A unique opportunity for a Solutions Engineer / Architect to join a respected mid-sized consultancy based in Sydney or Melbourne. You will be part of a collaborative design team that develops market-leading cyber security products and solutions, focusing on cloud native technologies for on-premises environments. This position offers the chance to further your career from engineering into architecture while enjoying flexibility and exposure to diverse technical challenges.

As a Solutions Engineer / Architect, you will play an integral role in shaping technology solutions that underpin critical operations within the defence, telecommunications, and security industries. Your day-to-day activities will involve working alongside talented professionals in a design team dedicated to developing robust cyber security products. You will be responsible for translating stakeholder requirements into actionable designs while maintaining oversight of project delivery. By producing clear documentation and offering ongoing advisory support, you will help ensure that every solution meets stringent standards for performance, reliability, and security. Your ability to balance architectural thinking with practical implementation will be key to your success in this multifaceted role.

• Collaborate closely with stakeholders to gather, analyse, and interpret business requirements for complex technology projects.
• Act as the Solution Architect for one or two concurrent projects, balancing architectural vision with practical delivery milestones.
• Design comprehensive end-to-end solution architectures that address scalability, reliability, security, deployment, and integration needs.
• Produce detailed design documentation that clearly communicates technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Provide expert advisory services throughout the project lifecycle, supporting product managers and project managers in achieving successful outcomes.
• Work in a post-sales capacity to ensure solutions are implemented according to agreed specifications and organisational standards.
• Offer technical guidance to project teams, helping them navigate challenges related to systems configuration management and best practices.
• Ensure all system configurations align with organisational goals and industry standards for quality and compliance.
• Participate actively in design reviews within a collaborative team environment focused on delivering cyber security market products.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by sharing knowledge gained from each project with colleagues across the organisation.

What you bring:

To excel as a Solutions Engineer and Architect in this consultancy setting, you will bring proven experience across systems engineering disciplines-particularly networks, infrastructure management, and cloud native approaches designed for on-premises deployments. Your interpersonal skills will enable you to build trust with stakeholders while gathering requirements or presenting solutions. You should have a history of producing thorough documentation that bridges the gap between business needs and technical execution. Your collaborative approach will see you working closely with product managers, project managers, and fellow engineers as you guide projects from conception through delivery. A passion for cyber security solutions combined with an eagerness to share knowledge makes you an invaluable member of any design team.

• Demonstrated experience in architecture, design and systems engineering with a strong background in networks, infrastructure, and cloud native technologies tailored for on-premises environments.
• Excellent communication skills enabling you to convey complex technical information effectively to diverse audiences.
• Proven ability to collaborate with stakeholders at all levels to elicit requirements and translate them into actionable solution designs.
• Experience producing comprehensive design documentation that supports both technical teams and business decision-makers.
• A track record of providing technical guidance within multidisciplinary project teams focused on delivering secure technology solutions.
• Familiarity with configuration management principles ensuring alignment with organisational objectives and industry best practices.
• Understanding of end-to-end solution architecture considerations including scalability, reliability, security, deployment strategies, and integration capabilities.
• Experience working within or alongside defence, telecommunications or security-focused organisations is highly regarded but not essential.
• Commitment to continuous learning and knowledge sharing within a supportive team environment.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples are encouraged to apply. To apply please click apply or call Meghan Donnithorne on +61 2 8289 3141 for a confidential discussion.