VMWare SME

Showtime Consulting Pty Ltd

Canberra

On-site

AUD 120,000 - 170,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Showtime Consulting Pty Ltd is seeking a VMware Subject Matter Expert to provide technical leadership across large-scale virtualization environments, supporting critical government systems in Canberra.

You will be the senior VMware authority, guiding architecture, optimization, and hands-on delivery while mentoring engineers and driving infrastructure uplift across secure environments. Opportunity to influence standards and governance.

Qualifications

  • Extensive experience designing and supporting VMware enterprise environments.
  • Strong expertise across VMware vSphere, ESXi, and vCenter.
  • Experience operating within secure government or defence environments.

Responsibilities

  • Provide subject matter expertise across enterprise VMware platforms.
  • Lead design, implementation, optimisation, and lifecycle management activities.
  • Provide technical leadership for VMware-related projects and infrastructure initiatives.

Skills

VMware expertise
vSphere/ESXi/vCenter
Security clearance familiarity

Tools

VMware vSAN
NSX
Aria/vROps
Horizon
VMware Cloud Foundation

Job description

Are you ready to be a part of a team that's redefining ultra-secure cloud solutions?
Join a team that’s shaping the future of cloud and cybersecurity.

At Showtime Consulting, we don’t just build ultra-secure cloud solutions—we enable organisations to thrive in the most challenging high-threat environments. If you’re truly passionate about innovation, security, and making a real impact, you’re in the right place.

We deliver security where it matters most—protecting national infrastructure, defence, and mission-critical operations. Our solutions are trusted by leading organisations, and our team is at the forefront of innovation in ultra-secure cloud and cross-domain security.

Join a team that’s shaping the future of cloud and cybersecurity.

At Showtime Consulting, we don’t just build ultra-secure cloud solutions—we enable organisations to thrive in the most challenging high-threat environments. If you’re truly passionate about innovation, security, and making a real impact, you’re in the right place.

We deliver security where it matters most—protecting national infrastructure, defence, and mission-critical operations. Our solutions are trusted by leading organisations, and our team is at the forefront of innovation in ultra-secure cloud and cross-domain security.

Our people are specialists in secure cloud, defence technology, and insider risk mitigation. We thrive in high-stakes environments, where cybersecurity isn’t just a requirement—it’s mission-critical. If you’re ready to contribute to industry-leading projects and grow in a company that values trust, innovation, and resilience, explore our open roles today.

Meet THE Team
Terry Hicks

Principal Cloud Consultant

Resource and Operations Manager at Showtime Consulting

George Constantine

People Operations Lead

Associate Consultant at Showtime Consulting Bachelor of Information Technology Student

CEO at Showtime Consulting | Expert in Ultra-Secure Cloud, Cross-Domain Solutions, Insider Risk Management & Defence-Grade Cybersecurity

Open Roles
We Are Always Looking For Talented Individuals.
Explore Our Current Opportunities And Find A Role That Matches Your Expertise.
VMWare SME

Company Description
Showtime Consulting is a leading provider of Shielded Cloud and Digital Solutions across Australia and New Zealand. We specialise in delivering secure, enterprise-scale technology solutions across cloud, infrastructure, cybersecurity, DevSecOps, and digital transformation programs.

We partner with government and enterprise organisations to build high-performing technology teams that deliver secure, resilient, and scalable solutions within highly regulated environments.

The Role
We are seeking a VMware Subject Matter Expert (SME) to provide technical leadership across large-scale virtualisation environments supporting critical government systems in Canberra.

