NV1 Cleared Solutions Architect

Kinetic IT; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid options

Flexible hours

Mobility and part-time roles

Health and wellness resources

Job summary

Kinetic IT is seeking an NV1-cleared Solutions Architect to collaborate with a client on projects spanning networks, cloud and infrastructure design. The role emphasizes stakeholder management, thorough documentation and HDL exposure.

Key duties include designing cloud, infrastructure, network, security and connectivity solutions, assessing environments, and guiding engineers to ensure alignment with the architecture throughout delivery.

Qualifications

• NV1 clearance and proven track record as a Solutions Architect.
• HDL exposure.
• Documentation skills across architecture deliverables.
• Azure / Microsoft 365 familiarity.
• FortiNET firewall and network experience.
• Cloud infrastructure design and implementation.
• SED, DLD and Documentation

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

NV1 clearance

Solutions architecture

HDL exposure

Documentation skills

Azure / Microsoft 365

FortiNET firewall

Cloud infrastructure

Stakeholder management

Job description

About The Role

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.