Information Technology
CURRENT VACANCIES
Below is a list of current vacancies that available within the Australian Information Technology (IT / ICT) sector. Browse at your convenience. If you find an opening that you are interested in, simply click on the link whereby you will be prompted to provide your details.
ANALYST PROGRAMMER
JOB DESCRIPTION: Also known as Programmer Analyst. Analyses user needs, produces requirements documentation and system plans, and encodes, tests, debugs, maintains and documents programs and applications. LOCATIONS: Brisbane (Queensland), Canberra (Australian Capital Territory), Darwin (Northern Territory), Hobart (Tasmania), Melbourne (Victoria), Perth (Western Australia), and Sydney (New South Wales) TASKS INCLUDE: - researching, consulting, analysing and evaluating system program needs - identifying technology limitations and deficiencies in existing systems and associated processes, procedures and methods - testing, debugging, diagnosing and correcting errors and faults in an applications programming language within established testing protocols, guidelines and quality standards to ensure programs and applications perform to specification - writing and maintaining program code to meet system requirements, system designs and technical specifications in accordance with quality accredited standards - writing, updating and maintaining technical program, end user documentation and operational procedures - providing advice, guidance and expertise in developing proposals and strategies for software design activities such as financial evaluation and costings for recommending software purchases and upgrades QUALIFICATIONS AND / OR EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: - A level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. - At least five years of relevant experience and/or relevant vendor certification may substitute for the formal qualification. - In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification. ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS: Overall band score of IELTS 5.0 (or equivalent), with a score of at least 5.0 in each of the test components. NOTE: You are exempt from needing to prove English language proficiency if you are regarded as an "exempt applicant". See our "English Language Requirements" page to learn if this applies to you. SKILLS ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENT? Yes. Your qualifications and/or experience needs to be assessed and certified by the relevant skills assessing authority as being at least equivalent to the relevant Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) qualification. The relevant Skills Assessing Authorities for this role: Australian Computer Society Incorporated (see: http://www.acs.org.au)
SOFTWARE ENGINEER
JOB DESCRIPTION: Also known as Software Architect or Software Designer. Designs, develops, modifies, documents, tests, implements, installs and supports software applications and systems. LOCATIONS: Brisbane (Queensland), Canberra (Australian Capital Territory), Darwin (Northern Territory), Hobart (Tasmania), Melbourne (Victoria), Perth (Western Australia), and Sydney (New South Wales) SPECIALISATIONS AVAILABLE: - Computer Applications - Engineer - Database Designer - Systems Architect TASKS INCLUDE: - researching, consulting, analysing and evaluating system program needs - identifying technology limitations and deficiencies in existing systems and associated processes, procedures and methods - testing, debugging, diagnosing and correcting errors and faults in an applications programming language within established testing protocols, guidelines and quality standards to ensure programs and applications perform to specification - writing and maintaining program code to meet system requirements, system designs and technical specifications in accordance with quality accredited standards - writing, updating and maintaining technical program, end user documentation and operational procedures - providing advice, guidance and expertise in developing proposals and strategies for software design activities such as financial evaluation and costings for recommending software purchases and upgrades QUALIFICATIONS AND / OR EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: - A level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. - At least five years of relevant experience and/or relevant vendor certification may substitute for the formal qualification. - In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification. ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS: Overall band score of IELTS 5.0 (or equivalent), with a score of at least 5.0 in each of the test components. NOTE: You are exempt from needing to prove English language proficiency if you are regarded as an "exempt applicant". See our "English Language Requirements" page to learn if this applies to you. SKILLS ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENT? Yes. Your qualifications and/or experience needs to be assessed and certified by the relevant skills assessing authority as being at least equivalent to the relevant Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) qualification. The relevant Skills Assessing Authorities for this role: Australian Computer Society Incorporated (see: http://www.acs.org.au)
SOFTWARE TESTER
