Cloud Engineers

Catalyst Cyber is a cyber security consulting company supporting Australian government and private sector organizations to manage risk in a constantly evolving threat landscape. The company delivers industry-leading services that help clients adapt to new digital challenges and strengthen their security posture. Catalyst partners closely with stakeholders to design and implement secure, resilient, and scalable solutions. Team members work in a mission-focused environment where security, innovation, and collaboration are highly valued. Joining Catalyst offers the opportunity to contribute directly to protecting critical systems and information across Australia.

As a Cloud Engineer at Catalyst, you will design, build, and maintain secure, scalable cloud environments that support government and private sector clients. You will contribute to a range of cloud engineering and transformation initiatives including:

• Cloud platform deployment, configuration and operational support
• Azure, GCP and/or AWS infrastructure engineering
• Secure cloud landing zones and hybrid connectivity
• Identity and access management integration
• Infrastructure automation and optimisation
• Cloud security uplift and hardening activities
• Support for migration and modernisation projects
• Monitoring, troubleshooting and incident response across cloud environments
• Technical documentation, stakeholder engagement and knowledge transfer

We are looking for engineers with experience across some or all of the following:

• Strong cloud computing skills, including experience designing, deploying, and managing solutions on major cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Infrastructure as Code and automation tools
• Virtual machines, storage, networking and cloud security services
• Monitoring and observability platforms
• Microsoft 365 and cloud integration technologies
• Security and compliance best practices aligned to frameworks such as Essential Eight, ISM or PSPF
• Solid infrastructure and systems skills, including networking fundamentals, virtualization, and infrastructure-as-code tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation, or similar).
• Proficiency with Linux environments, including shell scripting, system administration, and performance monitoring.
• Experience with software development practices, such as version control, CI/CD pipelines, and at least one programming or scripting language (e.g., Python, Go, or similar).
• Knowledge of databases, including design, configuration, backup, and performance tuning for relational and/or NoSQL data stores.
• Understanding of security best practices in cloud environments, including identity and access management, encryption, and compliance considerations.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., cloud provider, security, or infrastructure) and experience working with government or regulated environments are beneficial.

What we're looking for!

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving capability
• Engineers who can balance operational support with project delivery
• Ability to work collaboratively across technical and business teams
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Practical, adaptable and outcome-focused individuals
• Passion for cloud technologies, security and modern engineering practices

Why Join Catalyst Cyber?

• Work alongside experienced cloud, infrastructure and cyber security specialists
• Exposure to complex government and enterprise environments
• Opportunity to work across cloud transformation and security uplift programs
• Flexible and collaborative team culture
• Real influence on technical outcomes and customer success
• Supportive environment focused on growth, capability development and knowledge sharing

Australian Citizenship required for all roles with active AGSVA security clearances preferred.

If you are passionate about secure cloud engineering and want to work with a team delivering practical, high-quality outcomes across complex environments, we’d love to hear from you!

Please send your resume to ***email_hidden*** or reach out for a confidential discussion.