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We’re now seeking an experienced Google Distributed Cloud (GDC) SME to join our team in Ballarat, supporting one of Australia’s most complex restricted-environment programs.

About the Role

As the Technical SME for Google Distributed Cloud (GDC) Air-Gapped, you will lead the design, build and secure deployment of GDC infrastructure within a highly restricted, offline environment. This is a hands-on delivery role focused on architecture, Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC), Kubernetes engineering, compliance, and deterministic deployment workflows.

You’ll work closely with cloud, security, network, and vendor stakeholders to meet project milestones and deliver a reliable, secure, and compliant platform aligned with government standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Design end-to-end GDC Air-Gapped (Kubernetes) cluster, platform and network architecture aligned to offline constraints.

• Build and package Terraform modules (Kubernetes provider – GDC), Kubernetes manifests, and policy bundles for fully offline deployment.

• Configure and deploy GDC components, including GKE Enterprise clusters, Anthos services, and private registries, using deterministic pipelines.

• Establish and maintain disconnected CI/CD workflows and private registries (container images, Helm charts, Terraform modules).

• Conduct SIT/UAT, controlled environment builds, cluster lifecycle validation and upgrade procedures.

• Ensure alignment with PSPF, ISM, Essential Eight and internal governance requirements.

• Produce clear and comprehensive documentation including Detailed Designs, runbooks, testing artefacts and handover materials.

• Collaborate with security, cloud, networking and third-party vendors to remove blockers and drive project delivery.

Skills & Experience

• Proven hands-on experience with Google Cloud, GKE Enterprise, and Anthos.

• Strong capability in Terraform and IaC engineering for offline or air-gapped environments.

• Deep Kubernetes engineering experience across cluster creation, upgrades, node image pipelines, and GitOps/ACM—especially in disconnected environments.

• Strong understanding of offline CI/CD, private registries and mirrored repositories.

• Working knowledge of PSPF, ISM and the Essential Eight.

• Experience with comparable hybrid-cloud solutions (Azure Stack, AWS Outposts) is beneficial but not essential.

Why Join Accenture?

• Work on a flagship, nationally significant secure-tech program.

• Competitive salary + benefits, with structured learning and certifications.

• Inclusive, supportive team culture that values innovation, diversity and growth.

• Access to global expertise and cutting-edge technology ecosystems.

Eligibility

• Australian Citizenship is mandatory due to security and environment requirements.

• Due to the security requirement of the role NV1 Security clearance is a requirement.

• Candidates with Baseline clearance ready to move to NV1 Security level may be considered for the role.

• This role is based onsite in Ballarat, 5 days per week

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About Accenture

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