• 12 months + 12 months
• Canberra location – hybrid working
• Must be an Australian Citizen with ability to obtain NV1

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

Are you ready to lead the development of cutting-edge cyber security technologies and processes? This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in enhancing the defensive posture of a federal agency. You will work collaboratively with internal stakeholders and the Cyber Security Operations Centre (SOC) to deliver innovative solutions and drive continual improvement in a cloud-first environment.

Your duties will include:

• Developing and refining cyber security technologies, including SIEM, SOAR, and Threat Intelligence platforms
• Collaborating with internal teams to deliver key cyber security projects
• Introducing and advancing orchestration and automation technologies
• Mentoring junior staff and simplifying complex technologies into actionable processes
• Producing high-quality documentation, including architectural designs and Standard Operating Procedures
• Participating in procurement activities and providing specialist advice

Skills and Experience we are looking for:

• Proven SIEM engineering experience with platforms such as Splunk Enterprise Security, Microsoft Sentinel, or AWS Security Hub
• Expertise in Vulnerability Management using tools like Microsoft Defender, Rapid 7, or Tenable
• Experience managing Threat Intelligence platforms such as Threatstream or ThreatIQ
• Demonstrated automation experience in cyber security platforms
• Familiarity with DevSecOps monitoring and Threat Modelling tools
• Strong documentation and mentoring skills

Application Process

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

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Our client is a global software organisation with an office in Melbourne. Due to an exciting new project, they are seeking multiple Senior Software Engineers.

• 6 month contract, potential to extend
• Rates fully negotiable depending on experience
• South Melbourne location plus hybrid work-from-home

The Senior Software Engineer (Developer) is responsible for developing, enhancing, and supporting software and algorithms for multiple target tracking and detection systems. Responsibilities will include:

• Design, develop, and unit test applications in accordance with established standards
• Develop, enhance and maintain algorithms related to target tracking and detection systems
• Participate in peer-reviews of solution designs and related code.
• Package and support deployment of releases.
• Analyse and resolve technical and application problems
• Guide team development efforts towards successful project delivery.
• Provide technical leadership to teammates through delivery of quality solutions to technical problems
• Maintain high standards of software quality within the team by establishing good practices and habits
• Assist in the collection and documentation of user’s requirements, development of user stories, estimates and work plans

Qualifications & Prerequisite Requirements:

• Several years of enterprise software design and development with a focus on C++ and C#
• Relevant tertiary qualifications (Computer science, Engineering, Mathematics), or post graduate qualifications in mathematics
• Development of real-time software applications, and skills in multithreading in C++
• Solid capabilities with algorithm development
• Knowledge of radar signal processing would be advantageous
• Ability to work autonomously on complex technical problems
• Have a strong mathematics background
• Practical experience with multi-target tracking systems would be advantageous
• Experience with agile development methodologies including Kanban and Scrum
• Good communication skills

For more information, please contact Jarrodd on 0438 661 623 or email jarrodd.edwards@talentinternational.com the successful candidate will need to pass a national police and employment check.

The Role

A Victorian State Government agency is seeking an experienced Administrative Officer to join the Prosecutions team on a fixed-term contract until 31 December 2025. This role will support the management of infringement notices, internal review applications, official warning requests, and provide administrative support across the team.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage infringement notice processes including internal review applications, official warning requests, cancelled and invalid notices, and report preparation.
• Maintain and manage the infringements database.
• Provide authoritative advice to authorised officers on infringements-related matters.
• Draft correspondence, generate reports, handle data entry, records management, and accounts payable.

About You

• Strong administrative and organisational skills, with attention to detail.
• Proven experience using database applications and Microsoft Office suite.
• Ability to provide authoritative advice on processes and policies.
• Able to prioritise tasks and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

If this sounds like you apply now or email Ahmad at ahmad.jahfar@talentinternational.com

A leading Financial Services provider is seeking a Cyber Security Architect to join their team on an initial six-month contract.

Joining a security architecture practice, the successful candidate will be working on a number of project engagements and engaging with business stakeholders from across the business. Key responsibilities will include conducting security assessments to ensure workloads or systems are assessed against appropriate security controls, providing recommendations to ensure solutions falls within guidelines, and contribute to architecture decisions.

