement. You will play a critical role in driving AI adoption, modernisation and transformation initiatives across the broader HR technology landscape.

Operating as a trusted advisor to the business, you will be responsible for defining and socialising architecture strategy, execution roadmaps and future-state solution designs aligned to enterprise objectives. You will also provide governance, architectural oversight and leadership across multiple transformation initiatives while mentoring and leading a team of Solution Architects.

This role requires a hands-on leader who combines strong enterprise architecture capability with exceptional stakeholder engagement and influencing skills. You will work closely with senior executives and business leaders to support investment decisions, drive simplification initiatives and uplift organisational capability across Data & AI.

To be successful in this role, you will bring extensive Solution Architecture experience within large, complex enterprise environments together with strong exposure to HR and People & Culture domains. Experience designing and implementing enterprise Data & AI solutions within production environments will be highly regarded.

To be considered for this role you will need:

• Tertiary qualifications and/or relevant industry certifications (e.g. TOGAF)
• Extensive Solution Architecture leadership experience within large enterprise organisations
• Strong experience across HR, People & Culture or workforce-related technology domains with proven experience working with HR technology platforms and enterprise people systems
• Experience designing and implementing enterprise-scale Data & AI solutions would be highly regarded
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement, influencing and communication skills
• Experience partnering with executive-level business and technology stakeholders
• Strong people leadership capability with experience mentoring or leading architecture teams
• Experience driving simplification, modernisation and transformation initiatives
• Strong understanding of architecture governance, security, risk and compliance requirements
• The ability to navigate complex enterprise environments and manage competing stakeholder priorities
• A pragmatic and commercially focused approach to problem solving and decision making

This is an outstanding opportunity to join a major enterprise organisation undertaking significant investment across People, Data & AI and digital transformation initiatives. An attractive salary package, annual performance bonus and flexible hybrid working arrangements are on offer for the successful candidate.

To be considered for this exciting opportunity, please apply online.

Facilities & Asset Manager

The Opportunity

We’re partnering with a leading NSW university to recruit a Facilities & Asset Manager to join a high-performing estate and facilities team.

This is a senior role where you’ll oversee the systems and processes that support a large and complex property portfolio. You’ll work across facilities, construction, capital works and asset management, helping ensure the right information is available to support day-to-day operations and long-term planning.

It’s a hands-on leadership role that suits someone who enjoys working with people across all levels-from facilities teams and contractors through to senior leaders.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead the ongoing improvement of facilities and asset management systems.
• Work closely with facilities, maintenance and construction teams to support day-to-day operations.
• Manage asset information and help improve how buildings and infrastructure are maintained.
• Partner with stakeholders across multiple business units to deliver practical outcomes.
• Provide leadership on projects and system improvements across the estate.

About You

You’ll have experience in facilities, asset or estate management within a large and complex organisation.

You’ll also bring:

• Experience working with facilities, maintenance or construction teams.
• A solid understanding of asset management systems and the way buildings and infrastructure are managed.
• Experience with platforms such as ARCHIBUS, ArcGIS or similar will be highly regarded.
• The ability to build strong working relationships with a wide range of people.
• A practical, down-to-earth approach and a willingness to get involved where needed.

Why Join?

You’ll be joining a collaborative team that values practical thinking, teamwork and getting things done. There’s no big hierarchy – everyone works together, supports each other and focuses on delivering the best outcome.

This is a permanent opportunity offering a competitive salary package, hybrid working and the chance to make a genuine impact across one of NSW’s largest and most diverse property portfolios.

Salesforce Security Architect | Salesforce Security Architecture & Assurance

• Location: ACT-Based (ONLY)
• Security Clearance: NV1-Cleared (Mandatory)
• Contract Length: | 12 Months + 2 x 12 Month Extensions (Based on the Department’s sole discretion)

About the Position

This isn’t a traditional Salesforce Architect role.

The focus is on ensuring Salesforce solutions are secure, compliant and aligned with enterprise architecture from design through to delivery and ongoing sustainment.

Working within a complex government environment, you’ll lead the security architecture for Salesforce platforms, partnering closely with solution leads, enterprise architects, cyber security teams and delivery stakeholders to embed secure-by-design principles into every stage of the lifecycle.

You’ll balance architecture, governance and practical delivery, ensuring security controls, compliance obligations and platform capabilities work together to support long-term operational outcomes.

