NV1 Cleared Solutions Architect

Kinetic IT; Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid options

Flexible hours

Employee discounts platform

Discounted gym membership

Job summary

Kinetic IT is seeking an NV1 cleared Solutions Architect to work across networks, cloud and infrastructure design. You will engage clients, design solutions, document architectures and guide delivery with engineers to ensure alignment with the agreed framework.

The role requires HDL exposure, strong documentation skills, and experience with Azure/Microsoft 365 and FortiNET. Hybrid work options are available across Australia, supporting collaboration with diverse stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Proven track record as a Solutions Architect.
• NV1 clearance to support client environment.
• HDL exposure.
• Strong documentation skills.
• Experience with Azure / Microsoft 365.
• FortiNET firewall and network experience.
• Cloud infrastructure design experience.
• SED, DLD and documentation proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Client engagement to understand current and future needs.
• Design cloud, infrastructure, network, security and connectivity solutions.
• Assess environments and develop technical roadmap/architecture.
• Create architecture diagrams and high-level designs.
• Collaborate with engineers to guide implementation.
• Explain solutions to stakeholders and manage requirements.
• Stay involved through delivery to ensure alignment with architecture.

Skills

Solutions architecture

Stakeholder management

Documentation

Cloud design

Tools

Azure

Microsoft 365

FortiNET

Cloud Infrastructure

Job description

Kinetic IT is looking for an NV1 cleared Solutions Architect to work closely with one of their clients on a number of projects from networks, cloud and infrastructure design. The role will involve excellent stakeholder management, documentation and HDL exposure.

Responsibilities will include:

• Client engagement: Understand the client’s existing environment, requirements and future needs.
• Solution & architecture design: Design cloud, infrastructure, network, security and connectivity solutions.
• Assess existing environments and develop the technical roadmap/architecture.
• Technical documentation: Architecture diagrams, high-level designs and technical documentation.
• Engineering collaboration: Work closely with infrastructure/network engineers to guide implementation and resolve technical issues.
• Stakeholder management: Explain technical solutions to clients and manage technical requirements throughout delivery.
• Project delivery: Remain involved through implementation to ensure the solution aligns with the agreed architecture.

What you’ll bring to the table:

• Proven track record as a Solutions Architect
• Cleared to NV1 level to support our client environment
• HDL experience
• Documentation skills
• Azure / Microsoft 365
• FortiNET firewall and network
• Cloud Infrastructure
• SED, DLD and Documentation

About Kinetic IT

Kinetic IT is a leading Australian IT services provider specialising in Intelligent Workplace, Cloud, Cyber Security, Digital Infrastructure and IT Service Management. We are unlocking the potential of technology to enrich lives of Australian communities. For more than 25 years, we’ve partnered with some of Australia’s most important organisations, helping them deliver essential services relied upon by our communities including government, critical infrastructure, education, law enforcement, defence, emergency services, utilities, and transport.

Be You, Create the Future

At Kinetic IT, we’re driven by a shared passion for technology, customer success, and community impact. With over 1,500 talented people working across Australia, we deliver world-class capabilities with a local touch – helping shape the future of tech, here and beyond. We value individuality and foster an inclusive culture where you’re safe to be your best, real self. We tackle challenges together, celebrate success together, and make sure everyone feels valued, supported, and proud of the work they do. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome people of all abilities, backgrounds, cultures, and genders. We’re proud to be an Indigenous and Veteran-friendly employer.

The Kinetic IT Difference

• Growth-focused culture – Formal training, mentoring, vendor exam support, communities of practice and regular development reviews.
• Advance your career – Access new roles via our internal ‘Opportunity Marketplace’ careers hub.
• Flex your work – Hybrid options, flexible hours, mobility and part-time roles (customer needs permitting).
• Celebrate together – Social events, cultural celebrations, end-of-year functions and more.
• Wellbeing matters – Health and wellness resources, tailored leave and support options and EAP access.
• Other Perks- Access to our employee discounts platform, discounted gym membership and more.