Defence Cloud Solutions Architect Leader, ANZ

Amazon Web Services (AWS); Canberra; On-site; AUD 260,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Web Services Australia Pty Ltd is seeking a Defence Solutions Architecture leader in Australia to head a high‑calibre team of senior solutions architects. You will guide engagements with Defence customers, translate mission requirements into secure, compliant cloud designs, and drive strategic directions for capabilities across the Defence landscape.

You will work closely with stakeholders to ensure delivery excellence, build a capable, trusted team, and maintain credibility within the

Qualifications

• Experience managing a technical team of solution architects or similar
• Experience building and operating a cloud-based architecture
• Familiarity with the Australian Defence Organisation and Defence Industrial Base, with relevant experience
• Working knowledge of Australian Government security policy, including the Essential Eight and IRAP

Responsibilities

• Build, grow, and develop a high-performing team of senior solutions architects — hiring and retaining strong talent, coaching your people, and investing in their career growth.
• Set the strategic direction for your solutions architecture team, prioritising AWS investment for Defence customer impact.
• Lead as a player-coach — guiding the team on complex engagements while delivering directly to customers when needed.
• Build enduring, trust-based relationships with senior Defence stakeholders and understand their mission and priorities.
• Translate Defence mission requirements into cloud architectures addressing security, compliance, and cost, including alignment with Essential Eight and IRAP.
• Collaborate with account, service, and security teams to remove blockers and align with AWS objectives.
• Establish processes that enable your team to operate independently and improve delivery outcomes.

Skills

Team leadership

Cloud architecture

Defence familiarity

IRAP/Essential Eight

Job description

Amazon Web Services Australia Pty Ltd is seeking a Defence Solutions Architecture leader in Australia to head a high‑calibre team of senior solutions architects. You will guide engagements with Defence customers, translate mission requirements into secure, compliant cloud designs, and drive strategic directions for capabilities across the Defence landscape.

You will work closely with stakeholders to ensure delivery excellence, build a capable, trusted team, and maintain credibility within the