• Strong experience across SOC operations, SIEM, incident response, and cyber risk management
• Permanent Full-Time opportunity
• Canberra-based role – onsite requirements
• NV1 security clearance required

Our Client

Our client aims to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world’s most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good. Our client provides a full spectrum of professional services including consulting, technical, scientific and project delivery for the government and private sector.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Cyber Security Manager to lead critical cyber security operations within a high-impact government environment. This role plays a key part in protecting complex systems and supporting mission-critical outcomes through proactive risk management, threat detection, and incident response.

Your duties will include:

• Lead and manage cyber security operations, including SOC capability and team oversight
• Oversee vulnerability management activities across multiple systems and environments
• Drive incident response planning, execution, and continuous improvement
• Conduct threat hunting activities and apply cyber threat intelligence to operations
• Manage cyber supply chain risk and support security assurance activities
• Engage with stakeholders to provide expert advice and reporting on cyber risks and posture

Skills and Experience we are looking for:

• Proven experience leading or working within a Security Operations Centre (SOC)
• Strong incident response experience across detection, analysis, and remediation
• Hands-on experience with SIEM platforms (e.g. Splunk, Sentinel, QRadar)
• Demonstrated experience in vulnerability management and risk assessment
• Solid understanding of GRC principles within a cyber security context
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or equivalent

Application Process

If you would like to apply for this opportunity, please click ‘APPLY’. For further information, please contact Jaela Smith on 0480 806 146 or email jaela.smith@talentinternational.com

Our client:

A globally recognised organisation operating across media, content and entertainment, with a large-scale technology environment supporting teams across more than 60 countries

Their Global Service Desk supports users across multiple regions, delivering high-quality IT support in a fast-paced environment.

The role:

This is a hands-on Global Tech Support role providing front-line IT support across a global user base.

You’ll be troubleshooting a wide range of technical issues across devices, systems and applications, while working closely with internal teams to ensure issues are resolved efficiently and professionally.

This role offers strong exposure to enterprise IT environments and a variety of technologies.

Key responsibilities:

• Provide support via phone, email and chat across global users
• Troubleshoot hardware, software and access-related issues
• Manage and resolve tickets within agreed timeframes
• Escalate more complex issues to relevant teams
• Support remote users and multiple office locations
• Maintain accurate documentation and update knowledge base

Skills and experience:

• 2+ years experience in IT support or technical customer service roles OR CompTIA A+ certification or equivalent
• Strong troubleshooting across desktops, devices and applications
• Experience supporting Windows, MacOS, Microsoft Office, Zoom and mobile devices
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment

Nice to have:

• CompTIA A+ or similar certification
• Experience with ticketing systems / ITIL environments
• Exposure to deskside or AV support

Benefits and additional information:

• 4 days onsite + Friday half-day WFH
• Finish at 1pm every Friday
• Work across global teams and users
• Exposure to a broad range of enterprise systems and technologies
• 2 wellbeing days + 5 additional leave days over Christmas
• Retail discounts, gym benefits, EAP + lifestyle perks

Additional requirements:

• Participation in a rotating on-call / after-hours support roster (Holidays)
• Occasional onsite support requirements

How to apply:

If you’re looking to build on your IT support experience within a global environment and gain exposure to a wide range of technologies – this is a strong opportunity.

Apply now or reach out to Sienna Coate Thompson at Talent International – sienna.coatethompson@talentinternational.com for a confidential chat.

Our client:

A globally recognised organisation operating across content, media and entertainment, with a large-scale technology environment supporting teams across multiple regions.

Their Applications team plays a key role in building, supporting and evolving core business systems used across the organisation.

The role:

This is a hybrid Business Analyst role sitting between technology and the business, combining requirements gathering, application support and systems improvement.

You’ll work closely with stakeholders across the organisation to understand processes, identify opportunities and deliver practical technology solutions – while also supporting and improving existing applications.

