$91,702 - $104,753 (+ 15% BDCP) + up to 15.4% superannuation Melbourne CBD - VIC, Reid - ACT The Role The Defence Architect and Strategy Branch (DASB) within the newly established Defence Digital Group (DDG) is seeking to recruit multiple APS 6 Enterprise Architects to assist in the management the overall design and successful implementation of Defence's evolving technology ecosystem.
DASB provides ICT strategic, technology and architectural services spanning the entire Defence ICT landscape supporting outcomes for Defence war-fighters, civilians, leadership, programs, projects and capability owners.
We intimately understand, map and direct overall ICT ecosystems across Defence and through the robust management of ICT standards proactively and continuously seek to improve the ICT experience for all ADF, APS and partners to meet the needs of the war-fighter during a time where ICT will be key in providing decision support advantage.
Roles will be located in the following work areas: Digital Strategy and Roadmaps, Cyber Security Architecture (Security Architecture, Data & Integration Architecture), and Enterprise Architecture (Applications, Infrastructure, Network and C4ISREW (Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance and Electronic Warfare), and ICT Standards and Frameworks.
You will focus on ensuring smooth operational advice and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, engineers, project managers, and business stakeholders, to ensure end-to-end technology blueprints that align with the organisation's goals and technical requirements.
A robust merit pool will be created as a result of this recruitment activity.
Enterprise Architect roles within the Division are considered a Defence critical APS occupational discipline; therefore, suitable candidates will attract a Building Defence Capability Payment (BDCP), which enables Defence to provide a premium, in addition to the rate of salary otherwise payable under the Enterprise Agreement (EA) to some or all of the jobs within a critical occupation(s) or discipline within a workplace.
Applicants engaged into a BDCP position must consider the following: BDCPs provide remuneration in addition to the Defence Enterprise Agreement (EA).
This arrangement is subject to meeting eligibility criteria and is subject to annual review.
Should your performance fall beyond requirements or the eligibility criteria not be met, your eligibility for the BDCP may be reviewed and ceased.
It may also be ceased should you change positions or the requirement for the BDCP is no longer necessary, as determined by Defence.
Should the BDCP be ceased you will be advised and your BDCP additional payment will cease.
Our Ideal Candidate Our successful candidate will need to have good ability to communicate with a technical workforce, capability managers and project teams.
Our ideal candidate will have: Experience working in a team of ICT capability-focused professionals in a fast-paced, geographically dispersed, maturing, and results-driven environment.
Demonstrable track record of working in an enterprise architect role including documenting and communicating architectures to clients.
Ability to grasp the unique architect of the Defence environment and seek ways to improve.
Understanding of enterprise IT infrastructure, software platforms and Cloud environments.
Strong negotiation and influencing skills, and demonstrated experience working with key stakeholders.
We are looking for candidates who are adaptable, resilient, and are willing to learn and excel in a dynamic environment.
Additional professionalisation, training and development will be offered to successful candidates.
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