JOB DESCRIPTION: Specifies, develops and writes test plans and test scripts, produces test cases, carries out regression testing, and uses automated test software applications to test the behaviour, functionality and integrity of computer software, and documents the results of tests in defect reports and related documentation. LOCATIONS: Brisbane (Queensland), Canberra (Australian Capital Territory), Darwin (Northern Territory), Hobart (Tasmania), Melbourne (Victoria), Perth (Western Australia), and Sydney (New South Wales). TASKS INCLUDE: - researching, consulting, analysing and evaluating system program needs - identifying technology limitations and deficiencies in existing systems and associated processes, procedures and methods - testing, debugging, diagnosing and correcting errors and faults in an applications programming language within established testing protocols, guidelines and quality standards to ensure programs and applications perform to specification - writing and maintaining program code to meet system requirements, system designs and technical specifications in accordance with quality accredited standards - writing, updating and maintaining technical program, end user documentation and operational procedures - providing advice, guidance and expertise in developing proposals and strategies for software design activities such as financial evaluation and costings for recommending software purchases and upgrades QUALIFICATIONS AND / OR EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: - A level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. - At least five years of relevant experience and/or relevant vendor certification may substitute for the formal qualification. - In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification. ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS: Overall band score of IELTS 5.0 (or equivalent), with a score of at least 4.5 in each of the test components. NOTE: You are exempt from needing to prove English language proficiency if you are regarded as an "exempt applicant". See our "English Language Requirements" page to learn if this applies to you. SKILLS ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENT? Yes. Your qualifications and/or experience needs to be assessed and certified by the relevant skills assessing authority as being at least equivalent to the relevant Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) qualification. The relevant Skills Assessing Authorities for this role: Australian Computer Society Incorporated (see: http://www.acs.org.au)
COMPUTER NETWORK AND SYSTEMS ENGINEER
JOB DESCRIPTION: Plans, develops, deploys, tests and optimises network and system services, taking responsibility for configuration management and overall operational readiness of network systems, especially environments with multiple operating systems and configurations, and provides troubleshooting and fault-finding services for network problems. LOCATIONS: Brisbane (Queensland), Canberra (Australian Capital Territory), Darwin (Northern Territory), Hobart (Tasmania), Melbourne (Victoria), Perth (Western Australia), and Sydney (New South Wales) SPECIALISATIONS AVAILABLE: - Computer Network Engineer - Computer Systems Integrator TASKS INCLUDE: Analysing, developing, interpreting and evaluating complex system design and architecture specifications, data models and diagrams in the development, configuration and integration of computer systems. Researching, analysing, evaluating and monitoring network infrastructure to ensure networks are configured to operate at optimal performance. Assessing and recommending improvements to network operations and integrated hardware, software, communications and operating systems. Providing specialist skills in supporting and troubleshooting network problems and emergencies. Installing, configuring, testing, maintaining and administering new and upgraded networks, software database applications, servers and workstations. Providing network programming in support of specific business needs and requirements. Preparing and maintaining procedures and documentation for network inventory, and recording diagnosis and resolution of network faults, enhancements and modifications to networks, and maintenance instructions. Monitoring network traffic, and activity, capacity and usage to ensure continued integrity and optimal network performance. QUALIFICATIONS AND / OR EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: A level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience and/or relevant vendor certification may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification. ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS: Overall band score of IELTS 5.0 (or equivalent), with a score of at least 5.0 in each of the test components. NOTE: You are exempt from needing to prove English language proficiency if you are regarded as an "exempt applicant". See our "English Language Requirements" page to learn if this applies to you. SKILLS ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENT? Yes. Your qualifications and/or experience needs to be assessed and certified by the relevant skills assessing authority as being at least equivalent to the relevant Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) qualification. The relevant Skills Assessing Authorities for this role: Australian Computer Society Incorporated (see: http://www.acs.org.au)
NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR
JOB DESCRIPTION: Also known as Network Specialist and Network Support. Installs and maintains hardware and software, documents diagnosis and resolution of faults, manages user passwords, security and inventory documentation, ensures the efficient performance of servers, printers and personal computers, and attends to other operational tasks. May also perform tasks such as help desk support and user training. LOCATIONS: Brisbane (Queensland), Canberra (Australian Capital Territory), Darwin (Northern Territory), Hobart (Tasmania), Melbourne (Victoria), Perth (Western Australia), and Sydney (New South Wales) SPECIALISATION AVAILABLE: - LAN Administrator TASKS INCLUDE: Analysing, developing, interpreting and evaluating complex system design and architecture specifications, data models and diagrams in the development, configuration and integration of computer systems. Researching, analysing, evaluating and monitoring network infrastructure to ensure networks are configured to operate at optimal performance. Assessing and recommending improvements to network operations and integrated hardware, software, communications and operating systems. Providing specialist skills in supporting and troubleshooting network problems and emergencies. Installing, configuring, testing, maintaining and administering new and upgraded networks, software database applications, servers and workstations. Providing network programming in support of specific business needs and requirements. Preparing and maintaining procedures and documentation for network inventory, and recording diagnosis and resolution of network faults, enhancements and modifications to networks, and maintenance instructions. Monitoring network traffic, and activity, capacity and usage to ensure continued integrity and optimal network performance. QUALIFICATIONS AND / OR EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: A level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience and/or relevant vendor certification may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification. ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS: Overall band score of IELTS 5.0 (or equivalent), with a score of at least 4.5 in each of the test components. NOTE: You are exempt from needing to prove English language proficiency if you are regarded as an "exempt applicant". See our "English Language Requirements" page to learn if this applies to you. SKILLS ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENT? Yes. Your qualifications and/or experience needs to be assessed and certified by the relevant skills assessing authority as being at least equivalent to the relevant Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) qualification. The relevant Skills Assessing Authorities for this role: Australian Computer Society Incorporated (see: http://www.acs.org.au)
NETWORK ANALYST
JOB DESCRIPTION: Also known as Network Designer or Network Strategist. Researches and analyses network architecture, and recommends policies and strategies for designing, planning and coordinating an organisation's network such as the total system environment and architecture. May also perform operational tasks such as monitoring system performance, software and hardware upgrades, backups, support and network maintenance. LOCATIONS: Brisbane (Queensland), Canberra (Australian Capital Territory), Darwin (Northern Territory), Hobart (Tasmania), Melbourne (Victoria), Perth (Western Australia), and Sydney (New South Wales) SPECIALISATIONS AVAILABLE: - Network Architect - Network Consultant TASKS INCLUDE: Analysing, developing, interpreting and evaluating complex system design and architecture specifications, data models and diagrams in the development, configuration and integration of computer systems. Researching, analysing, evaluating and monitoring network infrastructure to ensure networks are configured to operate at optimal performance. Assessing and recommending improvements to network operations and integrated hardware, software, communications and operating systems. Providing specialist skills in supporting and troubleshooting network problems and emergencies. Installing, configuring, testing, maintaining and administering new and upgraded networks, software database applications, servers and workstations. Providing network programming in support of specific business needs and requirements. Preparing and maintaining procedures and documentation for network inventory, and recording diagnosis and resolution of network faults, enhancements and modifications to networks, and maintenance instructions. Monitoring network traffic, and activity, capacity and usage to ensure continued integrity and optimal network performance. QUALIFICATIONS AND / OR EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: A level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience and/or relevant vendor certification may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification. ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS: Overall band score of IELTS 5.0 (or equivalent), with a score of at least 4.5 in each of the test components. NOTE: You are exempt from needing to prove English language proficiency if you are regarded as an "exempt applicant". See our "English Language Requirements" page to learn if this applies to you. SKILLS ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENT? Yes. Your qualifications and/or experience needs to be assessed and certified by the relevant skills assessing authority as being at least equivalent to the relevant Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) qualification. The relevant Skills Assessing Authorities for this role: Australian Computer Society Incorporated (see: http://www.acs.org.au)
DATABASE ADMINISTRATOR
JOB DESCRIPTION: Also known as Database Operator, Database Specialist, and Database Support. Plans, develops, configures, maintains and supports an organisation's database management system in accordance with user requirements ensuring optimal database integrity, security, backup, reliability and performance. LOCATIONS: Brisbane (Queensland), Canberra (Australian Capital Territory), Darwin (Northern Territory), Hobart (Tasmania), Melbourne (Victoria), Perth (Western Australia), and Sydney (New South Wales) SPECIALISATION AVAILABLE: - Database Analyst TASKS INCLUDE: Designing and maintaining database architecture, data structures, tables, dictionaries and naming conventions to ensure the accuracy and completeness of all data master files Performing the operational establishment and preventive maintenance of backups, recovery procedures, and enforcing security and integrity controls Implementing and administering database documentation, guidelines, policies and procedures Testing database systems and upgrades, such as debugging, tracking, reproduction, logging and resolving all identified problems, according to approved quality testing scripts, procedures and processes Accepting responsibility for the processes, procedures and operational management associated with system security and disaster recovery planning Liaising with security vendors, suppliers, service providers and external resources; analysing, recommending, installing and maintaining software security applications; and monitoring contractual obligations, performance delivery and service level agreements Troubleshooting and providing service support in diagnosing, resolving and repairing server-related hardware and software malfunctions, encompassing workstations and communication infrastructure Preparing and maintaining documentation, policies and instructions, and recording and detailing operational procedures and system logs Ensuring that the design of computer sites allows all components to fit together and work properly, and monitoring and adjusting the performance of networks Continually surveying the current computer site to determine future network needs and making recommendations for enhancements in the implementation of future servers and networks. QUALIFICATIONS AND / OR EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: A level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience and/or relevant vendor certification may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification. ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS: Overall band score of IELTS 5.0 (or equivalent), with a score of at least 4.5 in each of the test components. NOTE: You are exempt from needing to prove English language proficiency if you are regarded as an "exempt applicant". See our "English Language Requirements" page to learn if this applies to you. SKILLS ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENT? Yes. Your qualifications and/or experience needs to be assessed and certified by the relevant skills assessing authority as being at least equivalent to the relevant Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) qualification. The relevant Skills Assessing Authorities for this role: Australian Computer Society Incorporated (see: http://www.acs.org.au)
ICT SECURITY SPECIALIST
JOB DESCRIPTION: Also known as Security Administrator. Establishes, manages and administers an organisation's ICT security policy and procedures to ensure preventive and recovery strategies are in place, and minimise the risk of internal and external security threats. LOCATIONS: Brisbane (Queensland), Canberra (Australian Capital Territory), Darwin (Northern Territory), Hobart (Tasmania), Melbourne (Victoria), Perth (Western Australia), and Sydney (New South Wales) SPECIALISATION AVAILABLE: - Information Technology Security Manager TASKS INCLUDE: Designing and maintaining database architecture, data structures, tables, dictionaries and naming conventions to ensure the accuracy and completeness of all data master files Performing the operational establishment and preventive maintenance of backups, recovery procedures, and enforcing security and integrity controls Implementing and administering database documentation, guidelines, policies and procedures Testing database systems and upgrades, such as debugging, tracking, reproduction, logging and resolving all identified problems, according to approved quality testing scripts, procedures and processes Accepting responsibility for the processes, procedures and operational management associated with system security and disaster recovery planning Liaising with security vendors, suppliers, service providers and external resources; analysing, recommending, installing and maintaining software security applications; and monitoring contractual obligations, performance delivery and service level agreements Troubleshooting and providing service support in diagnosing, resolving and repairing server-related hardware and software malfunctions, encompassing workstations and communication infrastructure Preparing and maintaining documentation, policies and instructions, and recording and detailing operational procedures and system logs Ensuring that the design of computer sites allows all components to fit together and work properly, and monitoring and adjusting the performance of networks Continually surveying the current computer site to determine future network needs and making recommendations for enhancements in the implementation of future servers and networks. QUALIFICATIONS AND / OR EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: A level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience and/or relevant vendor certification may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification. ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS: Overall band score of IELTS 5.0 (or equivalent), with a score of at least 5.0 in each of the test components. NOTE: You are exempt from needing to prove English language proficiency if you are regarded as an "exempt applicant". See our "English Language Requirements" page to learn if this applies to you. SKILLS ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENT? Yes. Your qualifications and/or experience needs to be assessed and certified by the relevant skills assessing authority as being at least equivalent to the relevant Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) qualification. The relevant Skills Assessing Authorities for this role: Australian Computer Society Incorporated (see: http://www.acs.org.au)
ICT BUSINESS ANALYST
JOB DESCRIPTION: Also known as Business Consultant (ICT). Identifies and communicates with users to formulate and produce a requirements specification to create system and software solutions. LOCATIONS: Brisbane (Queensland), Canberra (Australian Capital Territory), Darwin (Northern Territory), Hobart (Tasmania), Melbourne (Victoria), Perth (Western Australia), and Sydney (New South Wales) SPECIALISATION AVAILABLE: - Business Systems Analyst TASKS INCLUDE: Working with users to formulate and document business requirements. Identifying, investigating, and analysing business processes, procedures and work practices. Identifying and evaluating inefficiencies and recommending optimal business practices, and system functionality and behaviour. Using project management methodologies, principles and techniques to develop project plans and to cost, resource and manage projects. Taking responsibility for deploying functional solutions, such as creating, adopting and implementing system test plans, which ensure acceptable quality and integrity of the system. Creating user and training documentation, and conducting formal training classes. Developing functional specifications for use by system developers. Using data and process modelling techniques to create clear system specifications for the design and development of system software. Acting as a central reference and information source, providing guidance and assistance in the system project decision making process. QUALIFICATIONS AND / OR EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: A level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience and/or relevant vendor certification may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification. ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS: Overall band score of IELTS 5.0 (or equivalent), with a score of at least 5.0 in each of the test components. NOTE: You are exempt from needing to prove English language proficiency if you are regarded as an "exempt applicant". See our "English Language Requirements" page to learn if this applies to you. SKILLS ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENT? Yes. Your qualifications and/or experience needs to be assessed and certified by the relevant skills assessing authority as being at least equivalent to the relevant Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) qualification. The relevant Skills Assessing Authorities for this role: Australian Computer Society Incorporated (see: http://www.acs.org.au)