This position will suit candidates who are collaborative, with strong stakeholder engagement skills combined with a solid background in cyber security architecture.

To be successful in this role you will need:

• Tertiary qualifications and/or relevant industry certifications (i.e. CISSP)
• Strong experience working as a Cyber Security Architect within large complex environments (preferably Financial Services)
• Good understanding of information security / architecture / risk frameworks such as SABSA, NIST 800-53 and/or TOGAF
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with a proven ability to negotiate and influence
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

In return my client is offering:

• An attractive daily rate
• Hybrid work from home / office (required to be in the office at least two days per week)?

To be considered for this exciting opportunity, please apply online now!

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Our client is a federal government organisation with offices throughout Australia. Due to growth, they are seeking Salesforce EL1 Senior Support Engineer to join their team in Richmond or Geelong.

• 12-month initial contract plus 12-month extension
• Hybrid with 3 days per week onsite
• Federal government role – Australian citizenship required

Key duties and responsibilities

• Maintain and configure Service Cloud, Health Cloud and Digital Experience applications.

• Exhibit a deep understanding of the Salesforce platform, with the ability to build end-to-end automated processes using declarative tools.
• Investigate and troubleshoot OmniStudio components including FlexCards, Omniscripts, data raptors and integration procedures.
• Perform ongoing system administration including maintaining users, monitoring application metrics, managing salesforce configurations and data integrity.
• Deployment of changes via existing DevOps framework.
• Perform interrogation of various log sources to investigate issues.
• Evaluate new releases of Salesforce to determine functionality requirements and provide detailed information on how changes will apply to all affected departments/users.
• Develop and maintain documentation on processes and configuration.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders across various disciplines (business, architecture, data etc.).
• Work within an Agile delivery methodology
• Troubleshooting API and integration issues with different applications e.g. MuleSoft.
• Development of meaningful event monitoring and alerting.
• Knowledge transfer and training within the team.

To apply you will need the following skills and experience:
Essential criteria

• At least 5 years’ experience within Salesforce eco-system.
• Experience/Exposure with Salesforce Industries including OmniStudio.
• Exposure to OOPs and Apex (Triggers, Controller, Classes) for debugging and managing minor enhancements.
• Hands-on experience with version control, branching and metadata deployments.
• Certified Salesforce Admin ADM201 or ADM211 & Platform App Builder.

Desirable criteria

• Demonstrable experience providing technical support for Experience Cloud.
• Exposure to HTML, CSS and JavaScript is an added advantage.
• Platform Developer 1 Certification or Vlocity Certification will be a standout.
• Comfortable with new ways of thinking about accessibility and enthusiasm about accessible design & development will be highly regarded.

APPLY:
Submit your resume or contact Shelley at shelley.harrison@talentinternational.com or call on 0418 572 482 for further information. Shortlisted will be contacted.

The Role

A State Government agency, is seeking a Senior Investigations Adviser (VPS5) for an initial 6 month contract with a strong potential to extend. This role will be responsible for providing expert advice, analysis, and recommendations on misconduct and unsatisfactory performance matters, liaising with internal and external stakeholders, and overseeing complex investigations.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice and support to ensure effective management of misconduct and performance matters.
• Oversee inquiries and investigations, including managing external investigators and assessing risks.
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external regulators.
• Manage a caseload of 20-30 misconduct and complaint matters.

About You

• Demonstrated experience in workplace or misconduct investigations in a government or regulatory context.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to influence senior decision-makers.
• Understanding of the Reportable Conduct Scheme and relevant legislation.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver results within strict timeframes.

If this sounds like you, apply now or email Ahmad at ahmad.jahfar@talentinternational.com

The opportunity

Our client is a community focused federal government agency. They have an exciting opportunity available for an APS6 Systems Analyst to assist in ensuring the delivery of diverse and varied projects, centred on large scale digital transformation that is currently underway.

