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Cloud Engineer

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The mission of the Australian Federal Police is to provide dynamic and effective law enforcement to the people of Australia. It provides policing throughout Australia in relation to the prevention and detection of crimes against the Commonwealth, its laws and integrity, and community police services to the Community of the ACT.

Working for the AFP provides you with a diverse and rewarding career. Whether you immerse yourself in a position on the frontline, or provide critical operational or professional support, the work you do makes a big impact on the people of Australia. 

We recognise your contribution to our workforce and offer generous remuneration and conditions including:

• Six weeks (30 days) of paid annual leave per year + additional paid Christmas stand down 
• 4 extra mandatory leave rest days per year 
• 18 days of paid personal leave per year
• Generous superannuation of 15.4%
• 16 weeks of paid maternity leave (after 12 months of service) + an additional 36 weeks of maternity leave without pay
• Generous salaries and incremental salary progression governed by the AFP Enterprise Agreement 
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangement that provides work/life balance
• Access to ongoing training and professional development opportunities

What is the role?

Applications are sought from suitably qualified applicants wishing to be considered for the role of Cloud Engineer.

The processes will also be used to create a merit pool for future opportunities.

Job opportunities will be available Australia wide, however some travel maybe required. Successful candidate will be able to work from the closest AFP headquarters in the respective state/territory, and will have reporting timelines to management located in Canberra.

Successful applicants will be required to develop an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the AFP business and the impact of roles and functions undertaken in relation to the organisation’s reputation to effectively manage operations.

Our ideal candidates will be:

• Proactive relationship-builders who can operate in front of technical or business stakeholders when needed.
• Business outcome focused and committed to solving complex problems in a live operational environment on a regular basis, and
• Motivated and constantly strive for self-improvement.
• Demonstrated experience in managing Private Cloud Platforms such as VMware (desirable).
• Demonstrated experience in managing Microsoft Azure and/or Amazon Web Services and relevant industry certifications (essential).
• Understanding of governance best practice including FinOps across a Hybrid Cloud environment (desirable).
• Driving an Automation first approach, developing and documenting best practices and strategies for application and infrastructure delivery in a hybrid cloud environment (Highly Desirable).

You will also be required to contribute to the achievement of outcomes in accordance with the regulatory framework, the AFP Code of Conduct and the AFP Governance Instruments. It is expected that the successful applicant will deliver on the core responsibilities and meet any requirements of the position as outlined below.

What will you do?

The Cloud Services Team within the Chief Information Officer (CIO) Command is responsible for the delivery and maintenance of a range of cloud capabilities that directly supports collaboration across the organisation, delivers cloud-based solutions to support operational and business outcomes. The team is a multi-disciplinary team focused on delivering business value and continuous improvement by leveraging innovative cloud-based solutions.

Roles and responsibilities of the team include:

• Providing operational support and technical advice through the development, deployment, and maintenance of cloud-based solutions.
• Driving an Automation first approach, developing and documenting best practices and strategies for application and infrastructure delivery in a hybrid cloud environment.
• Troubleshoot incidents, identify root cause, fix and document problems, and implement preventive measures.
• Employ exceptional problem-solving skills, with the ability to see and solve issues before they affect business productivity.
• Collaborating across multiple teams within CIO Command and the business to evaluate and identify optimal cloud solutions.
• Managing cloud environments in accordance with Information Security Manual (ISM) and Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF).
• Implementing Public PROTECTED Cloud environments such as Microsoft Azure and/or Amazon Web Services, Google Compute Platform.
• Maintenance and enhancement of platform architecture and sustainment of Public PROTECTED Cloud environments such as Microsoft Azure, M365 and/or Amazon Web Services, Google Compute Platform.
• Understanding of governance best practice including FinOps across a Hybrid Cloud environment.

Essential Requirements

• You must be an Australian Citizen at the time of application.
• A Negative Vetting 1 (Secret) security clearance or the ability to obtain one.
• Relevant formal qualifications from a recognised tertiary institution, or demonstrated equivalent skills and experience.
• Demonstrated experience across Microsoft solutions such as Microsoft Azure, M365 and Teams.
• Understanding of automation frameworks and tools such as Ansible and Terraform.
• Understanding of governance frameworks and principles in a cloud environment.
• Experience with/knowledge in managing cloud environments in accordance with Information Security Manual (ISM) and Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF).
• Implementing and supporting Public PROTECTED Cloud environments such as Microsoft Azure and/or Amazon Web Services, Google Compute Platform.

Desirable Requirements

The following skills and/or experience would be highly regarded:

• Microsoft Azure and/or Amazon Web Services certifications
• Experience with maintenance and enhancement of platform architecture and sustainment of Public PROTECTED Cloud environments such as Microsoft Azure, M365 and/or Amazon Web Services, Google Compute Platform.

Additional Information

• This position is an AFP Band Level 8.
• This position has been advertised in all major capital cities. Successful candidates can either work remotely from home or from an AFP state office. Regular travel to Canberra will be required.
• AFP employees are required to have received a minimum of two COVID-19 vaccinations (or one dose if the Janssen vaccine was used). Satisfactory proof of vaccination status will be required at the time an offer of employment is made. Please contact the Recruitment Team if you wish to discuss the COVID-19 vaccine requirements further.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Diversity and inclusion is an operational priority for the Australian Federal Police (AFP). To be an effective police force, we must be reflective of the community we serve, working across languages, cultures and transnational borders. The 2023-26 Diversity & Inclusion Strategy is the guiding framework for delivering the AFP’s diversity and inclusion goals and reflecting our commitment to being an employer of choice, incorporating diversity and inclusion principles in day-to-day practice and building a psychologically and culturally safe workplace. This includes hiring people from diverse backgrounds who bring their lived experience to contribute, and add value, to the AFP. Find out more about how the AFP embraces diversity and inclusion.

Contact Officer: Chris Culloden
Contact Officer Phone: 02 5126 3581
Contact Officer Email: Chris.Culloden@afp.gov.au

Applications Close: 11:59pm (AEST) 14/09/2023