Lead Technology Architect

CYOS Solutions

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

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeAustraliaSenior💰 A$140 - A$160 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in end-to-end solution design and implementation, with a strong focus on secure, scalable, and resilient architectures. Proficient in translating complex business and ICT requirements into strategic technology roadmaps while fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing across teams.

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Active Baseline Security ClearanceEnterprise Architecture ExperienceCloud Infrastructure ArchitectureArchitecture Modelling ToolsStrong Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Solution ArchitectureInfrastructure ArchitectureHybrid InfrastructureArchitecture PrinciplesRisk-Based RecommendationsBusiness Systems AnalysisTechnical Requirements AnalysisGovernance FrameworksOperational ArchitectureIdentity and Access Management

Soft Skills

Negotiation SkillsPresentation SkillsStakeholder EngagementKnowledge SharingCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Architecture Documentation ToolsGovernance ToolsCloud ServicesOn-Premises SolutionsVirtualisation Technologies

Industry Keywords

ICT SolutionsTechnology StrategyComplex EnvironmentsRegulated EnvironmentsTechnology Domain Frameworks

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 relationships, communicate with diverse audiences and negotiate outcomes with internal and external stakeholders
Develop long-term plans and deliver quality outcomes in complex environments
Promote innovation, continuous improvement and knowledge sharing across the agency
Share knowledge and build capability across the team and key APS personnel

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
Experience with enterprise, solution, infrastructure, platform and operational architecture in 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, deliver pragmatic risk-based recommendations, influence stakeholders, collaborate across multidisciplinary teams and transfer knowledge to APS personnel
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 with experience presenting architectural advice to senior stakeholders, governance bodies and executive forums
Updated CV of maximum 3–5 pages
Responses to essential and desirable criteria of no more than 5000 characters each

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid WFH 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