SYSTEMS ANALYST
JOB DESCRIPTION: Evaluates processes and methods used in existing ICT systems, proposes modifications, additional system components or new systems to meet user needs as expressed in specifications and other documentation. LOCATIONS: Brisbane (Queensland), Canberra (Australian Capital Territory), Darwin (Northern Territory), Hobart (Tasmania), Melbourne (Victoria), Perth (Western Australia), and Sydney (New South Wales) TASKS INCLUDE: Researching, consulting, analysing and evaluating system program needs. Identifying technology limitations and deficiencies in existing systems and associated processes, procedures and methods. Testing, debugging, diagnosing and correcting errors and faults in an applications programming language within established testing protocols, guidelines and quality standards to ensure programs and applications perform to specification. Writing and maintaining program code to meet system requirements, system designs and technical specifications in accordance with quality accredited standards. Writing, updating and maintaining technical program, end user documentation and operational procedures. Providing advice, guidance and expertise in developing proposals and strategies for software design activities such as financial evaluation and costings for recommending software purchases and upgrades. QUALIFICATIONS AND / OR EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: A level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience and/or relevant vendor certification may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification. ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS: Overall band score of IELTS 5.0 (or equivalent), with a score of at least 5.0 in each of the test components. NOTE: You are exempt from needing to prove English language proficiency if you are regarded as an "exempt applicant". See our "English Language Requirements" page to learn if this applies to you. SKILLS ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENT? Yes. Your qualifications and/or experience needs to be assessed and certified by the relevant skills assessing authority as being at least equivalent to the relevant Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) qualification. The relevant Skills Assessing Authorities for this role: Australian Computer Society Incorporated (see: http://www.acs.org.au)
SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR
JOB DESCRIPTION: Also known as a Systems Manager. Plans, develops, installs, troubleshoots, maintains and supports an operating system and associated server hardware, software and databases ensuring optimum system integrity, security, backup and performance. SPECIALISATIONS: - Communications - Programmer (Systems) - Database Developer - Database Programmer (Systems) - Network Programmer - Software Developer - Software Programmer LOCATIONS: Brisbane (Queensland), Canberra (Australian Capital Territory), Darwin (Northern Territory), Hobart (Tasmania), Melbourne (Victoria), Perth (Western Australia), and Sydney (New South Wales) TASKS INCLUDE: Designing and maintaining database architecture, data structures, tables, dictionaries and naming conventions to ensure the accuracy and completeness of all data master files. Performing the operational establishment and preventive maintenance of backups, recovery procedures, and enforcing security and integrity controls. Implementing and administering database documentation, guidelines, policies and procedures. Testing database systems and upgrades, such as debugging, tracking, reproduction, logging and resolving all identified problems, according to approved quality testing scripts, procedures and processes. Accepting responsibility for the processes, procedures and operational management associated with system security and disaster recovery planning. Liaising with security vendors, suppliers, service providers and external resources; analysing, recommending, installing and maintaining software security applications; and monitoring contractual obligations, performance delivery and service level agreements. Troubleshooting and providing service support in diagnosing, resolving and repairing server-related hardware and software malfunctions, encompassing workstations and communication infrastructure. Preparing and maintaining documentation, policies and instructions, and recording and detailing operational procedures and system logs. Ensuring that the design of computer sites allows all components to fit together and work properly, and monitoring and adjusting the performance of networks. Continually surveying the current computer site to determine future network needs and making recommendations for enhancements in the implementation of future servers and networks. QUALIFICATIONS AND / OR EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: A level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience and/or relevant vendor certification may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1) ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS: Overall band score of IELTS 5.0 (or equivalent), with a score of at least 4.5 in each of the test components. NOTE: You are exempt from needing to prove English language proficiency if you are regarded as an "exempt applicant". See our "English Language Requirements" page to learn if this applies to you. SKILLS ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENT? Yes. Your qualifications and/or experience needs to be assessed and certified by the relevant skills assessing authority as being at least equivalent to the relevant Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) qualification. The relevant Skills Assessing Authorities for this role: Australian Computer Society Incorporated (see: http://www.acs.org.au)
