Information Technology Infrastructure Engineer
Information Technology Infrastructure Engineer
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Base pay range
A$140.00/hr - A$170.00/hr
* NV1 Clearance Mandatory
* Hybrid – QLD/NSW/ACT – Possibility of WFH
* Negotiable $$$ based on experience
* Long Contract – 01 July 2025 to 30 June 2026 (with possible 24 month extensions)
We are looking for a Senior IT Infrastructure Engineer experienced in OpenShift administration for one of our federal government clients. The role involves overseeing on-premises Red Hat OpenShift clusters supporting government services. Key duties include monitoring, installing, configuring, administering, troubleshooting, and maintaining these systems.
Key duties and responsibilities
Duties may include but are not limited to:
* Design, deploy, manage, and troubleshoot OpenShift or other Kubernetes clusters in enterprise environments, ensuring high availability, reliability and scalability.
* Assist developers in automating the deployment, scaling, and management of containerised applications using OpenShift, utilising our GitOps platform and CI/CD pipelines for efficient service delivery.
* Oversee cluster management (inc. in-place cluster upgrades), resource allocation, configuration management, and capacity planning within Red Hat OpenShift environments, ensuring optimal performance and responsible resource utilisation.
* Develop and implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions using tools like Ansible, Terraform, or Helm to support scalable and resilient cloud infrastructure.
* Ensure the security of OpenShift environments by implementing best practices, including vulnerability scanning, network segmentation, and role-based access control.
* Lead technical teams in the execution of OpenShift projects, mentoring junior engineers and managing project timelines and deliverables.
* Work closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, architects, and business stakeholders, to ensure smooth operations and alignment with business goals.
* Maintain comprehensive documentation of systems, processes, and best practices, and actively share knowledge with the team.
* On-call duties may be required in extenuating circumstances however this is not the default expectation.
* Occasional/infrequent out of hours support may be required for maintenance or supporting activities.
What we need from you
* Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering or related field highly desirable, or demonstrated continuous professional experience of at least 5+ years in a large scale ICT environment, and additionally 3+ years in a large scale Kubernetes environment is a suitable alternative.
* At least 5+ years of experience in system administering - Including experience in OpenShift/Kubernetes cluster administration.
* Extensive experience in Kubernetes administration - Including networking, security, storage, and troubleshooting within containerised environments.
* Experience in a government or highly regulated environment, with demonstrated compliance to standards such as the Information Security Manual (ISM) and Essential 8
* Red Hat Certified Specialist in OpenShift Administration or equivalent certification, or a willingness to obtain these certifications within the first 3-6 months of employment.
* Certifications in Cloud Platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud), Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA), or a willingness to obtain these certifications within the first 3-6 months of employment.
* Experience and knowledge across a breadth of ICT technologies or methodologies is highly desirable, these include: Kubernetes, Ansible, Helm, Python & Bash, CI/CD Pipelines, Git and Linux
About Us
AboutCloud is an ICT consulting company that provides a range of professional services to clients. With years of experience in the industry, we have built a reputation, specifically in Canberra for delivering high-quality solutions that help our clients succeed in a rapidly changing digital landscape.
At AboutCloud, our vision is to help businesses leverage the latest technologies to achieve their goals. We believe that technology can be a powerful tool for growth and innovation, and we strive to help our clients stay ahead of the curve by providing cutting-edge solutions that drive results.
Want to apply?
Please send us an email with your CV in Word format to We will reach out to you upon receipt to start to get to know you, answer any questions that you may have and put you forward for this opportunity.
This opportunity closes on Saturday 3rd May 2025 at 9:00AM .
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
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Contract
Job function
* Job function
Information Technology
* Industries
IT Services and IT Consulting
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