Job Details

EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Ongoing Full time

LOCATION - ACT; NSW; QLD; SA; VIC; WA

AFP BAND & SALARY - Band 08, $121,628.00 - $132,391.00

JOB REFERENCE NUMBER - 12616

This advertisement is to fill current vacancies and create a merit pool for future ongoing or non-ongoing vacancies arising over the next 12 months.

Did you know?

The mission of the Australian Federal Police is to provide dynamic and effective law enforcement to the people of Australia. It provides policing throughout Australia in relation to the prevention and detection of crimes against the Commonwealth, its laws and integrity, and community police services to the Community of the ACT.

Working for the AFP provides you with a diverse and rewarding career. Whether you immerse yourself in a position on the frontline, or provide critical operational or professional support, the work you do makes a big impact on the people of Australia.

We recognise your contribution to our workforce and offer generous remuneration and conditions including:

• Six weeks (30 days) of paid annual leave per year + additional paid Christmas stand down
• 4 extra mandatory leave rest days per year
• 18 days of paid personal leave per year
• Generous superannuation of 15.4%
• 16 weeks of paid maternity leave (after 12 months of service) + an additional 36 weeks of maternity leave without pay
• Generous salaries and incremental salary progression governed by the AFP Enterprise Agreement
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangement that provides work/life balance
• Health & wellbeing services – with a focus on early intervention, education and prevention
• Access to ongoing training and professional development opportunities

What is the role?

Applications are sought from suitably qualified applicants wishing to be considered for the role of Team Member within the Cloud Service Team.

This role provides a unique opportunity to work in a diverse team who maintain the AFP computing infrastructure as well as the on-going management and sustainment of cloud platforms – This includes Private and Public cloud platforms such as VMware Private Cloud, Microsoft Azure and Amazon Web Services.

The team also provides secure and scalable designs of the AFP’s foundation platforms to other internal AFP stakeholders to understand the business needs and works in partnership with Enterprise Architecture and Cyber Security to ensure on-going security of the cloud platforms.

Key drivers for the role are focused on enhancing cloud adoption, leading and developing the FinOps practice, managing risk and compliance, and improving automation and efficiencies. You will serve as a trusted adviser to business stakeholders and understand their core business processes and priorities which can be enhanced using managed platforms.

You will also be required to contribute to the achievement of outcomes in accordance with the regulatory framework, the AFP Code of Conduct and the AFP Governance Instruments. It is expected that the successful applicant will deliver on the core responsibilities and meet any requirements of the position as outlined below.

What will you do?

• Work with industry leading products and technologies from VMware, Microsoft Azure and Amazon Web Services to manage cloud platforms, application deployments and security across various operational and corporate focused situations;
• Lead the development and implementation of a FinOps framework across a hybrid cloud environment;
• Collaborate and assist senior management to assess, design and implement sustainable cloud solutions, operating processes and people models to address key and evolving risks in the field of Cloud;
• Analyse processes, documentation, and workflows to identify any gaps and prioritize process improvements based on current risk of components, whilst adding professional insight;
• Maintain currency with industry standards and trends across cloud adoption frameworks;
• Provide consulting and support services to internal programs and projects;
• Assist in alignment of overall security governance as it relates to both Private and Public Cloud platforms.

Essential Requirements

• You must be an Australian Citizen at the time of application;
• A Negative Vetting 1 (Secret) security clearance or the ability to obtain one.
• Extensive experience leading the implementation and sustainment of VMware, Microsoft Azure and Amazon Web Services cloud platforms;
• Advanced experience with in developing and implementing FinOps Frameworks;
• Advanced experience with developing and managing backlogs, prioritisation and stakeholder negotiations;
• Advanced experience within managing hardware platforms such as Hitachi, Dell etc that underpin private cloud platforms.

Desirable Requirements

• You are familiar with security concepts found in the ISM and the implementation of said concepts in a PROTECTED environment.
• You have a no-nonsense approach when participating in internal or external conversations and are able to communicate complex technical concepts, resolve issues and foster good relationships.
• You will be a hands-on and pragmatic technical leader with experience mentoring junior team members.
• Any industry certification would be an advantage.

Additional Information

This position can be worked from any capital city in Australia but will report into the section based in Canberra, ACT.

Selection Criteria

• Achieve results
• Communicates with influence
• Contributes to strategic thinking
• Cultivates productive working relationships
• Shows personal drive and integrity
• Technical knowledge and skills

Application

Please submit the following documents via our Jobs portal prior to the closing date and time:

• Resume/CV - This will form the basis for determining your suitability against the position requirements and give the panel a clear outline of your current knowledge and qualifications along with previous experiences. Please include your work history, responsibilities and achievements.
• Applicant pitch (maximum two pages). Ensure your pitch tells us why you are the best fit for the role, with examples that demonstrate your capabilities addressing the selection criteria, role requirements and work level standards for the role.

Only complete applications will be considered. Please review and ensure the uploaded documents are correct for this application after submitting your application.

Employment Suitability

Should you successfully progress from the application stage the Recruitment Team will contact you to complete an Employment Suitability Questionnaire (ESQ). This aids in the assessment of your character and your ability to comply with the AFP's professional standards both in an official and private capacity. Please review our employment suitability standards to ensure that you meet our requirements before you submit your application. Applicants will not receive feedback if they are unsuccessful at this gateway.


AFP employees are required to have their fingerprints taken at the time an offer of employment is made.

COVID - 19 Mandate

AFP employees are required to have received a minimum of two COVID-19 vaccinations (or one dose if the Janssen vaccine was used). Satisfactory proof of vaccination status will be required at the time an offer of employment is made. Please contact the Recruitment Team if you wish to discuss the COVID-19 vaccine requirements further.

Recruitment Process

Applicants who have demonstrated their suitability for employment through their resume and application, may be invited to a formal interview. Using the relevant AFP work level standards as a guide, you may be asked a range of questions to demonstrate your skills and abilities. These could include behavioural based scenario questions. Read our guides for applicants to find out how to prepare for you interview.

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

Diversity and inclusion is an operational priority for the Australian Federal Police (AFP). To be an effective police force, we must be reflective of the community we serve, working across languages, cultures and transnational borders. The 2023-26 Diversity & Inclusion Strategy is the guiding framework for delivering the AFP’s diversity and inclusion goals and reflecting our commitment to being an employer of choice, incorporating diversity and inclusion principles in day-to-day practice and building a psychologically and culturally safe workplace. This includes hiring people from diverse backgrounds who bring their lived experience to contribute, and add value, to the AFP. Find out more about how the AFP embraces diversity and inclusion.

Contacts and Closing Information

Contact Officer - Robyn Nicholas,

Contact Officer Phone: 02 51260279

Contact Officer Email: robyn.nicholas@afp.gov.au

Applications Close: 11:59pm (AEDT) 24/01/2024

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