Enterprise Architect

Aurec Group; Canberra; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave

Professional development

Wellbeing program

Job summary

Aurec Group is seeking an experienced Enterprise Architect to partner with executive leadership and shape organisation-wide strategy across campuses in Canberra. Lead EA across business, information, application and technology domains to drive digital transformation and simplify complexity within a multi-site education environment.

You will chair the Architecture Review Board, guide major technology investments, and uplift EA maturity across hybrid and cloud infrastructure while embedding

Qualifications

• Experience leading enterprise architecture across business, data, application and technology domains.
• Proven track record setting up complex EA in large-scale or multi-site environments (education preferred).
• Strong executive stakeholder engagement, strategic vision and ability to simplify complexity.

Responsibilities

• Define strategic architectural direction, roadmaps, and governance across domains.
• Chair Architecture Review Board and advise on major technology investments.
• Establish and uplift EA maturity across hybrid and cloud infrastructure.
• Modernise the technology landscape by phasing out legacy systems and maximising Microsoft stack value.
• Architect robust data governance and privacy controls for sensitive information.
• Embed cyber security principles using Essential Eight in architectural designs.

Skills

Executive stakeholder mgmt

Strategic planning

Cyber security basics

Education

TOGAF or SABSA certification

Experience in Education or multi-site environments

Tools

Microsoft Azure

Microsoft 365

Essential Eight controls

Job description

Our client is seeking an experienced Enterprise Architect to partner directly with executive leadership and the Chief Information Officer to shape organisation-wide strategy, guide major technology investments, and establish architectural foundations for a prominent education provider. You will Lead enterprise architecture across business, information, application, and technology domains to drive digital transformation, reduce complexity, and foster a sustainable "One System" approach across multiple campuses.

What's on offer:

• Salary: Highly Competitive Remuneration Package + Salary Packaging options (including Novated Leasing)
• Location & Flexibility: Canberra ACT (Canberra-based role with flexible / hybrid working arrangements)
• Key Benefits: Up to 24 weeks paid parental leave, support for professional development/certifications, and access to a comprehensive Employee Wellbeing Program.

Australian Citizens are preferred for this position, Permanent Residents with full working rights in Australia will also be considered. Candidates must possess (or be eligible to obtain prior to commencement) standard Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) and Working With Children Checks.

Your primary responsibilities include:

• Define strategic architectural direction, roadmaps, and governance frameworks across business, data, application, and technology domains.
• Chair the Architecture Review Board (ARB) and provide authoritative advice on major technology investments, emerging capabilities, and enterprise platforms.
• Establish and uplift Enterprise Architecture (EA) maturity across hybrid (on-premises) and cloud infrastructure.
• Modernise the technology landscape by progressively phasing out legacy systems while maximising value across the Microsoft technology stack.
• Architect robust data governance and privacy controls to ensure the safe, compliant handling of sensitive personal information.
• Embed cyber security principles into architectural designs, leveraging frameworks such as the Essential Eight to safeguard critical data and systems.

To be successful in this position, you will ideally bring:

• Technical Toolkit: Deep expertise across the Microsoft technology stack, hybrid and cloud environments, cyber security controls (Essential Eight), and enterprise frameworks (TOGAF or SABSH certified/experienced).
• Experience: Proven track record as an Enterprise Architect setting up complex, large-scale enterprise architecture, with essential domain experience within Education or multi-site enterprise environments.
• Core Capabilities: Exceptional executive stakeholder engagement, strategic vision, and the ability to bring clarity to complex challenges while inspiring enterprise thinking.