RFQ-ASD-LH-01600 DevOps Engineer

Due to the nature of clients we work with here at Kinexus and the projects these roles will be based on, an Australian Government Top Secret Positive Vetting (TSPV) clearance is essential.

These opportunities do not have the ability to obtain sponsorship for a security clearance (including applicants who currently hold a security clearance seeking to upgrade).

ABOUT THIS ROLE

DevOps Engineers work closely with development teams to provide (and support) the environment needed to deliver the organisation's services quickly and efficiently, using automation and self-service.

ASD requires an APS 6 equivalent DevOps Engineer to design, build, support, maintain and deliver cloud-based solutions.

Estimated start date: Monday, 01 December 2025

Initial contract duration: 18 months

Extension term: 12 months

Number of extensions: 2

Location of work: ACT

Working arrangements: Onsite. Candidates must be willing to undergo ASD's Organisational Suitability Assessment (OSA) prior to engagement. Candidates required to have NV1 clearance.

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Australian Signals Directorate (ASD) is the federal agency responsible for foreign signals intelligence, cyber warfare and information security. ASD's purpose is to defend Australia from global threats and help advance our national interests.

Situated in Canberra, ASD employs over 2000 TSPV cleared workers. ASD's workforce is growing rapidly. Areas of growth include PMO, cyber security, systems administration and engineering, software development and network engineering.

A top-security, complex and highly technical environment, ASD plays a vital role in the defence of Australia. Long contracts (12 months+) available.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design, develop, deploy and manage cloud based infrastructure and applications.
• Proficiency and understanding of scripting, programming and automation tools.
• Knowledge of DevOps practices, containerization and continuous integration/ continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.
• Optimize cloud performance and configure cloud resources, implementing security measures, automating processes, and ensuring system reliability and scalability
• Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize cloud environments, troubleshoot issues, and support the continuous delivery of software.
• Provide ongoing support for CI/CD toolsets and troubleshoot performance issues.
• Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines, focusing on continuous improvement.
• Cultivate relationships internally and externally, offering mentorship as needed.
• Manage time and workload effectively to meet deadlines

TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Experience in developing ICT solutions in hybrid and commercial cloud - AWS
• Expertise in automation tools like AWS Cloud Formation, Terraform or Ansible and containerization using Docker and Kubernetes.
• Strong understanding and knowledge of CI/CD tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI, or AWS Code Pipeline to streamline development workflows.
• Sound knowledge of cloud infrastructure and cloud native solutions
• Strong experience in network, security, storage and system engineering/solutions on Linux based systems.
• Proficiency in multiple scripting and programming languages.
• Ensuring cloud infrastructure adheres to governance policies and compliance requirements.
• Robust communication skills, including the ability to explain complex problems to management.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE NEEDED

• Availability management: Level 4 (SFIA) Analyses service and component availability, reliability, maintainability and serviceability. Contributes to the availability management process and its operation. Performs defined availability management tasks. Ensures that services and components meet and continue to meet all of their agreed performance targets and service levels. Implements arrangements for disaster recovery and documents recovery procedures. Conducts testing of recovery procedures.
• Methods and tools: Level 4 (SFIA) Provides advice and guidance to support the adoption of methods and tools and adherence to policies and standards. Tailors processes in line with agreed standards and evaluation of methods and tools. Reviews and improves usage and application of methods and tools.
• Programming/software development: Level 3 (SFIA) Designs, codes, verifies, tests, documents, amends and refactors moderately complex programs/scripts. Applies agreed standards and tools to achieve a well-engineered result. Monitors and reports on progress. Identifies issues related to software development activities. Proposes practical solutions to resolve issues. Collaborates in reviews of work with others as appropriate.
• Systems design: Level 4 (SFIA) Designs system components using appropriate modelling techniques following agreed architectures, design standards, patterns and methodology. Identifies and evaluates alternative design options and trade-offs. Creates multiple design views to address the concerns of the different stakeholders and to handle functional and non-functional requirements. Models, simulates or prototypes the behaviour of proposed system components to enable approval by stakeholders. Produces detailed design specifications to form the basis for the construction of systems. Reviews, verifies and improves own designs against specifications.
• Systems integration and build: Level 4 (SFIA) Provides technical expertise to enable the configuration of system components and equipment for systems testing. Collaborates with technical teams to develop and agree system integration plans and report on progress. Defines complex/new integration builds. Ensures that integration test environments are correctly configured. Designs, performs and reports results of tests of the integration build. Identifies and documents system integration components for recording in the configuration management system. Recommends and implements improvements to processes and tools.
• Australian Citizenship and a NV1 security clearance is essential

BENEFITS

Why work for ASD?

• Work on interesting and prestigious projects vital to the ongoing defence of Australia.
• Flexible work environment; work the hours that suit you between 7am and 7pm.
• Low attrition rate: the great variety of projects and opportunities across different business areas ensure few workers leave ASD.
• Long contracts available.
• Fantastic growth opportunities available at any stage of your career.

Why Kinexus?

• Kinexus has been supplying TSPV contractors to government panels since 2004 and have a strong relationship with them. We are one of just 9 suppliers Australia-wide.
• Our experience in managing contractors in defence/national security industries means we understand the requirements from the Commonwealth, insurances and clearances.
• DISP accredited; we can hold clearances and manage renewals.
• Dedicated account manager (me!) who is your dedicated POC and offer continuous contractor care.
• Rate negotiation guidance in line with the SFIA framework.
• Dedicated payroll assistant who facilitates your taxes and super.
• We proactively chase timesheet approvers to ensure you get paid on-time and error free.
• Regular visits to Canberra for coffee, lunches and quarterly drinks events.
• We can facilitate novated car leases, LAFHA or salary sacrifice.
• We'll keep you up to date with the most appropriate, interesting opportunities in your field.
• Community matters. Kinexus supports women in Defence through our female mentoring program and rewards referrers through our Referral Rewards scheme.
• Support for your health and wellness through counselling support (EAP) available for all contractors and their families.

Kinexus is the leading recruitment partner to the defence industry in Australia. We support our community in making intelligent connections and create opportunities to help grow careers.

All applications should include your resume as a word document.

For more information, visit our website, www.kinexus.com.au or contact Cindace Prasad on 0449 511 324.

#LI-CP #SCR-cindace-prasad