Data Observability Engineer

IT & T

Project Management / Business Analysts

Data Observability Engineer (NV1) – Secure Analytics & Monitoring

Join a hands-on engineering team building and maturing data observability and analytics capabilities across complex, secure environments. You’ll design, implement and support monitoring/analytics tooling (think Elastic/ELK and NetFlow), automate repeatable processes, and contribute to technical documentation and integration outcomes for a high-impact program.


Location: Canberra, ACT (Onsite – Symonston)
  • Contract Duration: March 2026 to 30 October 2027 + two (2) x 12-month extension options
  • Security Clearance: Must hold a current NV1 (or higher) clearance
  • Closing Date: 10:00am Friday 13 February 2026

Essential Tasks:
  • Design, build and implement data observability and analytics tooling (Elastic/ELK, NetFlow).
  • Develop and maintain observability practices/procedures, including root cause analysis and optimisation advice.
  • Collaborate with engineering and validation teams to deploy/maintain experimental systems and support architectural decisions.
  • Provide SME support, reporting, and technical uplift (including just-in-time training as required).

Key Criteria:
  • Strong data observability/analytics experience (Elastic/ELK, Elastic Stack, NetFlow).
  • Advanced Linux capability (Red Hat environments) plus automation/scripting (e.g., Python/Bash/PowerShell).
  • DevSecOps and integration experience (CI/CD e.g., GitLab, APIs, networking/virtualisation).

How to Apply

Does this role sound perfect for you? If so, to register your interest in this role, please either contact Peter Ding or the Compas Team on (02) 6230 0233 and send through your CV by following the link below.


About Compas:

Compas Pty Ltd is a Canberra based wholly Australian owned, Recruitment and Services company that has been operating since 1987. We specialise in the provision of permanent, contract and temporary recruitment services, as well as specialised Consulting assignments.


YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE TREATED WITH THE STRICTEST CONFIDENCE

Due to the nature of this environment, candidates must hold a current NV1 clearance.
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