Senior Cloud Engineer: Secure AWS, Zero Trust & CNAPP

Showtime Consulting; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 130,000; Part time

Job summary

A trusted provider of cloud solutions is looking for a Senior Cloud Engineer to architect secure AWS infrastructure for national security initiatives. This role requires expertise in cloud and DevOps, with a focus on implementing Zero Trust Architecture. The successful candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams, optimising AWS services for performance and security, while working closely with government clients. The position offers a long-term contract with initial terms starting in January 2026.

Qualifications

• Experience in cloud infrastructure, DevOps, or site reliability engineering focused on AWS.
• Proficiency in scripting for automation.
• Familiarity with Azure Active Directory and hybrid cloud integration.

Responsibilities

• Architect and design AWS infrastructure to meet requirements.
• Collaborate with teams to optimise AWS services.
• Implement CNAPP/SASE tooling across platforms.
• Deliver Proof of Concepts and replicate environments.

Skills

Cloud infrastructure expertise

DevOps

Zero Trust Architecture

CNAPP/SASE tooling

Communication skills

Tools

AWS

Infrastructure-as-code tools

Azure

Job description

A trusted provider of cloud solutions is looking for a Senior Cloud Engineer to architect secure AWS infrastructure for national security initiatives. This role requires expertise in cloud and DevOps, with a focus on implementing Zero Trust Architecture. The successful candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams, optimising AWS services for performance and security, while working closely with government clients. The position offers a long-term contract with initial terms starting in January 2026.