Key responsibilities:

• Partner with business stakeholders to gather requirements and map processes
• Support and manage core business applications (access, performance, issues)
• Translate business needs into technical solutions and business cases
• Work with global IT teams on system improvements and projects
• Support data management, reporting and system integrations
• Drive continuous improvement across systems and processes

Skills and experience:

• Experience as a Business Analyst within IT / applications environments
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• Experience supporting or administering business applications
• Understanding of SQL / data / reporting environments
• Experience working in enterprise or complex environments

Nice to have:

• Salesforce or CRM system exposure
• BI / reporting tools (e.g. Looker, Domo, Business Objects)
• ETL / automation tools
• Project delivery or change management experience

Benefits and additional information:

• 4 days onsite + Friday half-day WFH
• Finish at 1pm every Friday
• Work across global teams and systems
• Strong mix of business-facing and technical work
• 2 wellbeing days + 5 additional leave days over Christmas
• Retail discounts, gym benefits, EAP + lifestyle perks

How to apply:

If you’re looking for a role where you can work across both business and technology, take ownership of systems and drive real improvements – this is a strong opportunity.

Apply now or reach out to Sienna Coate Thompson at Talent International – sienna.coatethompson@talentinternational.com for a confidential chat.

Our client:

A globally recognised entertainment organisation operating across multiple regions, with a large-scale, complex technology environment.

Their infrastructure team plays a critical role in securing global systems, working closely with cybersecurity and engineering teams across multiple countries.

The role:

This is a senior, hands-on network security role focused on firewall and network access control (NAC) across a global enterprise environment.

You’ll play a key role in designing, standardising and improving security controls – working on initiatives aligned to Zero Trust, segmentation and enterprise security strategy.

Key responsibilities:

• Design, implement and support enterprise firewall and perimeter security solutions
• Define and evolve NAC strategy, policies and architecture (Cisco ISE)
• Lead standardisation across firewall platforms and configurations
• Drive security logging, telemetry and SIEM integration
• Partner with cybersecurity teams on alerts, monitoring and incident response
• Act as an escalation point for complex network security issues

Skills and experience:

• Strong experience with enterprise firewalls (ideally Palo Alto)
• Experience with Network Access Control (Cisco ISE preferred)
• Solid understanding of networking fundamentals (routing, IP, security)
• Experience in large or global enterprise environments
• Strong troubleshooting, documentation and communication skills

Nice to have:

• Zero Trust / segmentation experience
• SIEM / logging integration exposure
• Security certifications (CCNP Security, PCNSE)
• Experience with audits, compliance or governance frameworks

Benefits and additional information:

• 4 days onsite + Friday half-day WFH
• Finish at 1pm every Friday
• Work closely with global infrastructure & cybersecurity teams
• Exposure to enterprise-scale security architecture and strategy
• 2 wellbeing days + 5 additional leave days over Christmas
• Retail discounts, gym benefits, EAP + lifestyle perks

How to apply:

If you’re looking for a role where you can step into a global environment, take ownership of network security architecture and work on meaningful security initiatives – this is a standout opportunity.

Apply now or reach out to Sienna Coate Thompson at Talent International for a confidential chat.

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Cloud DevOps Engineer to drive the delivery of secure, scalable, and automated cloud solutions within a highly regulated environment.

In this role, you will lead the implementation of modern cloud infrastructure using Microsoft Azure, Terraform (Infrastructure as Code), and CI/CD pipelines. You will work closely with architecture and security teams to translate high-level designs into robust, compliant solutions aligned with Australian defence and security frameworks.

This is a hands-on technical leadership role where you’ll play a key part in uplifting cloud capability, embedding best practices, and enabling organisation-wide cloud adoption.

