Senior Technical Specialist - QLDGJP00012516

BLACKROC Contingent Pty Ltd; Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

2 days WFH

Job summary

BLACKROC Recruitment seeks a Senior ICT Technical Officer for a Brisbane-based contract role to support Azure-based and hybrid infrastructure. You will lead automation efforts, manage Azure and VMware environments, and drive reliable service delivery in a predominantly Windows environment with some Linux expertise.

The role emphasizes automation, patching, backup/recovery, and incident management, with a strong focus on customer service and continuous improvement. 2 days WFH is available.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience with Azure-based and hybrid infrastructure.
• Extensive experience administering Windows Server environments, with Linux experience.
• Strong automation experience using PowerShell, JSON and Bicep.
• Experience developing and maintaining Azure DevOps pipelines.
• Experience managing virtual environments across Azure and VMware.
• Automated patching experience using SCCM or Azure Update Manager.
• Backup and recovery experience using Azure Recovery Services Vaults and Veeam.
• Experience with Azure Monitor and Active Directory administration.
• Experience managing the full server lifecycle.
• Advanced incident management and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Build, manage and support Azure-based and hybrid infrastructure.
• Automate infrastructure and operational tasks using PowerShell, JSON and Bicep.
• Develop and maintain Azure DevOps pipelines for infrastructure and automation.
• Manage virtual environments across Azure and VMware.
• Implement and maintain automated patching for Windows and Linux using SCCM or Azure Update Manager.
• Manage backup and recovery solutions, including Azure Recovery Services Vaults and Veeam.
• Monitor systems and respond to alerts using Azure Monitor.
• Administer Active Directory and identity-integrated services.
• Manage the full server lifecycle, including build, patch, upgrade and decommission.
• Lead incident and problem resolution, with a focus on automation and reliability.
• Provide expert advice to staff at all levels.
• Identify service gaps and opportunities, then help develop and evaluate solutions.
• Manage and coordinate minor infrastructure projects.
• Work collaboratively across the team and support a culture of quality customer service and continuous improvement.

Skills

Azure-based infrastructure

Windows Server administration

Linux administration

Automation (PowerShell)

JSON

Bicep

Azure DevOps pipelines

VMware management

Incident management

Stakeholder communication

Tools

Azure DevOps

PowerShell

JSON

Bicep

SCCM

Azure Update Manager

Veeam

Azure Monitor

Active Directory

VMware

Job description

Senior Technical Specialist - QLDGJP00012516

Duration: Initial contract till February 2027 + possible extension
Location: Brisbane
Work Arrangements: 2 days WFH
Company Overview
BLACKROC is partnering with a Queensland Government department to recruit a Senior ICT Technical Officer, Secure Infrastructure.
Role Purpose
Join a seven-person Server Team supporting a large, complex environment that is predominantly Microsoft Windows, with some Linux. You’ll build, automate and support Azure-based and hybrid infrastructure, take a leading role in resolving problems, and make services more reliable for the people who depend on them.
Key Responsibilities

• Build, manage and support Azure-based and hybrid infrastructure
• Automate infrastructure and operational tasks using PowerShell, JSON and Bicep
• Develop and maintain Azure DevOps pipelines for infrastructure and automation
• Manage virtual environments across Azure and VMware
• Implement and maintain automated patching for Windows and Linux using SCCM or Azure Update Manager
• Manage backup and recovery solutions, including Azure Recovery Services Vaults and Veeam
• Monitor systems and respond to alerts using Azure Monitor
• Administer Active Directory and identity-integrated services
• Manage the full server lifecycle, including build, patch, upgrade and decommission
• Lead incident and problem resolution, with a focus on automation and reliability
• Provide expert advice to staff at all levels
• Identify service gaps and opportunities, then help develop and evaluate solutions
• Manage and coordinate minor infrastructure projects
• Work collaboratively across the team and support a culture of quality customer service and continuous improvement

Required Skills & Experience

• Extensive experience with Azure-based and hybrid infrastructure
• Extensive experience administering Windows Server environments, with Linux experience
• Strong automation experience using PowerShell, JSON and Bicep
• Experience developing and maintaining Azure DevOps pipelines
• Experience managing virtual environments across Azure and VMware
• Automated patching experience using SCCM or Azure Update Manager
• Backup and recovery experience using Azure Recovery Services Vaults and Veeam
• Experience with Azure Monitor and Active Directory administration
• Experience managing the full server lifecycle
• Advanced incident management and problem-solving skills
• Ability to plan work, meet timeframes and take personal responsibility for quality outcomes
• Ability to explain complex issues clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Strong stakeholder relationship skills and a commitment to customer service

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

• Experience coordinating minor infrastructure projects
• A track record of identifying service gaps and proposing improvements
• Experience supporting large, complex enterprise environments

At BLACKROC Recruitment, we are committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds, including those with lived experiences. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please don’t hesitate to reach out to the above-mentioned BLACKROC Consultant.