Permanent Full time Opportunity
$126,861.28 per annum plus Supernnuation
Location: Broadmeadows, Australia
Job Overview
We're looking for a detail-oriented and analytical Cloud Specialist to join our growing technology team. The role involves designing, implementing, and managing cloud infrastructure solutions that support our organization's digital transformation initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, deploy, and manage scalable cloud infrastructure solutions across multiple cloud platforms
- Monitor cloud systems and applications to ensure optimal performance, availability, and security
- Implement and maintain infrastructure as code (IaC) practices to automate provisioning and configuration management
- Troubleshoot and resolve cloud-related incidents and performance issues in a timely manner
- Develop and enforce cloud security policies, compliance standards, and best practices
- Collaborate with development, operations, and security teams to support application deployment and integration
- Analyze and optimize cloud resource utilization to reduce costs and improve efficiency
- Plan and execute cloud migration projects, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations
- Create and maintain comprehensive documentation of cloud architecture, configurations, and procedures
- Stay current with emerging cloud technologies and industry trends to drive continuous improvement
Core Skills and Experience
- 3+ years of hands‐on experience with cloud infrastructure and services
- Proficiency with major cloud platforms (AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud Platform)
- Strong knowledge of networking, security protocols, and firewall management
- Experience with infrastructure as code tools and practices
- Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, PowerShell, or Bash
- Solid understanding of virtualization technologies and containerization concepts
- Excellent analytical and problem‐solving skills with strong attention to detail
- Experience managing and troubleshooting enterprise‐level cloud environments
Preferred Skills and Experience
- Multi‐cloud platform experience and expertise
- Hands‐on experience with containerization technologies
- Knowledge of CI/CD pipeline tools and deployment automation
- Cloud cost optimization and resource management experience
- Industry‐recognized certifications (AWS Solutions Architect, Azure Administrator, or equivalent)
- Experience with database management and optimization in cloud environments
- Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools (CloudWatch, Azure Monitor, Stackdriver)
Qualifications
- 5–10+ years of IT experience, with significant hands‐on cloud engineering/architecture experience
- Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, IT, or related field
- ITIL 4
- Microsoft Certified – Azure Security Engineer (AZ‐500)
- Microsoft Certified – Azure Administrator (AZ‐104)
- Microsoft Certified – Solutions Architect (AZ‐305)
- Microsoft Certified – Azure AI Engineer (AZ‐102)
- Microsoft Certified – Azure Network Engineer (AZ‐700)
- Microsoft Certified – Azure Data Fundamentals
- Awareness of other advanced cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Solutions Architect Professional)
- Combined with demonstrated experience influencing strategic outcomes and leading complex initiatives
Equal Opportunity Statement
A child safe organisation and an equal opportunity employer. Council encourages people of all ages, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQA+ people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.
CLOUD SPECIALIST in Canberra employer: Hume City Council
Hume City Council is an exceptional employer, offering a collaborative and inclusive work culture that prioritises diversity and gender equality. As part of the Northern Alliance for Greenhouse Action, employees have the unique opportunity to lead impactful climate initiatives while benefiting from professional development and a competitive salary package. With a strong commitment to community outcomes and employee well-being, Hume City Council fosters an environment where everyone can thrive and contribute meaningfully to local government efforts.