Mandatory Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be an Australian Citizen
• Current Baseline, NV1 or NV2 security clearance
• Ability to Meet ITAR access requirements

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and deliver Azure-based cloud solutions aligned to Cloud Adoption Framework (CAF) and Well-Architected Framework (WAF)
• Build and manage Azure Landing Zones using Terraform
• Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines in Azure DevOps
• Implement secure, compliant cloud environments aligned with PSPF, ISM, and ASD guidelines
• Collaborate with architects and stakeholders to deliver end-to-end automated solutions
• Drive cost optimisation (FinOps) initiatives across cloud platforms
• Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and guidance to delivery teams
• Deliver training and uplift capability in Terraform and Azure technologies

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Strong expertise in Microsoft Azure (networking, compute, storage, identity, governance, containers/AKS)
• Proven experience with Terraform (modular design, state management, automation)
• Solid background in DevOps practices (CI/CD, pipelines, repos, release management)
• Strong understanding of cloud security and compliance
• Scripting experience (PowerShell or Bash)
• Experience working with Git/version control

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent
• Industry certifications highly regarded (Azure, DevOps, Terraform)

What You’ll Bring:

• A security-first mindset with strong accountability
• Ability to translate strategy into practical delivery
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• A collaborative approach with a passion for mentoring and team success
• Adaptability in a fast-evolving technology environment

Why Join?:

• Work on cutting-edge cloud technologies in a secure, mission-critical environment
• Influence and shape enterprise cloud strategy and capability uplift
• Be part of a collaborative, high-performing team
• Access to ongoing learning, development, and certification support

• Systems engineering, architecture, and complex systems integration experience
• Permanent full-time opportunity with long-term program involvement
• Canberra-based role
• NV1 security clearance required

Our Client

Our client aims to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world’s most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good. Our client provides a full spectrum of professional services including consulting, technical, scientific and project delivery for the government and private sector.

The Role

This is a key leadership opportunity for an experienced Systems Engineering professional to contribute to a large-scale, complex program. You will play a critical role in shaping and integrating advanced systems within a highly collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment. This position offers the chance to work on technically challenging projects that directly support national capability outcomes.

Your duties will include:

• Leading systems engineering activities across requirements, integration, and verification
• Coordinating the development and management of system requirements and engineering artefacts
• Supporting system safety activities, including safety case development and reporting
• Overseeing verification and validation processes in collaboration with industry partners
• Identifying, assessing, and managing engineering risks across the program
• Leading and mentoring a small team of engineers while engaging with key stakeholders

Skills and Experience we are looking for:

• Minimum 10+ years’ experience in systems engineering within complex ICT environments
• Proven experience in systems architecture and integration across multi-system environments
• Demonstrated experience developing engineering artefacts such as specifications, plans, and reports
• Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication, and technical writing skills
• Tertiary qualifications in engineering or a related technical discipline

Application Process

If you would like to apply for this opportunity, please click ‘APPLY’. For further information, please contact Jaela Smith on 0480 806 146 or email jaela.smith@talentinternational.com

Pega Technical Architect

• Location: Sydney
• Salary: Up to $180,000
• Eligibility: Australian citizens (ability to obtain NV1 clearance)

This role will see you leading the design and implementation of Pega-based solutions across a large-scale federal transformation program. You’ll work across end-to-end architecture, guiding delivery teams and shaping solution design in a complex environment.

You’ll be supporting a national regulatory body undergoing significant transformation in the AML/CTF space. The environment is fast-paced, highly collaborative, and focused on delivering secure, scalable enterprise systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and guide implementation of Pega-based solutions across projects
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and define solutions
• Lead architecture across integration, performance, and system design
• Support delivery across build, test, and deployment phases
• Ensure solutions meet security, scalability, and performance standards
• Contribute to best practices, standards, and continuous improvement

Required Skills & Experience

• 5+ years Pega development experience and 7+ years in software delivery
• Strong experience with Pega implementations, connectors, and integrations
• Experience with event-driven architecture and system design
• Solid understanding of business processes and BPM applications
• Strong stakeholder engagement and leadership capability
• Pega Certified System Architect (or equivalent)

This is a great opportunity to contribute to a high-impact federal program delivering critical national transformation initiatives.

Our client:

A globally recognised entertainment organisation operating across 60+ countries, with a large-scale, modern technology environment.

Their Global Technical Operations team manages a complex identity platform that underpins secure access across the business.

The role:

This is a hands-on identity operations role sitting at the core of a global enterprise environment.

You’ll be working on real-world, large-scale systems; troubleshooting, improving and supporting identity infrastructure across multiple regions, while building toward more advanced cloud, automation and engineering work over time.