These will be a 12-month initial contract with a further 12-month extensions possible, offering open market hourly rates. Our client can base this role out of Richmond or Geelong. Hybrid work environment expecting a 50/50 split.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Undertake service design and transition activities to ensure new and changed services meet established requirements in terms of robustness and supportability,
• Assist to define requirements by identifying project milestones, phases and elements
• Provide advice to program and project teams regarding achieving operational readiness,
• Provide input to service design and architectural principals,
• Report progress of new initiatives to the ICT Services Branch including senior managers,
• Construct high quality workflow charts and diagrams according to NDIA OCIO specifications
• Conduct insightful and targeted analysis to investigate any risks and issues
• Ability to work well with multi-disciplinary technical teams, business stakeholders and 3rd party providers
• Foster a positive culture within the Service Design and Transition team aligned with Agency values; and
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Possess the ability to work independently with limited supervision

*Please note that Australian Citizenship is requirement to be eligible to work for this Federal Government Agency*

About you

• Demonstrated minimum 5 years’ experience working in an operational environment through ICT management frameworks such as ITIL, SIAM etc.
• Demonstrated experience in Systems Analysis, particularly providing advice to areas regarding operational readiness and service support.
• Experience in Microsoft Azure or Amazon Web Services, preferably both.
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills including the ability to effectively liaise and keep stakeholders informed and engaged, both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment, cultivating productive working relationships across multiple projects and business areas. Demonstrated experience and flexibility to adapt to agile and waterfall processes to activities when required.
• Demonstrated experience in effectively communicating with technical SME’s to define and obtain an understanding of business needs and technical constraints.
• Demonstrated experience to effectively analyse business processes to identify and define business improvements.

Desirable criteria

• Experience working in Government, or providing services to Government agency preferred.

APPLY

Submit your resume, or for further information please contact Kylie.McManus@TalentInternational.com or Liam.Lasslett@talentinternational.com

We are partnered with one of the world’s leading and most recognised brands! We are looking for a Content Specialist / Curator for a 12 month contract position.

About the role:

• 5 days working week (38 hrs).
• Working hours are 10am to 6pm.
• Review social media content across news, entertainment and short-form videos from publishers, broadcasters, public figures, creators, and influencers.
• Gather insights to make the content and improve the user experience.
• Identify cultural trends and trending news.
• Apply review guidelines to the content to ensure accuracy an consistency
• Remote working flexibility.

About you:

• 3-5 years of experience/skills in editorial (creating content).
• Background as a content curator, journalist, content strategist or social media editor.
• Has been involved in the creation of content.
• Possess knowledge of current affairs, and cultural trends.
• Have good editorial judgement.
• An advantage if you have worked for a lifestyle or entertainment brand.
• Be willing to work on weekends and public holidays (a schedule will be provided).
• A plus if you are bilingual or multi-lingual. Spanish or Portuguese would be a bonus (not mandatory).
• Has Australian Citizenship or Permanent Residency.

If this sounds like you, please APPLY now and shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

• Proven experience in fraud detection programs and cloud/cyber security expertise
• 12 months + 12 months
• Canberra location – hybrid working
• Must be an Australian Citizen with ability to obtain NV1

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.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Lead Program Architect to play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality architectural solutions for a significant transformation program. This role is critical in supporting the delivery of fraud detection and compliance improvement initiatives, ensuring alignment with organisational goals and objectives.

Your duties will include:

• Developing a strategic roadmap that integrates multiple solution and cyber architectural designs.
• Managing and mentoring a team of solution and cyber architects.
• Delivering fit-for-purpose solution architectures for complex projects.
• Providing thought leadership on program and cyber architecture strategies.
• Facilitating technical decision-making and chairing architecture governance forums.
• Presenting end-to-end project solutions for approval at governance councils.

Skills and Experience we are looking for:

• At least 10 years’ experience as a lead architect, with a proven track record in solution development.
• Strong technical and architectural background in delivering large-scale, complex projects.
• Demonstrated experience (minimum 5 years) in leading and managing architecture teams.
• Ability to translate business requirements into technology solutions and strategic roadmaps.
• TOGAF certification or equivalent IT architectural qualification (mandatory).
• Experience in fraud detection and compliance improvement programs, with AWS cloud and cyber security expertise highly desirable.

