Information Architect | Location - Flexible

Job Description

Be part of the next generation of Defence capability delivery.  

Opportunity to build the information framework for a large Defence project.

Enjoy flexible work practices, engaging work and an inclusive culture, where we strive to make every individual feel valued.

At BAE Systems we are recognised for delivering projects of global and national significance to our customers and with this we are known for developing some of the most impressive careers.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for an Information Architect within Maritime Australia. Our key site is based in Adelaide, although there may be flexibility to accommodate other locations across Australia for the right candidate. 

What this opportunity will mean for you?

• Performing purposeful work where your efforts are recognised in an environment that enables you to thrive
• World class career opportunities, as our biggest project is YOU! Your success is our success
• Access to our competitive employee benefits program that are designed to better support you: Employee Benefits
• Being part of a workplace culture that is safe, inclusive and takes pride in their company values  
• BAE Systems Australia offers a hybrid working arrangement and a 9 day fortnight option which is a great opportunity to support flexible working

Your new role:

As the Information Architect you will provide the necessary leadership, analysis and design tasks associated with defining an information framework for engineering and product data that will become the 'digital twins' for the Hunter Frigates. As part of this responsibility you will work closely and collaboratively with engineering stakeholders, Business Architects, Solution Architects and data governance leads

More specifically, you will:

• Engage with engineering and business and functions to ensure the support, direction and planning of the digital information architectures are aligned to program/product needs
• Define information architecture requirements in accordance with enterprise, 'product build' and 'product operation' data models that are going to need to last 30-40 years
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of technology roadmaps that assist with strategic planning and implementation
• Provide solution and architectural guidance to the program ensuring awareness of industry trends as a critical input
• Collaborating with the above stakeholders to develop the necessary information architecture catalogues, future state architecture and information reference models
• Identifying & documenting information architecture requirements in collaboration with SMEs from various engineering, IM&T & cyber-security teams
• Ensuring that future technology design solutions are aligned with the information architecture framework
• Update and develop matrices across the architecture by relating information architecture components to engineering services, business capabilities, business functions, access rights, and application models
• Elaborate Information Architecture practices and standards for how data is created, distributed, migrated, secured, and archived

About you:

As an ideal applicant for this opportunity, you'll have:

• Strong engagement and relationship experience, confident in delivering presentations to senior-level executives and technical audiences
• Excellent communication, presentation, negotiation, written and interpersonal skills, including an ability to build rapport with key stakeholders, employees at all levels
• Minimum 5 years in disciplines such as data architecture, middleware, database development or systems engineering
• Experience developing architecture blueprints, strategies and roadmaps
• Exposure to multiple, diverse technologies, platforms and processing environments
• Good understanding of strategic, new and emerging technology trends, and the practical application of existing, new and emerging technologies
• Defence security clearance or eligibility to obtain
• Degree qualification in ICT or Engineering (preferable) disciplines

We strongly believe in hiring for potential, so if this role resonates with you, but you don't meet all the required criteria, we would still love to hear from you!   

Clearances:

As Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain appropriate clearance. 

International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role.

Further information regarding clearances is available at: https://careers.au.baesystems.com/opportunity.html

Applications should be addressed to: Calvin Ebenezer - Talent Acquisition Specialist – IM&T and made online here. Confidential enquiries are welcome via email: calvin.ebenezer@baesystems.com

Our culture:

You will be joining a culture that truly cares about your wellbeing. Diversity and inclusion is at the top of our agenda. We are striving to create an inclusive culture where the voices and talents of every individual are valued and everyone has a sense of belonging.

We welcome applications from all people regardless of sex, gender identity, race, ethnicity, disability, pregnancy, age, or other lived experience.

We are also proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180

If you would like to know more information about how we are supporting our employees, you can view our policies and initiatives via this link.

To learn about other employment opportunities at BAE Systems, please visit: www.baesystemscareers.com.au

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