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Lead Application Analyst


Company : NSW Department of Education


Location : Sydney, New South Wales


Created : 2026-04-18


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Join to apply for the Lead Application Analyst role at NSW Department of Education1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Lead Application Analyst role at NSW Department of EducationJob Description2 x Ongoing Full Time PositionA talent pool may be created through this recruitment process to fill anticipated vacancies over the next 18 monthsCompetitive remuneration ranging from $129,464 to $142,665 plus super & annual leave loading.Job DescriptionAt the NSW Department of Education, we educate and inspire lifelong learners from early childhood, through schooling to vocational education and training.2 x Ongoing Full Time PositionLocation: EveleighA talent pool may be created through this recruitment process to fill anticipated vacancies over the next 18 monthsCompetitive remuneration ranging from $129,464 to $142,665 plus super & annual leave loading.An exciting opportunity to contribute to Australia''s largest and most comprehensive ICT environment that supports world class education by joining a dynamic team in a large-scale environment where you can be part of the significant investment in driving and accelerating innovation to enrich student learning.The Lead Application Analyst oversees the design, development, troubleshooting, and debugging of websites and single-page applications, shaping department practices and the design system. They lead a team to provide high-quality ICT support, ensuring seamless integration of new systems, operational efficiency, and optimal application performance.Their responsibilities include identifying opportunities for application and system enhancements, developing integration methodologies in collaboration with ICT professionals and stakeholders, advising on initiatives, managing change processes, and overseeing technology upgrades to minimize downtime.They plan for emerging ICT needs such as security and disaster recovery, create and maintain documentation and knowledge resources, supervise advanced technical support, and analyse trends to resolve performance issues.For further information please click here to view the role descriptionAbout You -Have a passion for automating everything with a deep understanding of configuration management, continuous integration pipelines, and the practical application of agile methodologies.Experience in AWS Services such as: CloudFormation, Route53, CloudFront, API Gateway, SQS, S3, DynamoDB, Lambda, Cognito, AWS SDKExperience in OpenShift Platform: Docker Containers and KubernetesExperience in DevOps tools such as: CloudFormation, Serverless Framework, Maven, GIT, Terraforms, Jenkins/Bamboo, Tekton, ArgoCD, OpenShiftHighly organised.Excellent interpersonal skills.Strong communication and collaboration skills to work cohesively with stakeholders to deliver results.Ability to work with a team autonomously.Knowledge of and commitment to implementing the Department''s Aboriginal Education Policy and upholding the Department''s Partnership Agreement with the NSW AECG and to ensure quality outcomes for Aboriginal people.Essential Requirements Of The RoleDegree in Computer Science or related degree or equivalent experience in Information Technology.A valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) for paid employment.Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the value of public education.BenefitsFlexible working arrangements35 hour working weekCompetitive, salary sacrificing, employer''s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loadingFlex Leave entitlements, generous holidays & leave conditionsOpportunities for advancement and mobility across the Department to support your career growthHow To ApplyAttach a resume (maximum 5 pages) and a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how you meet the requirements and capabilities of this role.Please refer to the Applicant''s Guide to Applying to assist you with your application.If you are an existing Education Support Staff (corporate staff) with the NSW Department of Education, click here for instructions on how to submit your application.All other applicants please submit your application by clicking ''Apply Now''.Note: the selection process will include a range of assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role. Successful candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening for this role which includes a National Criminal History Check.This is a child-related role. As a condition of employment you will be required to provide a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) Clearance number (for paid employment). Visit the website for more information.Candidates must have Australian work rights (citizens, permanent residents, New Zealand citizens or a valid work visa). Ongoing (permanent) roles are open to Australian citizens and permanent residents and New Zealand citizens, while temporary roles welcome applicants with a visa.Closing date: Sunday 14 September 2025 at 11:59pm.No email applications will be acceptedFor role enquiries please contact Poorna at [email protected] welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team ([email protected]) or visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion.A recruitment pool may be created through this recruitment process. A recruitment pool is a group of applicants who have been assessed and identified as suitable for this role, and who may be considered for a range of similar roles, including temporary, term or ongoing roles, over the next 18 months.Seniority levelSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionInformation TechnologyIndustriesEducation Administration Programs and IT Services and IT ConsultingReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at NSW Department of Education by 2xSign in to set job alerts for "Lead Application Analyst" roles.Engineering Applications Analyst (Up to 10 month temporary opportunity)Auburn, New South Wales, Australia 3 days agoParramatta, New South Wales, Australia 4 days agoSenior Application Technical Analyst (Student Information Delivery)We''re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr