Systems Engineer – IT Infrastructure

Your role

At Allens, our business teams are specialists in their field, combining deep expertise, technology and collaboration to solve complex challenges and enable exceptional client outcomes.

You'll be part of our Information Technology team, based in Sydney. The IT team plays a critical role in how we work at Allens, delivering secure, reliable and future-focused technology solutions that support our people, clients and business. Within the Infrastructure team, you'll work alongside experienced technology professionals who are committed to continuous improvement, innovation and operational excellence.

As an entry-level Systems Engineer, you will:

• Support the day-to-day operation of the firm's infrastructure and business systems.

• Assist with the deployment and management of cloud infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles and Terraform.

• Work closely with senior cloud engineers to deliver Azure platform capabilities, landing zones and automation solutions.

• Assist in the implementation of cloud governance, security and compliance controls.

• Participate in troubleshooting and resolving infrastructure-related issues.

• Contribute to technology improvement initiatives and operational projects.

• Assist in documenting technical processes and maintaining operational procedures.

• Work closely with other IT teams to support business requirements and deliver positive outcomes.

• Participate in planned out-of-hours maintenance and support activities when required.

This is a permanent, full-time opportunity.

About you

You are a technically capable infrastructure professional who is motivated by solving complex problems, delivering high-quality outcomes and continuously developing your skills. You thrive in a collaborative, high-performing environment where curiosity, ownership and innovation are valued.

You will have:

• Hands-on experience supporting and administering Microsoft Azure in a professional or enterprise environment.

• Skills and experience across a broad range of areas, including one or more of the following:

  • Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365

  • Terraform and Infrastructure as Code (IaC)

  • PowerShell scripting and automation

  • Azure networking, identity and security services

  • Windows Server and Active Directory

  • Networking & security fundamentals

• The ability to learn quickly and adapt to evolving cloud technologies.

• Strong problem-solving skills and a willingness to investigate and resolve technical issues.

• A collaborative and team-oriented approach.

• The ability to remain organised and prioritise tasks effectively.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• An eagerness to learn new technologies and continue developing your technical capabilities.

• A positive attitude and a genuine interest in developing a long-term career in infrastructure and cloud engineering.

Your development

At Allens, you’ll be supported to grow through meaningful work, stretch opportunities, feedback, coaching and access to high-quality learning. You’ll work with experienced leaders and colleagues across the firm, building your capability, judgement and influence through the work you do every day.

Our perks

Our benefits include:

• Financial: market competitive fixed remuneration, employee recruitment referral program, discounts at hundreds of suppliers including retail outlets, health and travel insurance, charity matched funding program.

• Health and wellbeing: fully subsidised gym memberships, annual flu vaccinations, skin checks, in-house snacks and catered meals, subsidised sporting and social activities, Employee Assistance Program including confidential counselling, wellbeing coaching and financial coaching for employees and their families.

• Flexibility: hybrid and flexible working arrangements to support you in your work and life commitments and passions, equipment to support working from home. At Allens, we have a hybrid working model, typically 60% in the office and 40% from home. We'd be happy to discuss any flexible working arrangements that support you to perform at your best.

• Leave: ability to purchase additional annual leave, access to an enhanced, inclusive and flexible parental leave policy – 26 weeks paid parental leave with no minimum service for permanent employees and high quality executive coaching to support the transition.

• Recognition: team based recognition including social activities and contribution based recognition activities, and annual Allens Values Awards to nominate and recognise the incredible contributions of our people.

Allens is also proud to invest in our communities, giving you the opportunity to make a difference through our work on reconciliation, the environment and other social justice issues as well as our workplace giving and volunteering programs.

How to apply?

We'd love to hear from you so please click "apply now"! If you would like to find out more, please visit "This is Allens" or listen to our Allens Confidential podcast to hear real stories from real people about life at Allens. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please phone Priyanka Krishnan-D'Souza, Senior Talent Acquisition Consultant on +61 3 9613 8835.

At Allens, our culture is made up of unique backgrounds and varying life experiences. We celebrate our people's differences across gender and gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, cultural backgrounds, First Nations communities, and family and caring arrangements. If you require adjustments to fully participate in our application process, please contact us at careers@allens.com.au. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align, please express your interest by emailing us at careers@allens.com.au. The right role for you might be just around the corner!