Location: ACT, QLD, SA, NSW or VIC

Working Arrangements: Hybrid arrangements available, however onsite work is required

Start date: July 2025

Duration: Approximate 12-month contract with possibility of extension

Pay rate: $75.94 - $84.15 per hour plus 12% superannuation

Security Clearance Requirements: Negative Vetting 1 AGSVA Security Clearance or ability to obtain

OVERVIEW:

We are looking for an experienced IT Infrastructure Engineer (EL1) to implement, manage and retire the infrastructure (including physical, virtual, networking and cloud infrastructure) that supports digital services. This is an opportunity is for IT Infrastructure Engineers to provide technical support, troubleshoot problems and automate solutions to ensure stable and efficient operation of OpenShift environments.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design, deploy, manage, and troubleshoot OpenShift or other Kubernetes clusters in enterprise environments, ensuring high availability, reliability and scalability.
• Assist developers in automating the deployment, scaling, and management of containerised applications using OpenShift, utilising our GitOps platform and CI/CD pipelines for efficient service delivery.
• Oversee cluster management (inc. in-place cluster upgrades), resource allocation, configuration management, and capacity planning within Red Hat OpenShift environments, ensuring optimal performance and responsible resource utilisation.
• Develop and implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions using tools like Ansible, Terraform, or Helm to support scalable and resilient cloud infrastructure.
• Ensure the security of OpenShift environments by implementing best practices, including vulnerability scanning, network segmentation, and role-based access control.
• Lead technical teams in the execution of OpenShift projects, mentoring junior engineers and managing project timelines and deliverables.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, architects, and business stakeholders, to ensure smooth operations and alignment with business goals.
  
  

EXPERIENCE / REQUIREMENTS:

Essential:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering or related field highly desirable, or demonstrated continuous professional experience of at least 5+ years in a large scale ICT environment, and additionally 3+ years in a large scale kubernetes environment is a suitable alternative.
• Experience in a government or highly regulated environment, with demonstrated compliance to standards such as the Information Security Manual (ISM) and Essential 8
• Red Hat Certified Specialist in OpenShift Administration or equivalent certification, or a willingness to obtain these certifications within the first 3-6 months of employment.

Desirable:

• Certifications in Cloud Platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud), Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA), or a willingness to obtain these certifications within the first 3-6 months of employment.
• Experience and knowledge across a breadth of ICT technologies or methodologies is highly desirable, these include: Kubernetes, Ansible, Helm, Python & Bash, CI/CD Pipelines, Git and Linux.

IMPORTANT TO NOTE:

SOS Recruitment is committed to the principles of workplace diversity and equity in employment and we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with disabilities, women, people with family responsibilities, people with diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds, religious beliefs and LGBTIQ people.

Please be advised If the closing date has passed for the particular position(s) you are interested in, we still encourage an application. Occasionally late applications are accepted and in addition we will retain your resume on our system for other positions as they arise.

For more information on this role, please contact Rebecca Cosan on 02 6260 8888.