If you enjoy influencing architecture decisions, reducing security risk and shaping secure cloud solutions in highly regulated environments, this is the kind of engagement where your expertise will have a meaningful impact.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the design and implementation of Salesforce security architecture across project delivery and platform sustainment.
• Embed secure-by-design principles into solution architecture, DevOps practices and release activities.
• Provide security assurance, risk management and governance advice across Salesforce initiatives.
• Collaborate with architects, delivery teams and security stakeholders to ensure solutions remain secure, compliant and aligned to enterprise standards.

What We Are Looking For:

• Proven Salesforce Architecture experience with a strong focus on security within complex enterprise or government environments.
• Deep understanding of Salesforce security capabilities, including Shield, identity and access management, data protection and security governance.
• Experience interpreting security policies, managing risk and supporting architecture assurance activities.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to communicate complex security concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Technology & Environment

• Salesforce Security Architecture
• Salesforce Shield, Identity & Access Management and Security Governance
• Secure Cloud Architecture and Information Assurance
• DevOps, Azure DevOps and Splunk (desirable)

A Quick Note Before You Apply

This role is unlikely to suit Salesforce professionals whose experience has been primarily focused on configuration, administration or functional solution delivery without broader security architecture responsibilities.

Success in this role requires balancing architecture, governance, security assurance and practical delivery across a highly regulated environment.

Applicants must be Australian Citizens, hold a minimum NV1 Security Clearance and be available to work onsite in Canberra five days per week.

To showcase your interest for the position, click on ‘APPLY’ on our website or for any further information, please contact Sanat Anmadwar on Sanat.Anmadwar@talentinternational.com. We look forward to seeing how your expertise can help us achieve excellence!

Senior Solution Architect

The Opportunity

We are looking for an experienced Solution Architect to play a key role in a large, complex transformation programme. This position will lead strategic architecture activities within a major discovery and planning work stream focused on modernising critical enterprise platforms and enabling long-term business transformation.

This is a rare opportunity to help shape the future-state architecture of a large-scale organisation undertaking a multi-year modernisation journey. Working alongside senior business and technology leaders, you will provide strategic architectural direction, define transition states, establish governance frameworks, and ensure alignment between business objectives and technology delivery.

About the role:

You will be joining a well-established transformation programme that is focused on replacing legacy core systems with modern, cloud-based platforms. The focus now is centred on strategic architecture, planning, governance, and guiding the organisation through future-state transformation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead strategic architecture activities across major transformation initiatives

• Define target-state and transition-state architectures that support long-term business objectives

• Develop architecture road-maps and strategic plans to guide programme delivery

• Establish and maintain architectural governance and decision-making frameworks

• Provide architectural leadership across complex, evolving environments

• Partner with senior stakeholders across business and technology teams

• Ensure solutions align with security, compliance, risk, performance, and operational requirements

• Drive alignment between enterprise strategy, architecture, and programme delivery

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience as a Solution Architect within large-scale enterprise transformation programmes

• Previous experience working within Financial Services, Banking, or Insurance environments.

• Strong background in architecture strategy, road-map development, and governance

• Experience defining future-state and transition-state architectures

• Ability to operate effectively in complex environments with multiple stakeholders and competing priorities

• Strong understanding of integration architecture, data architecture, and cloud platforms

• Experience incorporating security, compliance, and operational considerations into architectural decisions

• Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication, and influencing skills

Highly Desirable

• Experience working on core banking, core ledger, or large-scale platform modernisation programmes

• Experience within enterprise-level transformation initiatives involving legacy system replacement

• Exposure to modern cloud-based architecture environments

This role would suit an architect who enjoys working at a strategic level, influencing enterprise direction, and helping organisations navigate complex transformation journeys while balancing business outcomes, technology objectives, and delivery realities.

If this sounds like you Apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion to learn more about the opportunity: email Amber at amber.shaw@talentinternational.com

Our client is looking for an experienced Network Security Architect to support the design and delivery of secure, enterprise-scale network services within a highly regulated and mission-critical environment.
This role will focus on network and security architecture across large-scale enterprise, operational technology (OT), cloud and data centre environments. Working closely with engineering, operations and program teams, you will play a key role in shaping the future network architecture and security posture of a nationally significant infrastructure program.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and maintain secure network architectures across enterprise, cloud, OT and data centre environments.
• Develop network security solutions utilising technologies such as Palo Alto, Cisco and related platforms.
• Design network segmentation, routing and secure connectivity solutions across hybrid environments.
• Support network transformation, migration and modernisation initiatives.
• Produce architecture documentation including HLDs, LLDs and technical designs.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations and business stakeholders to deliver secure, scalable solutions.

