System Architect

System Architect - Whizdom Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia A$180.00/hr - A$200.00/hr About the role As the Systems Architect you will work with users, business and technical project team members, and decision makers to deliver architectural solutions that support complex ICT transformation efforts and long‑term technology intents. Role Responsibilities Apply technical and professional knowledge and expertise of systems architectural and engineering processes to set the architectural direction, generate engineering artefacts, and implement project capability deliverables applied within an agile software delivery environment. Provide architectural and engineering solutions that demonstrate awareness of dependencies and the need to collaborate and integrate with domestic and international partner agencies and strategic industry partners. Contribute to the system Transition to Operations and Sustainment planning and support process development. Qualifications and Experience Qualifications and experience with frameworks and methodologies for designing, planning, implementing, and governing enterprise and system information technology architectures. Qualifications and experience with system engineering principles and practices. Experience in requirements development, acceptance test definitions and delivery aspects of complex ICT projects The successful candidate will demonstrate attributes of SFIA Level of Responsibility 5. What is on offer The contract period is 12 months, with 2 x12 month extension options. Opportunity to work in a dynamic and highly skilled team Competitive remuneration package Security Requirements Due to the nature of the work environment, our client requires candidates to hold an active TSPV Security Clearance. The successful candidate will need to undergo an additional security assessment before commencing in the role. How to Apply Please upload your resume to apply. Please provide a supporting statement highlighting your skills, experience, and capability against the position description to complete this application process. We will be in touch with instructions for suitably skilled candidates. Submission closes by COB, Tuesday 9th December 2025. Please call Kandice Halls on for any further information. Candidates will need to be willing to undergo pre‑employment screening checks which may include, ID and work rights, security clearance verification, and any other client‑requested checks. Why partner with Whizdom? We pay our contractors same day you submit your timesheet We are Level 3, DISP certified and have signed the Veteran Employment Commitment and been awarded the highest level of compliance to this important initiative, proactively assisting veterans transitioning from the forces to civilian roles. We’ve been lucky enough to win industry awards for our high level of process compliance and are ISO 9001 certified. Our commitment to reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions has been accredited in line with large global organisations. We value diversity and welcome applications from Indigenous Australians, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people living with a disability. Our team of talented people are passionate about your experience, doing the right thing always, with a focus on your long‑term career goals. We even give you a best in industry merch pack Even if this role isn’t the exact fit for you, we would love a chat, contact us to find out more Seniority level Mid‑Senior level Employment type Contract Job function Information Technology and Engineering Industries Technology, Information and Media Referrals Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Whizdom by 2x #J-18808-Ljbffr