Position Description
Responsible for the day-to-day systems and network administration, and provision of cross functional support to other areas within the IT department when required.
Key Role and Responsibiities
- Design and implementation new network solutions and / or improving the efficiency of current networks.
- Administration of network infrastructure devices including: routers, switches and firewalls.
- Operational support which includes provisioning, asset management, monitoring, implementation, troubleshooting and support Networking operations and related infrastructure.
- Implement and maintain network security measures.
- Monitor network performance.
- Implement/upgrade systems as required.
- Ensure documentation is kept updated on a regular basis.
- Keep abreast of new technologies and advise on potential uses.
- Hardware acquisitions (testing, selection, ordering, set to work).
- General support to the IT Division as required.
- 5-7+ years’ experience as a network engineer with exposure to MPLS, IP and Ethernet.
- Extensive experience with various network types including LANs. WANs, SANs and VOIP.
- Extensive experience with switching and routing.
- Previous experience with Extreme Switching technology (desirable).
- Previous experience of Fortinet Firewalls.
- Experience with Linux based systems is highly desirable.
- Tertiary qualification or Diploma, industry certifications in relevant fields.
- A high level of analytical and problem solving skills.
- Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills to engage with, influence, build and maintain relationships with stakeholders.
- Demonstrated workload prioritisation skills in a high volume environment.
- Flexibility to attend to urgent issues out of hour’s if/when required.
- Works well independently and in team settings.
- Effective documentation skills.
- Perform responsibilities in a proactive manner as directed within determined times frames and a high degree of accuracy.
Security Required: NV2 Security Clearance required
Location - Canberra
How to Apply - Please upload your resume to apply. Candidates will need to be willing to undergo pre-employment screening checks which may include, ID and work rights, security clearance verification and any other client requested checks
Closing date: Thursday 27 August by 9am
Call Joanne Finchett on 0480 002454 or email Joanne@whizdom.com.au for any further information