ICT QUALITY ASSURANCE ENGINEER
JOB DESCRIPTION: Also known as Quality Analyst (ICT), Quality Manager (ICT), and Quality Specialist (ICT). Creates, maintains and manages technical quality assurance processes and procedures to assess efficiency, validity, value and functional performance of computer systems and environments, and audits systems to ensure compliance with, and adherence to, accredited internal and external industry quality standards and regulations. May supervise the work of ICT quality assurance teams. LOCATIONS: Brisbane (Queensland), Canberra (Australian Capital Territory), Darwin (Northern Territory), Hobart (Tasmania), Melbourne (Victoria), Perth (Western Australia), and Sydney (New South Wales) SPECIALISATIONS AVAILABLE: - Computer Systems Auditor - Systems Auditor (ICT) TASKS INCLUDE: Scheduling and conducting quality audit inspections, and analysing and reviewing systems, data and documentation. Identifying variations and potential high risk areas in securing adherence to standards and procedures. Recommending corrective action plans and improvements in the resolution of non-compliance with standards detected through monitoring and auditing of processes and procedures. Communicating, educating and liaising with users and management to ensure awareness and adherence to standards, procedures and quality control issues and activities. Assisting in troubleshooting, diagnosing, testing and resolving system problems and issues. Developing, conducting and providing technical guidance and training in application software and operational procedures. Analysing, evaluating and diagnosing technical problems and issues such as installation, maintenance, repair, upgrade and configuration and troubleshooting of desktops, software, hardware, printers, internet, email, databases, operating systems and security systems. Testing, identifying and diagnosing functionality errors and faults in systems, and programming code within established testing protocols, guidelines and quality standards to ensure systems perform to specification. Performing organisational systems architecture reviews and assessments, and recommending current and future hardware and software strategies and directions. Creating and reviewing technical documentation such as procedural, instructional and operational guides and manuals, technical reports and specifications and maintenance inventory systems. QUALIFICATIONS AND / OR EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: A level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience and/or relevant vendor certification may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification. ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS: Overall band score of IELTS 5.0 (or equivalent), with a score of at least 4.5 in each of the test components. NOTE: You are exempt from needing to prove English language proficiency if you are regarded as an "exempt applicant". See our "English Language Requirements" page to learn if this applies to you. SKILLS ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENT? Yes. Your qualifications and/or experience needs to be assessed and certified by the relevant skills assessing authority as being at least equivalent to the relevant Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) qualification. The relevant Skills Assessing Authorities for this role: Australian Computer Society Incorporated (see: http://www.acs.org.au)
ICT SUPPORT ENGINEER
JOB DESCRIPTION: Also known as Support Analyst and Support Architect. Develops support procedures and strategies for systems, networks, operating systems and applications development, solves problems and provides technical expertise and direction in support of system infrastructure and process improvements, and diagnoses and resolves complex system problems. LOCATIONS: Brisbane (Queensland), Canberra (Australian Capital Territory), Darwin (Northern Territory), Hobart (Tasmania), Melbourne (Victoria), Perth (Western Australia), and Sydney (New South Wales) TASKS INCLUDE: Scheduling and conducting quality audit inspections, and analysing and reviewing systems, data and documentation. Identifying variations and potential high risk areas in securing adherence to standards and procedures. Recommending corrective action plans and improvements in the resolution of non-compliance with standards detected through monitoring and auditing of processes and procedures. Communicating, educating and liaising with users and management to ensure awareness and adherence to standards, procedures and quality control issues and activities. Assisting in troubleshooting, diagnosing, testing and resolving system problems and issues. Developing, conducting and providing technical guidance and training in application software and operational procedures. Analysing, evaluating and diagnosing technical problems and issues such as installation, maintenance, repair, upgrade and configuration and troubleshooting of desktops, software, hardware, printers, internet, email, databases, operating systems and security systems. Testing, identifying and diagnosing functionality errors and faults in systems, and programming code within established testing protocols, guidelines and quality standards to ensure systems perform to specification. Performing organisational systems architecture reviews and assessments, and recommending current and future hardware and software strategies and directions. Creating and reviewing technical documentation such as procedural, instructional and operational guides and manuals, technical reports and specifications and maintenance inventory systems. QUALIFICATIONS AND / OR EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: A level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience and/or relevant vendor certification may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification. ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS: Overall band score of IELTS 5.0 (or equivalent), with a score of at least 4.5 in each of the test components. NOTE: You are exempt from needing to prove English language proficiency if you are regarded as an "exempt applicant". See our "English Language Requirements" page to learn if this applies to you. SKILLS ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENT? Yes. Your qualifications and/or experience needs to be assessed and certified by the relevant skills assessing authority as being at least equivalent to the relevant Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) qualification. The relevant Skills Assessing Authorities for this role: Australian Computer Society Incorporated (see: http://www.acs.org.au)
ICT SYSTEMS TEST ENGINEER
JOB DESCRIPTION: Also known as Systems Tester or Test Analyst (ICT). Specifies, develops and writes test plans and test scripts, produces test cases, carries out regression testing, and uses automated test software applications to test the behaviour, functionality and integrity of systems, and documents the results of tests in defect reports and related documentation. LOCATIONS: Brisbane (Queensland), Canberra (Australian Capital Territory), Darwin (Northern Territory), Hobart (Tasmania), Melbourne (Victoria), Perth (Western Australia), and Sydney (New South Wales) TASKS INCLUDE: Scheduling and conducting quality audit inspections, and analysing and reviewing systems, data and documentation. Identifying variations and potential high risk areas in securing adherence to standards and procedures. Recommending corrective action plans and improvements in the resolution of non-compliance with standards detected through monitoring and auditing of processes and procedures. Communicating, educating and liaising with users and management to ensure awareness and adherence to standards, procedures and quality control issues and activities. Assisting in troubleshooting, diagnosing, testing and resolving system problems and issues. Developing, conducting and providing technical guidance and training in application software and operational procedures. Analysing, evaluating and diagnosing technical problems and issues such as installation, maintenance, repair, upgrade and configuration and troubleshooting of desktops, software, hardware, printers, internet, email, databases, operating systems and security systems. Testing, identifying and diagnosing functionality errors and faults in systems, and programming code within established testing protocols, guidelines and quality standards to ensure systems perform to specification. Performing organisational systems architecture reviews and assessments, and recommending current and future hardware and software strategies and directions. Creating and reviewing technical documentation such as procedural, instructional and operational guides and manuals, technical reports and specifications and maintenance inventory systems. QUALIFICATIONS AND / OR EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: A level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience and/or relevant vendor certification may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification. ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS: Overall band score of IELTS 5.0 (or equivalent), with a score of at least 4.5 in each of the test components. NOTE: You are exempt from needing to prove English language proficiency if you are regarded as an "exempt applicant". See our "English Language Requirements" page to learn if this applies to you. SKILLS ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENT? Yes. Your qualifications and/or experience needs to be assessed and certified by the relevant skills assessing authority as being at least equivalent to the relevant Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) qualification. The relevant Skills Assessing Authorities for this role: Australian Computer Society Incorporated (see: http://www.acs.org.au)
ICT TRAINER
JOB DESCRIPTION: Also known as a ICT Educator. Analyses and evaluates information-based system training needs and objectives, and develops, schedules and conducts ICT-based system training programs and courses. LOCATIONS: Brisbane (Queensland), Canberra (Australian Capital Territory), Darwin (Northern Territory), Hobart (Tasmania), Melbourne (Victoria), Perth (Western Australia), and Sydney (New South Wales) SPECIALISATION AVAILABLE: - Software Trainer TASKS INCLUDE: Identifying technical training needs and requirements of individuals and organisations. Setting human resource development objectives and evaluating learning outcomes. Preparing and developing instructional training material and aids such as handbooks, visual aids, online tutorials, demonstration models, and supporting training reference documentation. Designing, coordinating, scheduling and conducting ICT training and development programs that can be delivered in the form of individual and group instruction, and facilitating workshops, meetings, demonstrations and conferences. Liaising with external training providers to arrange delivery of specific training and development programs. Promoting internal and external training and development, and evaluating these promotional activities. Monitoring and performing ongoing evaluation and assessment of training quality and effectiveness, and reviewing and modifying training objectives, methods and course deliverables. Gathering, investigating and researching background materials to gain a full understanding of the ICT subject matter and systems. Keeping up-to-date with new product version releases, advances in programming languages, application development software, and general information technology trends. Writing end user products and materials such as user training, tutorial and instruction manuals, online help, and operating and maintenance instructions. QUALIFICATIONS AND / OR EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: A level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience and/or relevant vendor certification may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification. ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS: Overall band score of IELTS 5.0 (or equivalent), with a score of at least 4.5 in each of the test components. NOTE: You are exempt from needing to prove English language proficiency if you are regarded as an "exempt applicant". See our "English Language Requirements" page to learn if this applies to you. SKILLS ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENT? Yes. Your qualifications and/or experience needs to be assessed and certified by the relevant skills assessing authority as being at least equivalent to the relevant Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) qualification. The relevant Skills Assessing Authorities for this role: Australian Computer Society Incorporated (see: http://www.acs.org.au)
