- Pay
- A$59–76k
- Where
- Perth, Western Australia, GB · GB
- Level
- Mid
Make your mark as a Cleared Infrastructure Engineer in the Defence & Government sector, based in Perth.
Defence and Government programmes run on infrastructure that simply cannot fail, and the people who keep it running rarely get the credit they deserve.
This role sits inside an established enterprise organisation with 250+ staff, one that's built its name on large-scale, security-conscious projects over many years.
If you want structured career progression and work that actually matters to national capability, this is worth a proper look.
Here's what you'll be doing: Build, configure and maintain secure infrastructure environments across networked and virtualised systems, following established frameworks Monitor system performance and resolve incidents before they become problems, documenting fixes for the wider team Apply security patches and hardening measures in line with Defence and Government compliance standards Support infrastructure upgrades and migrations, coordinating closely with engineering and security teams Maintain accurate configuration records and change documentation for audit and accreditation purposes Collaborate with cleared personnel across the programme to deliver infrastructure that meets strict uptime and security requirements Here are the skills you'll need: Active security clearance, or eligibility to obtain one, is essential for this Cleared Infrastructure Engineer role Solid hands-on experience with server, network and storage infrastructure in a mid-level technical capacity Working knowledge of virtualisation platforms, Windows/Linux server environments, and common networking protocols Understanding of Defence & Government security frameworks and the discipline that comes with handling sensitive systems Clear written communication.
Documentation matters as much as the technical work itself in this environment A methodical, calm approach under pressure.
Infrastructure incidents in this sector don't wait for convenient timing Key perks and benefits: A$59,000 to A$76,000, reflecting the responsibility and clearance level this Cleared Infrastructure Engineer role carries Hybrid working arrangement, balancing time on secure sites in Perth with flexibility elsewhere Private medical and dental insurance, plus an enhanced pension scheme Performance-based bonuses on top of base salary A genuinely comprehensive benefits package and structured career development within a large, established employer Why pursue a career in Defence & Government?
The Defence & Government sector in Australia keeps investing, and Perth has become one of the country's quieter hubs for this kind of work thanks to its strategic defence presence.
Clearance holders are in short supply, which means career security and progression tend to follow naturally.
Good engineers in this space build a reputation that travels, and that's rare.
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