Senior Solution Architect (Cyber & Networking)

Location: Sydney - Macquarie Park (Hybrid)
Engagement: 6 Month Initial Engagement + Potential to Extend
Daily Rate: $1200 + Super

We're hiring a hands-on Solution Architect to support cyber and network programs for a NSW Government agency.

This role isn't about theoretical frameworks - it's about crafting practical, risk-aware solutions that can be scoped, costed, and delivered in real-world environments. You'll work closely with delivery squads and stakeholders to reduce security risk and ensure architectural alignment - without over-engineering.

What You'll Do:

• Design and document solution options that reduce cyber and networking risks
• Provide tactical and strategic solutions based on risk profile, delivery feasibility, and timeframes
• Break down high-level designs into components for delivery squads to execute
• Collaborate with project managers, technical leads, and stakeholders to validate and refine designs
• Balance architecture alignment with delivery speed - aiming for the "right" solution, not just the "perfect" one
• Engage the lead architect as needed for review of complex or high-risk items

Key Skills:

• Strong background in cybersecurity and networking architecture
• Experience developing solution options that weigh effort, time, cost, and risk reduction
• Ability to work with delivery squads, not just hand over architecture from afar
• Solid understanding of frameworks like Essential 8
• Previous experience in large-scale enterprise or government environments

Desirable:

• Think practically, not just theoretically
• Can reduce high risks to medium with timely solutions (even tactical ones)
• Know how to engage with diverse technical stakeholders and simplify complexity
• Are delivery-aware and solution-focused, not just documentation-driven

How to Apply
Contact Kristen Brinker at for a confidential conversation.