Key responsibilities:

• Support and operate enterprise identity platforms (AD & Entra ID)
• Troubleshoot authentication and access issues across global systems
• Work closely with infrastructure teams across AU, UK and US
• Contribute to ITIL processes (incident, change, problem)
• Identify opportunities for automation and platform improvement

Skills and experience:

• Hands-on experience with Active Directory and Microsoft Entra ID
• ~4-6 years across infrastructure, identity or systems environments
• Strong troubleshooting across authentication / IAM issues
• Experience in enterprise or complex environments
• Strong communication and collaboration skills

Nice to have:
CyberArk, Saviynt, M365 identity, scripting/automation (Python/PowerShell), interest in security

Benefits and additional information:

• $145,000 + Super + 10% bonus
• 4 days onsite (Sydney) + Friday half-day WFH
• Finish at 1pm every Friday
• Work with global teams (AU, UK, US)
• Clear progression within cloud, identity engineering & security
• 2 wellbeing days + 5 extra Christmas leave days
• Retail discounts, gym benefits, EAP + lifestyle perks

On-call:

• Every 3rd weekend (global rotation)
• 24-hour coverage with ~30 min response time

How to apply:

If you’re looking to step into a global environment, work on large-scale identity systems and grow within cloud and engineering, this is a strong move.

Apply now or reach out to Sienna Coate Thompson at Talent International for a confidential chat.

A leading Financial Services provider is seeking a Senior Network Security Engineer to join their team on a permanent basis, working across a range of project initiatives within a large-scale, complex enterprise network environment.

Joining a fast-paced, collaborative team environment, you will be responsible for the build, configuration and deployment of network security devices which include F5 load balance along with Juniper SRX and FortiGate firewalls.

This is a hands-on, project-focused engineering role. You will need to demonstrate advanced knowledge and experience across two of the three network security devices to be considered.

To be successful in this role you will need:

• Tertiary qualifications and/or relevant vendor certifications
• Demonstrated network engineering project experience gained within large, complex network environments
• Proven knowledge and experience configuring, deploying and troubleshooting network security devices with advanced knowledge and experience with Juniper SRX or FortiGate firewalls along with and F5 load balancers (LTM, GTM, APM, ASM)
• Strong knowledge and experience of routing and switching including BGP, OSPF, VXLAN and VTP
• Previous experience with IPS tools is highly regarded, as is any experience writing Python scripts or using Ansible
• Superior troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong teamwork skills with the ability to work independently as required

This is a Sydney-based role which will require you to be in the office at least two days per week.

An attractive salary package is on offer. To be excited for this exciting opportunity, please apply online today.

Opportunity knocks…

We’re recruiting a Business Analyst to join our government client on a permanent basis. You’ll be working in a highly collaborative environment, contributing to large-scale initiatives across data, systems, and digital transformation.

Why you’re special…

• You’re a Business Analyst with 3-5 years’ experience (this is not a senior role), bringing strong documentation and process-mapping skills, plus a genuine ability to engage with stakeholders at all levels.
• You communicate clearly, collaborate naturally, and build trusted relationships across technical and non-technical teams.
• You have delivered data-centric projects, including data warehouse implementations, migrations, integrations, or privacy and compliance initiatives.
• You’ve contributed to complex, enterprise-scale projects, including ERP or CRM implementations, cross-platform integrations, or large web projects (new builds or major enhancements).
• Bonus points if you’ve worked with Salesforce.

What’s in it for you?

• Join a purpose-led organisation with a diverse and active project pipeline.
• Auckland CBD location.
• Supportive, close-knit team environment.
• Permanent opportunity.

Please apply now to register your interest.

We are only able to consider candidates with relevant NZ work rights who are currently based in New Zealand.

Water New Zealand is on the lookout for an organised and proactive Administration and Training Support who’s ready to step in and support both corporate services and training functions. A 12-month fixed term opportunity, starting as soon as possible, is an excellent opportunity for someone to grow their experience within a professional, collaborative team.