MULTIMEDIA SPECIALIST
JOB DESCRIPTION: Also known as a Electronic Game Developer, Multimedia Developer, or Multimedia Programmer. Creates and manipulates computer animation, audio, video and graphic image files into multimedia programs to produce data and content for CD-ROMs, information kiosks, multimedia presentations, websites, mobile telephone resources, electronic gaming environments, e-commerce and e-security solutions, and entertainment and education products. LOCATIONS: Brisbane (Queensland), Canberra (Australian Capital Territory), Darwin (Northern Territory), Hobart (Tasmania), Melbourne (Victoria), Perth (Western Australia), and Sydney (New South Wales) TASKS INCLUDE: Analysing, designing and developing internet sites applying a mixture of artistry and creativity with software programming and scripting languages and interfacing with operating environments. Designing and developing digital animations, imaging, presentations, games, audio and video clips, and internet applications using multimedia software, tools and utilities, interactive graphics and programming languages. Communicating with network specialists regarding web-related issues, such as security and hosting websites, to control and enforce internet and web server security, space allocation, user access, business continuity, website backup and disaster recovery planning. Designing, developing and integrating computer code with other specialised inputs, such as image files, audio files and scripting languages, to produce, maintain and support websites. Assisting in analysing, specifying and developing internet strategies, web-based methodologies and development plans. QUALIFICATIONS AND / OR EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: A level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience and/or relevant vendor certification may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification. ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS: Overall band score of IELTS 5.0 (or equivalent), with a score of at least 5.0 in each of the test components. NOTE: You are exempt from needing to prove English language proficiency if you are regarded as an "exempt applicant". See our "English Language Requirements" page to learn if this applies to you. SKILLS ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENT? Yes. Your qualifications and/or experience needs to be assessed and certified by the relevant skills assessing authority as being at least equivalent to the relevant Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) qualification. The relevant Skills Assessing Authorities for this role: Australian Computer Society Incorporated (see: http://www.acs.org.au)
WEB DEVELOPER
JOB DESCRIPTION: Also known as a Web Programmer. Plans, produces and maintains websites using web programming languages, software applications, technologies and databases together with specifications of user needs, often in conjunction with other ICT Professionals such as Business Analysts, Web Designers and network and usability specialists. LOCATIONS: Brisbane (Queensland), Canberra (Australian Capital Territory), Darwin (Northern Territory), Hobart (Tasmania), Melbourne (Victoria), Perth (Western Australia), and Sydney (New South Wales) TASKS INCLUDE: Analysing, designing and developing internet sites applying a mixture of artistry and creativity with software programming and scripting languages and interfacing with operating environments. Designing and developing digital animations, imaging, presentations, games, audio and video clips, and internet applications using multimedia software, tools and utilities, interactive graphics and programming languages. Communicating with network specialists regarding web-related issues, such as security and hosting websites, to control and enforce internet and web server security, space allocation, user access, business continuity, website backup and disaster recovery planning. Designing, developing and integrating computer code with other specialised inputs, such as image files, audio files and scripting languages, to produce, maintain and support websites. Assisting in analysing, specifying and developing internet strategies, web-based methodologies and development plans. QUALIFICATIONS AND / OR EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: A level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience and/or relevant vendor certification may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification. ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS: Overall band score of IELTS 5.0 (or equivalent), with a score of at least 4.5 in each of the test components. NOTE: You are exempt from needing to prove English language proficiency if you are regarded as an "exempt applicant". See our "English Language Requirements" page to learn if this applies to you. SKILLS ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENT? Yes. Your qualifications and/or experience needs to be assessed and certified by the relevant skills assessing authority as being at least equivalent to the relevant Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) qualification. The relevant Skills Assessing Authorities for this role: Australian Computer Society Incorporated (see: http://www.acs.org.au)