Lead Technology Architect

CYOS Solutions

. Determine appropriate technologies for the service development and delivery environment .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeSydney • AustraliaSenior💰 A$140 - A$160 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in enterprise architecture, solution design, and technology strategy within complex and regulated environments. Capable of translating business requirements into secure, scalable ICT solutions while fostering stakeholder collaboration and knowledge sharing.

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Enterprise Architecture ExperienceSolution Design ExpertiseActive Baseline Security ClearanceCloud Infrastructure ArchitectureArchitecture Modelling Tools

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Hard Skills

Solution ArchitectureInfrastructure ArchitectureEnd-to-End Solution DesignArchitecture PrinciplesRisk-Based RecommendationsBusiness AnalysisTechnology StrategyGovernance StandardsCapability Gap AnalysisTechnical Documentation

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsNegotiation SkillsProfessional Presentation SkillsStakeholder CollaborationKnowledge Sharing

Tools & Technologies

Governance ToolsCloud ServicesOn-Premises InfrastructureHybrid InfrastructureArchitecture Modelling Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Active Baseline Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

ICT SolutionsTechnology Domain FrameworksRegulated EnvironmentsOperational ArchitectureComplex Business Issues

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cloud

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Determine appropriate technologies for the service development and delivery environment
Monitor emerging technologies and plan technology exploration, implementation and retirement
Translate business and functional requirements into secure, integrated ICT solutions and strategic technology roadmaps
Set domain standards and governance
Lead end-to-end solution design and implementation
Resolve architectural exceptions and provide operational guidance
Translate business and ICT requirements into conceptual, logical and end-to-end solution architectures
Assess capability gaps and recommend solution options informing technology strategy and direction
Lead solution analysis, integrate stakeholder input and develop architecture artefacts, options and recommendations for executive decision-making
Provide technical advice, coordinate architecture activities, and identify, communicate and resolve complex issues and risks
Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, communicate with diverse audiences, and negotiate outcomes
Identify interdependencies and develop long-term plans in complex and ambiguous environments
Promote innovation, continuous improvement and knowledge sharing across the agency
Share knowledge and build capability across the team and key APS personnel
Drive innovation, lead change, support the agency’s strategic direction and contribute to team discussions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must have an active Baseline security clearance
Knowledge of technology domain frameworks, legislation, policies and procedures
Understanding of relevant business systems and tools
Strong communication and negotiation skills
Professional presentation skills
Enterprise, solution, infrastructure, platform and operational architecture experience within large, complex and highly regulated environments
Experience with contemporary cloud, on-premises and hybrid infrastructure architectures, including platform, compute, storage, network and hosting services
Experience with architecture modelling, documentation and governance tools
Ability to analyse complex business issues within the technology and infrastructure domain
Ability to deliver pragmatic, risk-based recommendations, influence stakeholders, collaborate across multidisciplinary teams and transfer knowledge to APS personnel
Sound knowledge of architecture principles and end-to-end solution design
Experience across infrastructure domains, including on-premises and hybrid platforms, networks, compute, storage, operating systems, virtualisation, and identity and access management
Ability to design secure, scalable, resilient and cost-effective solutions meeting performance, availability and operational requirements
Ability to analyse business and technical requirements, identify dependencies, constraints and capability gaps, evaluate technology options, and produce architectural artefacts
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including presenting architectural advice to senior stakeholders, governance bodies and executive forums
Updated CV of no more than 3–5 pages
Responses to essential and desirable criteria of no more than 5000 characters each

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid work-from-home arrangement considered after the first 2 weeks, usually with a minimum of 2 days per week onsite from the capital city location
Contract extensions up to a maximum of 24 months