System Administrator

Vertical Scope Group

Canberra

On-site

AUD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Birthday day off

Additional super contributions

Flexible, part-time & remote work

Generous Defence leave

Paid industry events & annual company

Funded upskilling & certifications

Diverse programs and secure projects

fortnightly payments

Job summary

Vertical Scope Group is seeking TSPV-cleared professionals for growth into Senior Database Administrator roles in Canberra, ACT. Join a security-cleared ICT and Cyber specialist with funded training and pathways to permanent positions with Government and Defence partners.

We support your progression with mentoring, hands-on experience, and structured development from entry-level to senior roles, including access to training and certifications.

Qualifications

Strong technical foundation with a drive to grow into Senior Database Administrator.
Ability to learn quickly in Government/Defence ICT environments.

Responsibilities

Develop your technical capabilities in enterprise Database Administration.
Work alongside experienced technical specialists and mentors.
Build expertise in enterprise database technologies and critical ICT infrastructure.
Support secure and mission-critical Government and Defence environments.
Progress towards becoming a Senior Database Administrator.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Emotional intelligence

Willingness to learn

Career development

Job description

Canberra, ACT
Full-time, Permanent
Current TSPV (Top Secret Positive Vetting) Required

At Vertical Scope Group, we're looking for TSPV-cleared Systems Administrators, Network Administrators, Infrastructure Engineers, ICT Support Engineers, and Technical Support professionals who are ready to take the next step in their careers.

If you're passionate about technology and want to specialise in Database Administration (DBA), this is your opportunity to build a long-term career supporting some of Australia's most critical Government and Defence environments.

You don't need to be an experienced DBA already. We're looking for people with a strong technical foundation, a willingness to learn, and the drive to grow into a Senior Database Administrator. We'll invest in your future through fully funded technical training, industry-recognised certifications, mentoring, and hands-on experience, preparing you for permanent roles with our trusted Government, Defence and Tier-1 technology partners.

What You'll Do

Develop your technical capabilities in enterprise Database Administration.
Work alongside experienced technical specialists and mentors.
Build expertise in enterprise database technologies and critical ICT infrastructure.
Support secure and mission-critical Government and Defence environments.
Progress towards becoming a Senior Database Administrator.

We are looking for Professionals with experience in one or more of the following:

Systems Administration
Network Administration
Windows or Linux Server Administration
Infrastructure Engineering
ICT Support
Technical Support
Virtualisation
Cloud Technologies
Defence ICT Environments

You'll also bring

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Emotional intelligence and the ability to perform under pressure.
A genuine passion for technology and continuous learning.
The ambition to develop into a Senior Database Administrator.

You'll Receive

Permanent full-time employment.
Fully funded ICT training and industry-recognised certifications
A structured development pathway into Senior Database Administration and specialist infrastructure roles.
Ongoing mentoring and technical coaching.
Personalised career support, including CV development and interview preparation.
Access to professional networking and continuous learning opportunities.
A clear career pathway from training through to placement and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications: TSPV (Top Secret Positive Vetting) security clearance.

Why Join Vertical Scope Group:

As a 100% Australian-owned and operated consultancy with highest level government defence membership, we’ve built a reputation as a trusted partner delivering impactful ICT and Cyber solutions to the nation’s most critical programs.

Vertical Scope Group is an award-winning, security-cleared ICT and Cyber specialist with over a decade of experience delivering end-to-end consulting, professional services, and recruitment solutions to the Commonwealth and industry.