About Water New Zealand

‘Ka ora te wai, ka ora te whenua, ka ora ngā tāngata’
‘If the water is healthy, the land is healthy, the people are healthy’

Water New Zealand is a membership organisation on an exciting journey of growth. They provide leadership in the sector through collaboration, professional development, and networking. As the largest water industry body in Aotearoa New Zealand, they represent water management professionals and organisations promoting the sustainable management and development of the water environment.

About the Role

This is a busy and varied role, providing essential administrative and training support across the organisation, with a strong focus on ensuring the administration and training function of Water New Zealand runs effectively and delivers a responsive, high-quality service to members.

In this role, key responsibilities will include:
* Providing high-volume administrative support across corporate services
* Acting as a central point for training enquiries, ensuring timely and accurate responses
* Supporting the delivery of virtual instructor led training * Maintaining accurate records and systems across membership and training platforms
* Assisting with membership renewals and general organisational administration to support smooth day-to-day operations

As part of a small team, we expect the responsibilities of this role will vary from time to time, and this person will be agile, happy to jump in and support initiatives and tasks as needed to ensure team success.

About You

You’ll bring strong organisational skills, a proactive approach, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

No task is too small or too big, you take pride in following and executing processes to a high standard, while also looking for ways to improve them.

What we’re looking for

* A self-motivated approach, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team
* Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
* A strong process orientation, with the ability to follow established processes accurately and consistently
* Good written and verbal communication skills, with confidence engaging with stakeholders across phone and email
* Strong technical skills, someone who can quickly pick up new systems

In return, you can expect to be warmly welcomed and quickly feel part of a collaborative and supportive team. This is a great opportunity to step into a professional environment, make a real impact, and work within the dynamic, ever-changing water sector that is so critical to Aotearoa New Zealand.

To Apply

To apply for the role, click the APPLY button now! Applications will close as soon as a suitable person is identified.

For further information, and a copy of the full position description, please get in touch with John Keith on 021 205 3252, or Katie Kemp on 021 928 232 at Talent.

Only applicants with the right to work in New Zealand should apply for this position.

Join Our Team as a Data Lakehouse Report Engineer

Are you passionate about data engineering and reporting? Do you thrive in transforming legacy systems into modern, scalable data solutions? We’re seeking a talented Data Lakehouse Report Engineer to support a major system transformation initiative. This permanent full-time role offers flexibility, hybrid work, and the opportunity to make a real impact in a dynamic environment.

About the Role:

As a key member of our Data Foundations Team, you will be instrumental in building and maintaining data pipelines, ingesting legacy data, and developing semantic data models within a cutting-edge Microsoft Fabric Lakehouse environment. Your expertise will enable effective reporting and data governance uplift as part of a broader systems transformation.

Your Responsibilities:

– Develop and maintain scalable data ingestion pipelines

– Extract legacy data from systems such as One Housing

– Load curated data-sets into Microsoft Fabric Lakehouse

– Design semantic and curated data models

– Deliver Power BI reporting solutions aligned with business needs

– Collaborate with vendor partners on technical delivery

– Translate business requirements into efficient data models

What We Are Looking For:

– Strong background in data engineering and ETL/ELT pipeline development

– Hands-on experience with Microsoft Fabric (minimum 1-1.5+ years preferred)

– Proficiency in Python, PySpark, SQL, and data modelling

– Experience with data pipeline orchestration and warehousing principles

– Knowledge of Power BI reporting

– Familiarity with legacy source systems and migration environments

– Transferable experience with Azure, AWS, Snowflake, or Databricks is a plus

Ideal Candidate Profile:

– Demonstrated capability in building and maintaining data pipelines

– Experience developing semantic layers and curated data-sets

– Ability to work closely with stakeholders and cross-functional teams

– Exposure to housing/property systems or non-profit sectors is advantageous but not essential

Urgent hiring – we’re ready to onboard a strong candidate quickly! If you’re experienced in data engineering and reporting and eager to be part of a meaningful transformation, we want to hear from you.

Apply now to join a forward-thinking organization committed to innovative data solutions!

Please submit your cover letter & CV application in Word format only by clicking the “APPLY NOW” button below or email to anna.au@talentinternational.com