Backup and Data Protection Engineer

About the Role

Join Leidos Australia as a Backup and Data Protection Engineer within our Digital Modernisation Division. This role involves managing complex, multi-vendor technology systems with a focus on data protection, cyber resilience, and ensuring business continuity through robust backup and disaster recovery solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and continually enhance enterprise backup and data protection services to ensure system resiliency and reliable recovery options.
• Oversee and refine Commvault backup systems, managing the setup, ongoing monitoring, and troubleshooting of backup and restore operations.
• Develop and implement scalable backup strategies addressing both cloud and on-premise infrastructures aligned with defined recovery objectives (RPO/RTO).
• Enhance cyber resilience by securing backups, controlling access, monitoring incidents, and responding effectively to backup-related security events.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to maintain governance, ensure compliance, document processes, and drive ongoing service improvements.

Experience and Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise administering Commvault backup solutions within enterprise-scale environments.
• Deep understanding of backup methodologies, disaster recovery principles, and cyber resilience features such as immutable storage and ransomware defenses.
• Technical knowledge spanning hybrid environments including on-premises, virtualized infrastructures, and cloud platforms like Azure or AWS.
• Proficient with automation and scripting tools such as PowerShell, REST APIs, or infrastructure-as-code to optimize processes and reduce manual workload.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a collaborative mindset, capable of resolving complex technical issues and engaging effectively with diverse teams.

Additional Information

• This role requires Australian citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a Baseline security clearance.
• Leidos Australia is committed to diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity employment, actively supporting a wide array of employees and providing advocacy groups for community and connection.
• The recruitment process includes interviews (virtual or face-to-face) and background checks, with potential ITAR restrictions affecting candidacy for certain nationals.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package includes health and wellness programs, income protection, paid leave, and retirement plans.
• Leidos is vigilant against fraudulent job postings and will only communicate through official corporate email addresses.