2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Azooa is proud to partner with Services Australia, one of the nation's largest and most influential government agencies, to deliver transformative digital infrastructure.
We're seeking an experienced and driven Senior OpenShift Administrator who thrives in dynamic, high-impact environments.
You'll play a crucial role in modernising critical services that support millions of Australians.As a digital-first organisation, Azooa is laser-focused on helping government clients succeed with top-tier digital delivery talent.
We keep it simple for you: no long forms, no ambiguity, just meaningful projects and unmatched support.
Apply today with LinkedIn Easy Apply and discover how we make contracting smarter and smoother.Start Date: Tuesday, 1 July 2025Initial Duration: 12 monthsExtension Potential: Up to an additional 24 monthsWork Location: Canberra, Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, AdelaideWork Arrangement: Hybrid – minimum 6 weeks onsite before Work From Home flexibility is consideredWeekly Hours: Up to 40 hoursSecurity Requirement: Must be eligible to obtain Negative Vetting Level 1 (NV1) clearanceExperience Level: EL1 equivalentOn-call Expectation: Only in rare or extenuating circumstancesThis is more than just a support role — you'll take ownership of the infrastructure that underpins essential digital services across Australia.
Your daily work will shape the performance, resilience, and security of a major government tech platform.Design, deploy, manage, and troubleshoot Red Hat OpenShift and other Kubernetes clusters in large, enterprise environmentsEnsure clusters are scalable, resilient, and performing at peak efficiencyOversee cluster upgrades, configuration management, and resource allocationSupport DevOps teams by automating deployments using CI/CD pipelines and GitOps workflowsImplement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Ansible, Terraform, or HelmAssist in scaling and managing containerised services across OpenShift environmentsApply best practices in Kubernetes/OpenShift security, including RBAC, vulnerability scanning, and secure networkingEnsure compliance with government standards such as the Information Security Manual (ISM) and Essential 8Monitor systems proactively to identify risk and performance issuesLead OpenShift implementation efforts across multi-disciplinary teamsMentor junior engineers and foster knowledge sharingEngage with developers, architects, and business stakeholders to align infrastructure outcomes with strategic goalsMaintain thorough documentation of infrastructure, tools, and processes What You BringBachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related fieldOR5+ years of continuous ICT experience and 3+ years of large-scale Kubernetes environment experienceAt least 5 years in systems administration, with deep experience managing OpenShift/Kubernetes environmentsProven capability in networking, security, storage, and container management within complex platformsExperience working in government or highly regulated industries with alignment to frameworks like ISM and Essential 8Red Hat Certified Specialist in OpenShift Administration — or willingness to obtain within 3–6 monthsCertifications in cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google CloudCertified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA), or willingness to earn this within 6 monthsFamiliarity with modern DevOps tools and practices:AnsiblePython and Bash scriptingGit? About the Organisation – Services AustraliaServices Australia is on the frontline of delivering essential services to Australians — from Medicare and Centrelink to the digital identity and payments infrastructure that supports the nation.As one of the largest government agencies in the country, the department is driving a multi-year transformation with an ambitious goal: to become a global leader in digital service delivery.
To do this, they need skilled specialists like you to strengthen their platforms, modernise operations, and ensure service reliability at scale.You'll be joining a passionate and talented community of professionals, engineers, and public servants working across cutting-edge cloud, automation, and DevOps technologies.Azooa is not your average tech consultancy.
We're a Canberra-grown powerhouse with a mission to help government agencies thrive in the digital age — and we're just getting started.
We place highly capable professionals on high-impact projects while making sure they're respected, supported, and set up for long-term success.When you contract through Azooa, you can expect: Fast, friendly onboarding and real conversations — no red tape Help with pitch writing, selection criteria and navigating complex government procurement processes Ongoing career support — we check in, we listen, and we actually care Opportunities to upskill — we back you in earning certifications like CKA, AWS, and Red Hat A real community — we love pairing great people with meaningful work Let's Build Better Digital — TogetherIf you're an experienced infrastructure professional ready to lead, influence, and deliver secure cloud-native platforms for the public good, this is your moment.Click Easy Apply now and join Azooa — where digital excellence meets meaningful impact.
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