Application Process

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

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Budget Planner
Initial 12 months contract with a possibility of extension – Adelaide Based
Due to the nature of work, only applicants with Australian Citizenship can be considered for this position

About the Role:
As a valued team member, you’ll operate within defined parameters to deliver moderately complex tasks and activities that contribute to the agency’s mission of empowering individuals with disability. Under general direction, you’ll apply established policies and procedures to support effective budgeting and participant outcomes.

🔍 Key Responsibilities:

• Analyse participant records using government policies and legislation to make informed funding decisions and reduce overspending
• Communicate with participants and their representatives via phone to assess current circumstances and spending patterns
• Maintain high-quality records using internal IT systems, adhering to process guidelines and standard operating procedures
• Research and review decisions, managing moderately complex cases with support from senior staff
• Perform administrative and data entry tasks related to participant plans
• Support the achievement of key performance indicators, including planning targets

💬 Key Skills & Attributes:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail and ability to follow established procedures
• Analytical thinking and sound judgment
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, policy-driven environment

Be part of a team that’s making a difference in the lives of Australians with disability. Apply your skills in a role that blends service delivery, analysis, and meaningful impact.

If you want to have a detailed chat, reach out to Rahim Bhimani – rahim.bhimani@talentinternational.com 0433700258

ICT Contracts and Vendor Officer | Canberra | 6 months initial contract, potential extension

About the Client
Our client is a dynamic government agency committed to promoting workplace safety and supporting individuals in the workplace. As a forward-thinking organisation, our client offers a collaborative and supportive work environment.

About the Role
As an ICT Contracts and Vendor Officer, you will oversee multiple ICT contracts, manage vendor relationships, and ensure compliance with contractual obligations and service level agreements. Your role will drive strategic alignment and performance in ICT procurement.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish and manage multiple ICT contracts
• Manage existing IT vendors and address non-performance
• Lead complex contractual negotiations and conduct market research
• Prepare and manage contracts with ICT vendors
• Provide high-level support, advice, and reports on procurement and contract management
• Maintain the highest degree of probity and discretion in procurement

Skills & Experience

• Minimum 3+ years experience in Contracts and Vendor management
• Experience in government procurement
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• Ability to manage complex tasks and anticipate risks
• Resilient, adaptable, and a team player

Qualifications
Relevant experience in government procurement

Eligibility/Requirements

• Australian citizens only
• Relevant pre-employment checks and Baseline clearance

How to Apply
Submit your application to Talent International by clicking the “APPLY NOW” button with:

• A current CV
• Selection Criteria Response (if shortlisted)
• Your work rights status
• Two referees’ contact details

✨ Don’t miss this opportunity – apply today! 🚀

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• Initial Contract Until End of June 2026 | Potential for Extensions
• Melbourne CBD Location | Hybrid Working Arrangements
• Government Department | AWS & Snowflake

The Role: This Government Department is seeking a Solutions Architect to design and develop solution architectures for enterprise-class business systems.

The Responsibilities:

• Designs and develops solution architectures for enterprise-class business systems.
• Creates architecture and design artefacts, diagrams and documentation that effectively communicate the technical vision to stakeholders.
• Stays informed about emerging technologies, trends, and best practices in infrastructure, platforms, network and cloud.
• Evaluate new technologies and tools to ensure they align with the organisation’s architectural standards.
• Identify opportunities for improvement and innovation within the IT infrastructure landscape. Reviewing current system solutions and recommending and implementing enhancements

Skills & Experience Required:

• 7 years proven experience as a Solution Architect delivering ICT projects within the AWS & Snowflake environment.
• Extensive experience and expertise in developing solution architecture, system design, security, integration patterns, modern information/data models and requirements encompassing public (AWS, Azure, Google), private and hybrid models.
• Experience with AWS services, including AWS Landing Zone, AWS Networking, API Gateway, Lambda, RDS and Aurora is highly desirable.
• Experience in integration architecture, including iPaaS, API Gateways, ETL, ESB and related technologies (e.g., REST, JSON, etc.) is desirable.
• Experience in multi-factor authentication, single sign-on, identity management or related technologies is desirable.

What’s in it for you:

• Initial Contract Until End of June 2026 | Potential for Extensions
• Melbourne CBD Location | Hybrid Working Arrangements
• Government Department | AWS & Snowflake

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