This role will act as the senior VMware authority within the team, providing strategic guidance, architecture input, platform optimisation, and technical leadership while remaining hands-on across the VMware technology stack.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide subject matter expertise across enterprise VMware platforms.
  • Lead design, implementation, optimisation, and lifecycle management activities.
  • Provide technical leadership for VMware-related projects and infrastructure initiatives.
  • Support architecture reviews and infrastructure uplift activities.
  • Lead platform health assessments, scalability reviews, and performance optimisation.
  • Provide escalation support for complex technical issues.
  • Work closely with infrastructure, security, networking, and project teams.
  • Develop and maintain technical standards, documentation, and best practices.
  • Mentor engineers and contribute to capability uplift across the broader team.
  • Support infrastructure modernisation and transformation programs.

What You’ll Need

  • Extensive experience designing and supporting VMware enterprise environments.
  • Strong expertise across VMware vSphere, ESXi, and vCenter.
  • Experience with technologies such as vSAN, NSX, VMware Aria/vROps, Horizon, or VMware Cloud Foundation.
  • Demonstrated experience leading VMware infrastructure projects.
  • Strong understanding of enterprise infrastructure architecture.
  • Experience operating within secure government or defence environments.
  • Strong stakeholder engagement and technical leadership skills.
  • Excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills.
  • Ability to mentor engineers and provide technical direction.

Why Join Us?

  • Work on nationally significant technology environments.
  • Provide technical leadership across critical infrastructure platforms.
  • Influence architecture and strategic technology decisions.
  • Collaborate with highly skilled infrastructure and security specialists.
  • Join a consulting culture focused on innovation and technical excellence.

Security Clearance Requirement
Due to the nature of this role, applicants must be Australian Citizens with an active NV2 security clearance.

We Are Always Looking For Top Talent In Cybersecurity, Cloud, And Defence Tech.

Build solutions that protect defence, national security, and enterprise clients.

Attractive salary packages, incentives, and professional development support.

A collaborative, high-trust workplace where innovation thrives

Access to cybersecurity certifications, mentoring, and growth opportunities.

Remote-friendly roles and adaptable work environments.

Work on Mission-Critical Projects

Build solutions that protect defence, national security, and enterprise clients.

Flexibility & Work-Life Balance

Remote-friendly roles and adaptable work environments.

Access to cybersecurity certifications, mentoring, and growth opportunities.

Attractive salary packages, incentives, and professional development support.

Strong Team Culture

A collaborative, high-trust workplace where innovation thrives

At Showtime Consulting, We Hire And Develop The Best Minds In Cybersecurity.
Our Values Shape Everything We Do
Security

Essential for protecting sensitive information and ensuring the company's technology cannot be compromised.

Critical for building trust with stakeholders and maintaining ethical standards in all operations, especially in such sensitive sectors.

Necessary for staying ahead of technological advancements and threats, ensuring solutions are cutting-edge and effective.

Demonstrates dedication to the mission, the safety and security of clients’ data, and the success of their operations.

Important for providing reliable and consistent service, which is crucial for defense and intelligence operations that depend on continuity and dependability.

Fuels the drive to excel, innovate, and overcome challenges. It's the emotional investment in the mission and the work, which can inspire teams and lead to exceptional outcomes.

Essential for protecting sensitive information and ensuring the company's technology cannot be compromised.

Critical for building trust with stakeholders and maintaining ethical standards in all operations, especially in such sensitive sectors.

Necessary for staying ahead of technological advancements and threats, ensuring solutions are cutting-edge and effective.

Demonstrates dedication to the mission, the safety and security of clients’ data, and the success of their operations.

Important for providing reliable and consistent service, which is crucial for defense and intelligence operations that depend on continuity and dependability.

Fuels the drive to excel, innovate, and overcome challenges. It's the emotional investment in the mission and the work, which can inspire teams and lead to exceptional outcomes.

Secure Your Cloud, Empower Your Mission with S.H.I.E.L.D
The power of ultra-secure cloud solutions tailored to your unique needs. Experience unmatched security, efficiency, and agility with Showtime Consulting's S.H.I.E.L.D framework.
Pioneers of SHIELDEDCloud Solutions
Protecting Operations in Hostile and Sensitive Environments
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