About the Role
As the Technical SME for Google Distributed Cloud (GDC) Air‐Gapped, you will lead the design, build and secure deployment of GDC infrastructure within a highly restricted, offline environment. This is a hands‐on delivery role focused on architecture, Infrastructure‐as‐Code (IaC), Kubernetes engineering, compliance, and deterministic deployment workflows.
You'll work closely with cloud, security, network, and vendor stakeholders to meet project milestones and deliver a reliable, secure, and compliant platform aligned with government standards.
Key Responsibilities
* Design end-to-end GDC Air‐Gapped (Kubernetes) cluster, platform and network architecture aligned to offline constraints.
* Build and package Terraform modules (Kubernetes provider – GDC), Kubernetes manifests, and policy bundles for fully offline deployment.
* Configure and deploy GDC components, including GKE Enterprise clusters, Anthos services, and private registries, using deterministic pipelines.
* Establish and maintain disconnected CI/CD workflows and private registries (container images, Helm charts, Terraform modules).
* Conduct SIT/UAT, controlled environment builds, cluster lifecycle validation and upgrade procedures.
* Ensure alignment with PSPF, ISM, Essential Eight and internal governance requirements.
* Produce clear and comprehensive documentation including Detailed Designs, runbooks, testing artefacts and handover materials.
* Collaborate with security, cloud, networking and third‐party vendors to remove blockers and drive project delivery.
Skills & Experience
* Proven hands‐on experience with Google Cloud, GKE Enterprise, and Anthos.
* Strong capability in Terraform and IaC engineering for offline or air‐gapped environments.
* Deep Kubernetes engineering experience across cluster creation, upgrades, node image pipelines, and GitOps/ACM—especially in disconnected environments.
* Strong understanding of offline CI/CD, private registries and mirrored repositories.
* Working knowledge of PSPF, ISM and the Essential Eight.
* Experience with comparable hybrid‐cloud solutions (Azure Stack, AWS Outposts) is beneficial but not essential.
Benefits
* Work on a flagship, nationally significant secure‐tech program.
* Competitive salary + benefits, with structured learning and certifications.
* Inclusive, supportive team culture that values innovation, diversity and growth.
* Access to global expertise and cutting‐edge technology ecosystems.
Eligibility
* Australian Citizenship is mandatory due to security and environment requirements.
* Due to the security requirement of the role NV1 Security clearance is a requirement.
* Candidates with Baseline clearance ready to move to NV1 Security level may be considered for the role.
* This role is based onsite in Ballarat, 5 days per week.
Must be willing to work onsite 5 days per week.
Locations
Ballarat
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement for Australia and New Zealand
Our organization is committed to providing equal employment opportunity and ensuring a fair and inclusive selection process. Discrimination on the basis of age, disability status, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, religion, or sexual orientation is not tolerated.
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