Key Requirements

• Proven experience as a Network Security Architect, Network Architect or Senior Network Engineer.
• Strong experience across network security, WAN/LAN architecture, routing and cloud connectivity.
• Expertise with technologies such as Palo Alto, Cisco, Fortinet, BGP, OSPF and SD-WAN.
• Experience designing secure enterprise and critical infrastructure networks.
• Strong understanding of network segmentation, firewall design and security architecture principles.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication and technical documentation skills.

Highly Regarded

• Experience within aviation, defence, telecommunications, utilities or other critical infrastructure environments.
• Exposure to OT/industrial control systems.
• Experience with F5, network automation and infrastructure-as-code.
• Large-scale network transformation program experience.

If you would like to know more, please contact Sean Mantri on 0420 425 141 or hit Apply Now

• 12 Month Contract
• $1020 Per Day
• Brisbane Based

Working closely with technical and business stakeholders, you will provide architectural leadership across a range of strategic initiatives while driving modern platform engineering and cloud adoption practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop high-level and detailed solution architectures for platform services, integrations, automation, and operational tooling.
• Lead end-to-end delivery of infrastructure and platform initiatives from requirements gathering through to implementation and operational handover.
• Collaborate with application, infrastructure, security, and vendor teams to ensure successful platform adoption and integration.
• Translate business and technical requirements into secure, scalable, and resilient technology solutions.
• Provide architectural guidance and technical leadership to project teams and stakeholders.
• Champion cloud-native design principles, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), automation, and platform engineering best practices.
• Support the integration of enterprise systems, SaaS platforms, identity services, monitoring solutions, and security controls.
• Manage multiple concurrent initiatives while maintaining alignment with enterprise architecture standards.
• Work closely with vendors, managed service providers, and delivery partners to achieve successful outcomes.

Required Experience

• Strong experience across the Microsoft technology stack.
• Hands-on expertise with Microsoft Entra ID and Azure Active Directory.
• Proven experience configuring and managing Single Sign-On (SSO) solutions.
• Experience integrating SaaS platforms within enterprise environments.
• Demonstrated capability designing and implementing SaaS-based processes and configurations aligned to business requirements.
• Proven delivery experience within large-scale enterprise organisations.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.

Desirable Experience

• Understanding of compliance and governance frameworks such as ISO 27001, SOC 2, PCI-DSS, Critical Infrastructure standards, or similar regulatory frameworks.
• Experience working within highly regulated or complex enterprise environments.

If this is something you’d like to be considered for click APPLY NOW or contact David at david.reymolds@talentinternational.com

OpenShift Container Platform Architect

12-Month Contract | Immediate Start | Sydney | 3 Days Onsite

Duration: 12-month upfront contract with strong extension potential

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced OpenShift Container Platform Architect to join a high-performing enterprise team. This role offers a blend of architecture, design, project delivery, and hands-on engineering work. You will play a key role in driving the organisation’s containerisation strategy while supporting and enhancing the existing OpenShift platform.

Working closely with security, infrastructure, and development teams, you will design and deliver scalable, secure, and high-performing container platform solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Architect, design, build, deploy, and test OpenShift platform enhancements.
• Lead containerisation initiatives using OpenShift and Kubernetes.
• Manage platform performance, optimisation, and continuous improvement activities.
• Collaborate with security, infrastructure, and development teams.
• Build new clusters and support application migration activities.
• Contribute to infrastructure automation and DevOps practices.
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to engineering teams.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders and project teams.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as an OpenShift Architect or Senior OpenShift Engineer.
• Strong Red Hat OpenShift architecture and design expertise.
• Hands-on experience building clusters and migrating applications.
• Strong Kubernetes experience.
• Experience with Ansible automation.
• Strong Infrastructure as Code and infrastructure automation skills.
• Experience working with DevOps pipelines.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Strong project leadership and coordination experience.

Nice to Have

• VMware experience.
• ArgoCD, Terraform, Tekton, Jenkins, and related DevOps tools.
• Enterprise-scale platform transformation experience.

Interview Process

• Two-stage interview process.

ServiceNow Architect

Location: Sydney
Eligibility: NV1 OR Baseline AGSVA security clearance

This role will see you leading the architecture and design of ServiceNow solutions across enterprise environments. You will provide strategic direction on platform capabilities, integrations, and best practices while supporting delivery teams.

