Enterprise Architect

The Indigenous Land and Sea Corporation (ILSC) is a corporate Commonwealth entity established under the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander 2005 Act (Cth) (‘the Act’) and subject to the Public Governance, Performance and Accountability Act 2013. The ILSC assists Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to realise economic, social, cultural and environmental benefits that the ownership and management of land, water and water related rights can bring. The ILSC provides this assistance through the acquisition and management of rights and interests in land, salt water and fresh water country.

To provide technical leadership, strategic architecture, and operational management of the organisation’s ICT infrastructure. This role governs the architecture, security, and service delivery functions, ensuring infrastructure is secure and aligned with business needs. 

TARGETED VACANCY – This role is open to all applicants; however, those who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and meet the requirements and are ranked suitable for the role will be given priority consideration in this recruitment process. 

Applications are to include a current CV and covering letter (covering letter to be a maximum of 2 pages detailing how your skills and experience align with the position profile).  Further information may be requested if you are selected for an interview. You must be an Australian resident to apply for this role.

If you’d like to find out more, please contact Joel Dillon – A/Manager ICT on 08 7325 2413.

Strategy and team leadership 

• Lead and mentor a small team of technical specialists
• Develop and maintain enterprise architecture frameworks and roadmaps
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align ICT architecture with business strategy providing strategic advice and technical leadership
• Oversee helpdesk, infrastructure, and cybersecurity operations.
• Promote knowledge sharing across the organisation and support the effective, secure use of ICT. 

Enterprise network architecture 

• Design and oversee the implementation of scalable, secure, and resilient enterprise networks.
• Manage enterprise networking and firewall configurations
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend adoption strategies
• Work with business units and system owners to ensure interoperability across platforms and systems. 

Information Systems and Integration 

• Oversee lifecycle management of enterprise applications
• Architect integrated solutions across business systems
• Provide a lead role in the Business Continuity Program
• Oversee software deployment and patch management. 

Cybersecurity and compliance 

• Champion transparent data management practices, with a strong focus on robust metadata management, and clear, accessible process documentation
• Implement and monitor endpoint protection and firewall policies
• Ensure systems comply with internal policies and external standards including the ACSC Essential Eight
• Oversee audits and vulnerability assessments. 

Relevant certifications such as: TOGAF, ITIL, CISSP-ISSAP, CCSP, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect or Enterprise Administrator Expert. (Desired) 

More than just a job. We offer you the opportunity to make a real, positive difference to the lives of First Nations peoples. When we return land and water Country to Indigenous ownership, or fund a new Indigenous enterprise or management project, we strengthen and deepen Indigenous connection to Country and advance progress towards self-determination.

Generous leave entitlements and work conditions, including:

• 15.4% superannuation on top of your salary
• Flexible hybrid work environment (2 days WFH)
• Not-For-Profit salary packaging
• Paid leave over the Christmas and New Year’s period
• Access to generous parental leave
• Training and development opportunities
• Generous Studies Assistance program

Health and wellbeing programs:

• Healthy Employment Scheme (HES) – An annual allowance towards your wellbeing
• Screen Based Equipment Scheme – Includes eye testing and an allowance towards spectacles
• Free Skin Checks

If you have a passion to drive change and want your work to align with your values to make a real difference, we invite you to apply now and start the conversation.

The preferred applicant will be engaged under the provisions of the ILSC Enterprise Agreement.