This is a Azure/Red Hat Infrastructure Specialist (Security Clearance) role with XPT Software based in Sydney, NSW, AU XPT Software Role Seniority - mid level More about the Azure/Red Hat Infrastructure Specialist (Security Clearance) role at XPT Software Position: Azure/RedHat Infrastructure Specialist Australian Citizen with Security Clearance (Baseline / NV1) Job/Project Description – Tasks to be Performed on a Daily Basis: The Platform Engineer (Infrastructure Specialist) will be responsible for managing the day-to-day health, stability, and performance of the Azure/RedHat-based infrastructure platform. This role will focus on maintaining and supporting virtual machines (RHEL and Windows), patching processes, monitoring integration, backup validation, and general infrastructure lifecycle tasks aligned with Microsoft best practices and client-specific policies. Perform operational support for a production and non-production servers hosted on Microsoft Azure/RedHat. Manage and maintain system availability, performance, and patch compliance using Azure-native tools and automation. Ensure adherence to tagging policies, RBAC controls, NSG configurations, and HA/DR practices as per Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework (CAF). Troubleshoot and resolve infrastructure-related incidents (L2/L3), including those related to VM performance, boot failures, and network reachability. Collaborate with the client’s service desk and change management functions to fulfill service requests and planned changes. Integrate with the existing monitoring framework (Azure Monitor Dynatrace) to ensure platform observability and proactive incident response. Participate in the review and implementation of hardening recommendations, within the boundaries of agreed service scope. Support cloud-native backup and recovery validation activities; raise concerns if protection gaps are identified. Contribute to infrastructure documentation and knowledge base articles to support operational continuity and knowledge transfer. Mandatory Requirements: Must have an active AGSVA Baseline Clearance, preferred to have AGSVA NV1 Clearance or be eligible to obtain one. Must be an Australian Citizen Required Attributes and Skills: 2 years of hands-on experience managing infrastructure in a Microsoft Azure/RedHat environment. Proficiency in supporting both RHEL and Windows Server-based virtual machines. Strong understanding of Azure IaaS services, including virtual machines, storage accounts, load balancers, NSGs, and availability sets/zones. Experience with infrastructure patching using native Azure tools (e.g., Update Management, Azure Automation). Familiarity with monitoring and observability tools, particularly Azure Monitor and Dynatrace. Solid troubleshooting skills across compute, networking, and OS-level issues. Understanding of ITIL processes (incident, change, problem, configuration management). Desirable Qualifications: Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate, Azure DevOps Engineer or equivalent certification. Red Hat Certified: Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) or equivalent Experience working in government or highly regulated environments. Exposure to infrastructure-as-code (IaC) using Terraform or ARM templates. Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the XPT Software team will be there to support your growth. Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined Key Responsibilities ⚙️ Performing operational support Managing system availability ️ Troubleshooting incidents Key Strengths ☁️ Azure IaaS services ️ RHEL and Windows Server support Troubleshooting skills Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) ️ Infrastructure-as-code (IaC) exposure Why XPT Software is partnering with Hatch on this role. Hatch exists to level the playing field for people as they discover a career that’s right for them. So when you apply you have the chance to show more than just your resume. A Final Note: This is a role with XPT Software not with Hatch.