Modern Workplace Engineer (12 Month Fixed Contract)

About xAmplify

xAmplify Leading Australias Digital Evolution

At xAmplify were shaping Australias future by combining intelligent automation with humancentred technology services to deliver real impact across government and enterprise.

Our vision is bold to accelerate the safe and secure adoption of Automation and AI across Australia.

We partner with some of the worlds most innovative technology providers to bring cuttingedge solutions into realworld environments helping organisations transform how they operate make decisions and deliver services.

For our people this means working on meaningful projects solving complex problems and being part of a team that values innovation collaboration and growth.

About the Role

Were looking for a Contract Modern Workplace Engineer to play a central role in designing deploying and improving a Windows 11 Standard Operating Environment (SOE) for a Federal Government client.

This role focuses on driving the transition from Windows 10 SCCMbased endpoint management to a cloudnative Microsoft Intune model aligned with the ASD Cloud Blueprint and Essential Eight maturity requirements. Youll work closely with delivery teams cyber specialists and client stakeholders to ensure endpoints are secure compliant and continuously improving.

If youre passionate about modern endpoint management security and automation this role is for you.

What Youll Do

Modern SOE Design & Deployment

• Design deploy and maintain a Windows 11 SOE aligned with Commonwealth security standards
• Lead migration from SCCM/ConfigMgr to Microsoft Intune including Autopilot and Entra ID join
• Create and maintain SOE build documentation baselines and deployment guides
• Manage Intune configuration profiles compliance policies and Windows Update for Business

Application Packaging & Application Control

• Package test and deploy applications using Intune (Win32 MSIX LOB)
• Manage application whitelisting using Airlock Digital (or equivalent) aligned to Essential Eight
• Maintain application inventories and packaging libraries
• Review and manage application whitelist exceptions through structured change processes

Endpoint Security & Compliance

• Configure Intune compliance and conditional access policies
• Support Microsoft Defender for Endpoint configuration and alert triage
• Identify and remediate compliance gaps and misconfigurations
• Contribute to Essential Eight uplift initiatives (application control patching OS hardening)

Collaboration & Technical Leadership

• Act as a technical escalation point for service desk and desktop teams
• Engage directly with client stakeholders to understand requirements and communicate outcomes
• Collaborate with project managers cyber teams and engineers
• Support and mentor junior engineers

What Were Looking For

• 5 years experience in modern workplace endpoint engineering or systems roles
• Strong handson experience with Microsoft Intune (enrolment compliance config apps)
• Experience designing and deploying Windows 11 SOEs
• Experience migrating endpoints from SCCM/ConfigMgr to Intune
• Handson experience with Airlock Digital or similar application control tooling
• Solid understanding of ASD Essential Eight (especially application control & patching)
• Familiarity with ISM PSPF and ASD Cloud Blueprint standards
• Strong technical documentation skills
• Clear communication and strong stakeholder engagement

This Role is for YOU if

• Thrive in fast-paced environments
• Enjoys working with stakeholders
• Comfortable with change and ambiguity

Eligibility

• Australian Citizenship required
• Baseline clearance preferred (or ability to obtain)
• Canberra-based or able to work onsite

xAmplify partners with a diverse client base including Federal Government Defense Enterprise State Government and Private Sector. As a result our eligibility criteria may vary depending on the projects you may undertake

Our Federal Government and Defence Projectswill require:

• Australian Citizenship
• An active Baseline (or higher) security clearance or the ability to obtain one

Our Enterprise State Government Local Government and Private Sector Projectswill require:

• Full Australian working rights which caninclude an appropriate visa If youre unsure on how your eligibility aligns feel free to connect with uswed love to connect and chat!

Location

Were flexible! If youre in Canberra Sydney Melbourne Brisbane or the Sunshine Coast youll have the opportunity to connect with us in person in our offices but we also welcome candidates from locations across the Australian East Coast. Our team operates on a hybrid work model so you will have the ability to work from our office client sites (as required with your allocated projects) or from home.

Engagement Type

Contractor

• For this role we are seeking individuals seeking to engage via a contract for a 12 month period.

Salary

• For this role we are offering an hourly rate range of $100 $150.

Joining xAmplify

At xAmplify youll be part of a highgrowth peoplefirst technology consultancy where your work has real impact. Youll collaborate with talented teams work on meaningful projects and continue to grow your career in a supportive environment. We take our culture pretty seriously which is why we have an awesome XVP in place that outlines and promise to you and your journey with xAmplify.

As part of this we offer:

• Flexible working arrangements with strong support for wellbeing and worklife balance
• Competitive benefits rewards and recognition through Employment Hero and WhereFit
• Clear career pathways certifications and opportunities across automation ERP business transformation cyber and beyond
• A connected national team with regular engagement learning and collaboration opportunities
• A culture built on diversity inclusion and community impact through our own xAmplify Foundation

We almost forgot to mention that were a Great Place to Work Certified organisation and weve recently made the 2026 Best Workplaces in Technology so you know youre joining an organisation thats people first!

Ready to Apply

Ready to play a key role in Australias digital evolution Apply now or reach out to wed love to hear from you.

The future isnt just coming were creating it.

Equal Opportunity Statement

At xAmplify diversity fuels innovation. We welcome applications from all backgrounds identities and abilities and are committed to building an inclusive workplace for everyone.