Contract And Management Payment System Administration Officer

the original; Canberra; In loco; AUD 110.000 - 140.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Leidos Australia is seeking a Core Services Engineer to operate and optimise Windows-based enterprise services within a highly secure client environment. The role is 100% onsite in Melbourne or Canberra, focusing on design, administration and continuous improvement of critical infrastructure.

You will collaborate with cyber security, infrastructure and software teams to deliver trusted technology solutions, develop PowerShell automation, and maintain documentation for operations and deployment

Competenze

• Experience administering Windows Server in medium to large enterprise environments.
• Working knowledge of Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS and DHCP.
• Experience supporting VMware vCenter and virtualised server infrastructure, including provisioning and lifecycle management.
• Exposure to security hardening, patching, monitoring and operational support activities.

Mansioni

• Design, administer and support enterprise Windows Server platforms, AD services, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP and related management systems in secure environments.
• Build, maintain and optimise virtualised infrastructure hosted on VMware platforms with emphasis on availability and security.
• Implement automation and SOPs to improve operational efficiency and service quality, and document procedures for operations teams.

Conoscenze

Windows Server administration

Active Directory & DNS management

Group Policy

PowerShell scripting

IT security hardening

Root cause analysis

Technical documentation

Collaborative work

Strumenti

VMware vCenter

PowerShell

Automation tools

Descrizione del lavoro

About Leidos Australia

At Leidos Australia, our work goes beyond a job title. We design, build, operate and support the systems, services and capabilities that help protect and advance the Australian way of life.

Backed by a global organisation of more than 40,000 people, our Australian team of around 2,000 has partnered with government, defence and national security customers for more than 30 years. We deliver mission‑critical solutions where reliability, trust and purpose matter.

Leidos is a destination for people who want their work to have purpose, their contribution to be recognised, and their career to grow without needing to fit a single mould. Meaningful work is supported by benefits, flexibility and career pathways that help you grow while balancing life outside work. This includes:

• Flex Your Way – Tailor work to your life with options including Life Days (up to 12 extra days off per year), part‑time arrangements, job sharing, and compressed hours.
• Wellbeing That Matters – Free access to Headspace and MeQuilibrium, plus dedicated wellness spaces to support your mental, physical, and emotional wellbeing.
• Learn Without Limits – Access over 120,000 on‑demand courses, alongside technical, project management, leadership, and professional development opportunities.
• Work That Makes an Impact – Contribute to nationally significant projects that matter, solve complex challenges, and accelerate your career through unique growth opportunities.
• Build Your Future – Whether you’re deepening technical expertise or preparing for leadership, we’ll invest in your development every step of the way.
• And Much More – These are just a few of the ways we invest in our people and help them thrive.

About the Team

You’ll join a team where people work with integrity, inclusion, innovation, agility, collaboration and commitment. In practice, that means sharing ownership, solving complex problems together and staying connected to the customer context, the purpose behind the work and how each role contributes to meaningful outcomes.

The Mission Software Solutions business delivers customised and off‑the‑shelf software solutions to Defence, Intelligence and other Government sectors. The business also builds capabilities that can be used for a wide range of applications in both traditional and non‑traditional environments; providing leadership in the advancement of technological modernisation of complex enterprises within Government.

The Opportunity

You will be joining a high‑profile programme, with a highly secure client environment. As a Core Services Engineer, you will be responsible for the operation, performance and continuous improvement of Windows‑based enterprise services supporting secure customer environments. Due to the client environment and nature of the work, this position is required to be performed 100% onsite in either Melbourne or Canberra.

In this role, you will:

• Design, administer and support enterprise Windows Server platforms, Active Directory services, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP and supporting management systems across secure environments.
• Build, maintain and optimise virtualised infrastructure hosted on VMware platforms, ensuring availability, resilience, performance and security requirements are achieved.
• Implement automation, standard operating procedures and infrastructure improvements that enhance operational efficiency, platform stability and service quality.
• Collaborate with cyber security specialists, infrastructure engineers, software teams and customer stakeholders to deliver trusted and supportable technology solutions.

About You

We are looking for someone who brings judgement, curiosity and a collaborative approach to work that matters. You are an experienced Windows Infrastructure Engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges and maintaining reliable enterprise services in mission‑critical environments.

Essential

• Experience administering and supporting Windows Server environments within medium to large enterprise environments.
• Working knowledge of Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP and identity management services.
• Experience supporting VMware vCenter and virtualised server infrastructure, including provisioning, maintenance and lifecycle management.
• Exposure to security hardening, patching, monitoring and operational support activities within enterprise environments.
• Ability to develop and maintain PowerShell scripts, or similar automation solutions, to improve operational efficiency.
• Capability to investigate technical issues, perform root‑cause analysis and resolve infrastructure incidents across complex environments.
• Experience producing technical documentation, implementation guides and operational procedures.
• Effective collaboration skills, with the ability to work across technical teams, project stakeholders and service delivery personnel.

Location & Security Clearance

This role requires the successful applicant to be an Australian citizen and hold, and maintain, a TSPV clearance. Applicants may also need to meet International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) requirements.