You will be part of a global consulting organisation driving service transformation programs across large enterprise clients. The environment is focused on platform optimisation, governance, and scalable digital service delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Define and design ServiceNow architecture aligned to business and enterprise standards
Lead solution design across ITSM and related ServiceNow modules
Provide guidance on configuration, customisation, and integrations
Establish platform standards, governance, and best practices
Review and approve technical designs and development outputs
Support platform roadmap and continuous improvement initiatives
Required Skills & Experience

5+ years’ experience with ServiceNow, including architecture-level exposure
Strong knowledge of ServiceNow platform, data model, and core capabilities
Experience designing solutions across ITSM modules
Experience integrating ServiceNow with enterprise and cloud systems
Understanding of security, access controls, and role-based permissions
Relevant ServiceNow certifications and strong stakeholder management skills
This is an opportunity to play a key role in shaping ServiceNow strategy and delivery within complex enterprise transformation programs.

Please note: Only Australian citizens with Baseline security clearance will be considered.

About the role:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Security Architect to play a key role in delivering critical cyber security initiatives within a large and complex enterprise environment. This is a hands-on architecture position that combines strategic thinking with practical delivery, focusing on strengthening security capabilities across major transformation programs.

The successful candidate will lead the design and implementation of enterprise security solutions, with a strong emphasis on Data Loss Prevention (DLP) and Network Segmentation. Working closely with technology, security, and business stakeholders, you will ensure security is embedded into projects from inception through to delivery while helping drive a secure-by-design culture across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead security architecture for major DLP and Network Segmentation initiatives.
• Design and review secure solutions across cloud, network, application, and endpoint environments.
• Conduct threat modelling, risk assessments, and architecture reviews.
• Define security standards, patterns, and reference architectures.
• Collaborate with technical and business stakeholders to embed security into project delivery.
• Provide expert guidance on security risks, controls, and architectural decisions.

Skills & Expereince:

• Proven experience in senior Security Architecture roles within complex enterprise environments.
• Strong expertise in:
  • Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
  • Network Security & Zero Trust Architecture
  • Cloud Security (Azure, AWS and/or GCP)
  • Identity & Access Management (IAM)
  • Security technologies including SIEM, EDR and CASB
• Experience with security frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, SABSA and TOGAF.
• Demonstrated experience delivering large-scale security transformation projects

Qualitfications:

• Degree in IT, Cyber Security or related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• CISSP preferred.
• TOGAF, SABSA, CCSP, AWS Security Speciality or similar certifications highly regarded.

Please apply for a confidential chat.

The Role

This is a hands-on HRIS reporting and application support role sitting within a busy Finance and Workforce function at a large, multi-site health organisation. You will be the key point of contact for data extraction, meaningful reporting, and application support across the organisation’s HRIS and rostering platforms, working closely with Payroll, HR Services, and Finance teams to ensure data integrity, meet compliance obligations, and support accurate, on-time pay runs. The right candidate brings strong SAP and Kronos expertise, a sharp eye for data quality, and the communication skills to support a diverse range of internal stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Extract, validate, and deliver meaningful reports from HRIS, rostering, and Finance systems – including payroll reporting, Single Touch Payroll processing, superannuation reconciliations, and compliance data for external agencies such as the ABS and DHS.
• Provide application support across HRIS and rostering platforms, including managing interface and data feed files, resolving application issues in conjunction with system vendors, and ensuring all processes are run in accordance with business and payroll deadlines.
• Develop and maintain reporting frameworks, system process documentation, user guides, and FAQs, proactively identifying opportunities to improve system use and reporting capability.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships across Payroll, HR Services, Recruitment, Finance, and Workforce divisions, handling complex or escalated application queries and providing responsive, customer-focused support.
• Deliver end-user training for line managers and HR team members on HRIS and rostering applications, supporting adoption of system improvements and best practice processes.

Key Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of experience operating payroll services and supporting HRIS applications within a medium to large organisation, with strong working knowledge of SAP (or SuccessFactors) and Kronos or equivalent rostering and time and attendance platforms.
• Solid understanding of payroll practices, Awards, Enterprise Bargaining Agreements, and relevant legislation, including experience managing Single Touch Payroll, superannuation compliance, and payroll data feeds to external agencies.
• Strong business analysis capability, with demonstrated experience in report creation, process documentation, and identifying system improvements supported by data-driven recommendations.
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), with well-developed analytical, numeric, and written communication skills and a high attention to detail.
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities, meet tight deadlines, and work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment, with a professional and responsive approach to customer service.

What’s in it for You

• Initial 3-month contract with strong potential to extend, based on performance and business need.
• St Kilda Road, Melbourne location with hybrid working arrangements.
• Healthcare sector role with genuine scope to make an impact across a large, multi-site organisation.
• Collaborative, supportive team environment with exposure to a broad range of HRIS, payroll, and workforce reporting functions.

Apply today and Jimmy Nguyen will reach out to disclose further information.