Cloud Architect

Southern Cross University; Lismore City Council; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Southern Cross University is undergoing a bold transformation to reshape learning, research, and community engagement through modern, secure, and scalable technology.

We are building a high-impact technology organisation where cloud sits at the heart of this evolution, and we seek a Cloud Architect to lead design, implementation, and governance of cloud infrastructure strategies across a hybrid multi-cloud environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience designing enterprise-grade cloud architectures across multiple platforms.
• Experience in Azure, AWS and GCP with strong security and governance focus.
• Automation and scripting capabilities using Terraform, Python and PowerShell.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, implementation and governance of cloud infrastructure strategies.
• Drive cloud adoption and modernization across a hybrid multi-cloud environment.
• Collaborate with portfolios, vendors and governance bodies to shape future-ready cloud solutions.

Skills

Cloud architecture

Multi-cloud

DevOps leadership

Terraform

Python scripting

Powershell scripting

Stakeholder engagement

Education

AWS Solutions Architect

Azure Solutions Architect Expert

Tertiary qualifications in IT

Tools

Terraform

Bicep

PowerShell

Python

Job description

• Lead cloud transformation across Azure, AWS, and GCP platforms
• Architect secure, scalable cloud infrastructure solutions
• Drive automation, governance, and innovation university-wide

Be Bold. Belong. Be More.

At Southern Cross University, we do things differently, and so can you.

A career with us is more than you might expect. Yes, it's about the heart, connectedness and community you'd hope for in a regional university. But there's also so much more. Our game changing brings a deeper, focused learning experience and our research is deeply connected to our regions, making a difference on a global scale. This is your chance to help us build something new and meaningful for our students, our communities and your career. To drive change, make a real impact, and thrive in a place as unique as you.

You can be good anywhere. Here, you can be great.

Your opportunity

Southern Cross University is on a bold transformation journey, reshaping the future of learning, research, and community engagement through modern, secure, and scalable technology.

As part of this, we're building a high-impact technology organisation that thrives on innovation, collaboration, and emerging tech, and cloud is at the heart of this evolution.

We're seeking a Cloud Architect to lead the design, implementation, and governance of cloud infrastructure strategies across our hybrid multi-cloud environment. This role will shape the University's cloud-first future, enabling high-performing, resilient, and secure IT services that power our academic and operational goals.

Reporting to the Enterprise Architect, you'll work across teams and portfolios to drive enterprise-scale cloud adoption, automation, and innovation

You will make an impact by:

• Designing enterprise-grade cloud architectures across Azure, AWS, and GCP, aligned with strategic goals, security, and operational excellence
• Driving cloud transformation and modernization, including migration planning, legacy uplift, and hybrid deployment optimization
• Championing cloud governance and cost optimization, ensuring compliance with security, privacy, and regulatory standards
• Leading DevOps and automation practices through infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform), with automation scripting in Python and Powershell
• Collaborating across portfolios, engaging stakeholders, vendors, and governance bodies to shape future-ready cloud solutions

What You Will Bring

You're a strategic and technically adept cloud expert with a passion for designing scalable, secure infrastructure that powers transformation. You thrive in complex, multi-cloud environments and enjoy collaborating across teams to turn enterprise strategy into resilient cloud solutions.

To succeed in this role, you will also need:

• Extensive cloud expertise backed by tertiary qualifications and certifications such as AWS Solutions Architect and Azure Solutions Architect Expert
• Proven experience in multi-cloud environments, with strong knowledge of cloud infrastructure, data modelling, and ERP/LMS integration
• Strong automation and scripting skills, with hands-on experience suing Terraform, Python, Bicep and Powershell and DevOps practices
• Leadership in cloud governance, vendor management, and enterprise strategy alignment in complex environments
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with a focus on agile delivery, stakeholder engagement, and continuous improvement

Why Southern Cross University

SCU is proudly a regional university, young, small and vibrant. That means you'll find more exposure, opportunity and ownership - to grow, achieve and build a career that means more. And you'll do it alongside passionate people and leaders who go the extra mile to help you succeed. A career with us is about more than just work. It's about place, community and the life you want to live. With three main campuses at the , and the region of NSW, we're integral to all these wonderful communities. Find your place and be more in this beautiful part of the world.

Your opportunity is:

• Full-time, continuing (permanent)
• Located at either Coffs Harbour, NSW 2450, Gold Coast, QLD 4225, or Lismore, NSW 2480. Relocation assistance is available, making it easier to join our regional communities
• The level of appointment will be commensurate with the candidate's qualifications, skills and experience.

You will enjoy a range of perks designed to support your wellbeing, growth and work-life balance. For more information on our benefits and what it's like to work at SCU, visit

Be more with Southern Cross University today

Southern Cross University values potential as much as experience. If you do not meet all the listed requirements but are excited about the role and confident you can contribute, we encourage you or reach out for more information.

Name:Vivian Cormier

Email: [e-mail]

Applications close 11.30pm AEST 30 September 2026

Eligible applicants must have Australian or New Zealand citizenship, Australian permanent residency or current working rights in Australia for the entire duration of the appointment. Employer visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Southern Cross University celebrates the rich diversity of our regions and international community. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that welcomes and values people of all backgrounds. We encourage applications from people of all genders, ethnicities, ages, languages, sexual orientations, and people with disabilities. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process to ensure every candidate can fully participate. For any support through the recruitment process reach out to #All