QinetiQ is a global technology and engineering company that exists to protect lives and secure the future. With more than 8,000 employees worldwide - including 800+ here in Australia - we deliver mission-critical services and systems to Defence, national security, and essential industry.

Following a strategic redesign, we’ve sharpened our focus and are investing in the future - starting with the people who will help shape it.

If you're driven by purpose, passionate about solving complex problems, and ready to make a real impact - there’s never been a better time to join us.

With a presence in the United Kingdom, United States, Australia, Canada and Germany, we bring global expertise to local challenges, helping build Australia’s sovereign industrial

QinetiQ’s IT organisation is evolving to provide the advanced technology and IT services that underpin QinetiQ’s future global strategy and ambitions. We are now accepting applications for a suitably experienced IT Solution Architect, with a background in ERP’s, to join our IT family.

As member of QinetiQ’s IT Architecture team, the IT Solution Architect will play a key role in the design and implementation of QinetiQ’s key digital transformation programs, including

• Azure/M365 platforms;
• Oracle Fusion ERP; and
• Service Management systems in the form or ServiceNow.

This role comes with true flexibility based either out of Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne or Nowra and also offering a hybrid working from home and office environment and the option of compressed hours.

As an IT Solution Architect you will be accountable to:

• Design fit-for-purpose architectures, lead feasibility assessments, develop business cases, and support implementation, testing, and transition to operations;
• Apply ERP knowledge (e.g. finance, HR, supply chain) to guide solution design and integration, and alignment with business processes and data models;
• Work closely with business and technical stakeholders to elicit, analyse, and document solution requirements, ensuring alignment with architectural principles and project objectives;
• Provide strategic guidance and subject matter expertise across a broad range of systems, platforms, and enterprise technologies;
• Support the development of long-term product and system roadmaps by identifying future capability needs and technology opportunities; and
• Contribute to QinetiQ’s global architectural standards, practices and forums, ideally in a lead role in one or more technology domains.

As a suitably experienced IT professional, the IT Solution Architect will need:

• Solid experience in an IT Solution Architect, or similar role;
• Proven experience in the planning, design, development and implementation of major/complex IT solution;
• Solid experience of M365/Azure Infrastructures and other cloud technologies;
• Proven and effective problem solving skills with the ability to develop creative and innovative alternative solutions; and
• Strong understanding of cyber and information security principles and how these are applied in a technology and IT environments.

Whilst not essential, a tertiary qualification or architectural certification, such as TOGAF or Azure Certified Solutions Architect would be advantageous.

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Candidates will need to be eligible to obtain an Australian Government Security Clearance.

Whilst applications must be made online, confidential enquiries are welcome and may be directed to Roz Byrne, Talent Acquisition Lead via email: rbyrne@qinetiq.com.au

Applications will close on the 8th August 2025

Looking for an Employer with Benefits?

At QinetiQ, our competitive remuneration and benefits package supports your evolving needs throughout your career. You’ll share in the company’s success, and be rewarded for your own. We’ll invest in your professional development and provide an inclusive environment for you to succeed.

Some of our benefits include:

• Access to Linked In learning and professional development
• Flexible work
• Purchased leave program and loyalty leave

• Up to 18 weeks paid parental leave

• Annual incentive scheme
• Complimentary salary continuance insurance
• Annual volunteering leave with Operation Give Back
• Relaxed dress code

A full list of our employee benefits and further information can be found here:

https://www.qinetiq.com/en-au/careers/benefits

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As the defence industry in Australia grows, it is an exciting time to join QinetiQ. What the company looks like today will be different to that of tomorrow as we navigate an ever changing world. To innovate for our customers' advantage we value the need for diversity of thought in everything we do. We provide a flexible and inclusive environment where our people can bring their whole selves to work, meaningfully contribute and have equal opportunity to succeed. We actively seek applications from people who come from diverse backgrounds and experiences. Aligned with our Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Reconciliation Action Plan, we also encourage applications from women, veterans and First Nations people.

QinetiQ conducts pre-employment screening, including but not limited to identity verification and police checks, for all preferred candidates.