Solutions Architect

Kinetic IT; Canberra; Hybrid; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinetic IT in Canberra seeks a Solution Architect to provide technical leadership and architectural governance across a diverse enterprise technology portfolio. The role will shape solution direction, guide decisions and support lifecycle planning and risk management.

Citizenship and an AGSVA Security Clearance (NV2) are required. You will work across technical and business teams to deliver secure, sustainable and fit-for-purpose technology and engage stakeholders to align solutions with

Qualifications

• Experience designing and supporting enterprise technology solutions.
• Strong skills in architecture, integration and complex problem solving.
• Experience across multiple domains in large environments.
• Understanding of lifecycle management, security, compliance and risk.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Provide architectural leadership across enterprise applications.
• Define solution direction and governance for technical decisions.
• Lead or contribute to complex technical investigations and major incidents.
• Develop technology roadmaps, lifecycle plans and modernization strategies.
• Identify architectural risks, security requirements and compliance obligations.
• Support onboarding, transition and integration of applications and services.
• Contribute to service improvement and platform uplift initiatives.
• Engage with stakeholders to align technology with objectives.

Skills

Solution design

Systems integration

Stakeholder engagement

Security & risk

Governance

Government experience

Job description

Job no: WWREQ0035548
Employment type: Full Time
Location: Canberra
Categories: Architecture

We are seeking Expressions of Interest for a Solution Architect to provide technical leadership and architectural governance across a diverse and complex enterprise technology portfolio.

In this influential role, you will shape solution direction, guide technical decision-making and support lifecycle planning, risk management and modernisation initiatives. Working across technical and business teams, you will help deliver secure, sustainable and fit-for-purpose technology outcomes aligned with organisational objectives.

Citizenship and an AGSVA Security Clearance (NV2) is required.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide architectural leadership, technical guidance and governance across enterprise applications.
• Define solution direction and support informed technical decision-making.
• Lead or contribute to complex technical investigations and major incident resolution.
• Develop technology roadmaps, lifecycle plans and modernisation strategies.
• Identify and address architectural risks, security requirements and compliance obligations.
• Support the onboarding, transition and integration of applications and technology services.
• Contribute to service improvement and platform uplift initiatives.
• Engage with technical and business stakeholders to align technology solutions with strategic and operational objectives.

Skills & Experience

• Demonstrated experience designing, integrating and supporting enterprise technology solutions.
• Strong capability in solution architecture, systems integration and complex problem-solving.
• Experience working across multiple technology domains in large or complex environments.
• Sound understanding of technology lifecycle management, security, compliance and risk.
• Excellent communication, consultation and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts for varied audiences.
• A collaborative approach and the ability to influence technical outcomes across multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience in Government, critical infrastructure, regulated or operationally complex environments is highly regarded.

Be You, Create the Future

Kinetic IT is a leading Australian technology services provider delivering Intelligent Workplace, Cloud, Cyber Security, Digital Infrastructure and IT Service Management solutions.

For more than 30 years, we have helped organisations across government, critical infrastructure, education, defence, emergency services, utilities and transport modernise platforms, strengthen cyber resilience and deliver reliable services to Australian communities.

Join more than 1,400 talented people in an inclusive, supportive culture where you can be yourself, grow your career and deliver technology outcomes that make a meaningful difference. We welcome people of all abilities, backgrounds, cultures and genders, and are 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.
• 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.