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About The Role
Join Saab Australia as a Cloud Solution Architect
Are you a senior Azure expert ready to drive cloud transformation in one of the most secure and complex environments? Saab is seeking an experienced
About The Role
Join Saab Australia as a Cloud Solution Architect
Are you a senior Azure expert ready to drive cloud transformation in one of the most secure and complex environments? Saab is seeking an experienced Cloud Solution Architect to play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering secure, scalable cloud solutions across our enterprise.
As part of Saab's IT Architecture team, you will be the technical authority for enterprise cloud solutions, working on high-impact transformation programs within a highly regulated Defence context.
You'll provide expert guidance across architecture, security, governance, and operational readiness—leveraging Microsoft Azure and M365 to deliver mission-critical capabilities.
We work in a fast-paced, demanding, challenging as well as time sensitive environment; we're diverse, global, resilient, adaptable, and agile, therefore the ability to solve problems is critical.
Along with satisfaction & rewards that comes with working for a global defence company, you can expect a generous salary, a range of outstanding benefits & an inclusive working environment.
This position also offers Flexible working options and a 9 Day Fortnight.
Key responsibilities:
As a key member of our Strategy, Transformation & Communications division, you will:
* Architect and deliver secure, resilient, and cost-optimised Azure-based solutions.
* Define cloud architecture strategy, guardrails, and reference patterns.
* Lead the cloud design process through governance and architecture forums.
* Mentor technical teams, upskilling them in cloud-first principles and tools.
* Collaborate with stakeholders across business, security, and technology domains.
* Evaluate and introduce emerging cloud technologies aligned to enterprise goals.
* Drive infrastructure-as-code, CI/CD, and automation best practices.
* Support enterprise cloud migration, integration, and modernisation programs.
About You
Experience & Skills:
* Proven Azure solution architecture experience in regulated or Defence environments.
* Deep expertise in cloud security, compliance, identity (Entra ID), and governance.
* Strong understanding of M365 security & collaboration platforms (Exchange Online, Intune, SharePoint, DLP).
* Experience driving cloud transformation and enterprise-scale migrations.
* Effective communicator and mentor with strong stakeholder engagement skills.
* Knowledge of Australian Defence compliance and information security requirements
* Desirable - Skills in Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform, ARM, Bicep), scripting (PowerShell, Azure CLI).
Preferred Qualification & Certifications:
* Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert (strongly preferred)
* Bachelor's degree in computer science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field
* Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator
* Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)
* ITIL v4 Foundation
* AWS Solution Architect (desirable)
Personal Attributes:
* Proven ability to influence and manage stakeholders through strong communication, collaboration, and customer-focused engagement.
* Demonstrated adaptability to new tasks, technologies, and processes in dynamic environments.
* Committed to delivering results under pressure by balancing conflicting priorities and aligning with business and customer needs.
* Takes ownership and accountability for resolving issues promptly and driving continuous improvement.
* Leads by example in fostering a learning culture, technical collaboration, and values-driven behaviours.
As Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain an NV1 clearance.
Ready to architect the future of secure cloud for Defence? Apply now and help us shape a smarter, safer tomorrow
About Us
Saab Australia is a defence, security and cyber solutions provider, specialising in the development and integration of major defence and security systems. For over 30 years in Australia, we have built a reputation for delivering complex systems integration projects that provide proven and advanced capabilities to keep us ahead of today's challenges.
From combat, communications, security and underwater systems to mixed reality, cyber security and deployable health solutions, our extensive portfolio of products and services provide high-technology solutions for defence forces and civil industries across the globe.
Apply today to join our crew and deliver solutions with purpose.
Culture And Benefits
We employ over 1000 Australians and are committed to fostering a culture of excellence and enriching the employee experience.
By joining Saab, you'll be a part of a collaborative and supportive organisation, where your professional growth and work-life balance are emphasised. You'll work within an innovative and vibrant workplace, while having the opportunity to develop a long-term, fulfilling career.
As a valued team member of Saab Australia, you'll access a variety of perks and benefits to support you and your family including:
* 6 weeks paid leave each year
* 13.5% Superannuation
* Free Income Protection Insurance
* Flexible working options
* Access to the Saab shares matching scheme
* Access to MySaab; our online store offering everything from cash back at hundreds of stores to discounts from exclusive partners
For further information about a career at Saab, visit the page adjacent:
Click 'Apply' to submit your CV and cover letter in support of your application. Kindly observe that this is an ongoing recruitment process and in exceptional circumstances, the position might be filled before the closing date of the advertisement. We encourage applications as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
By submitting an application to Saab, you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities including, but not limited to: reference checks, Australian Federal Police check, verification of working rights and qualifications, sanctions screening and a pre-employment medical declaration.
Saab Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders to apply. We also welcome applications from individuals with culturally diverse backgrounds.
Saab Australia is a nationally recognised Veteran Employer of Choice and welcomes the interest of ex-service members, veterans and their families
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Engineering and Information Technology
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Defense and Space Manufacturing, Security and Investigations, and IT Services and IT Consulting
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