Job Description
This role is part of a federal government cyber program office, focused on delivering secure and scalable information communication technology solutions.
The team operates in a fast-paced environment with high technical complexity and values collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
About the Role
The deputy chief engineer provides technical leadership across multiple product teams, supporting the delivery of secure and reliable systems.
This role bridges engineering execution and strategic oversight, overseeing cybersecurity operations, test and evaluation, and architectural guidance.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide architectural and design guidance for a suite of ICT products
* Lead cybersecurity and test & evaluation functions
* Support DevSecOps practices and release processes
* Mentor junior engineers in areas such as virtualisation, containerisation, and secure development
* Investigate technical incidents and emerging technologies, providing advice to senior leadership
* Review and approve product designs in line with assurance frameworks
* Contribute to documentation, reporting, and stakeholder engagement
Requirements
* Degree in Engineering (Software Engineering preferred), Computer Science, or IT
* SAFe Practitioner certification (can be completed upon engagement)
* Experience with DevSecOps, CI/CD pipelines, and secure software development
* Strong background in Windows/Linux environments, virtualisation, and containerisation
* Network engineering knowledge, including SDN and security practices
* Experience in software testing and evaluation, including tools like Zephyr Squads
* Familiarity with Australian Government security frameworks (e.g., ISM)
* Department of Defence experience