Junior Network Infrastructure Engineers
Whizdom ·whizdom.shazamme.com
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About the Client
Our client is a highly regarded Federal Government organisation operating within Australia's national security and technology sector. The agency plays a critical role in protecting Australia's interests through advanced cyber capabilities, intelligence operations, and secure technology services.
Working within a complex and highly secure ICT environment, you will have the opportunity to contribute to critical national capability while developing your technical skills alongside experienced engineering professionals. This is an excellent opportunity for junior infrastructure specialists looking to gain hands-on experience supporting enterprise-scale network environments.
About the Role
We are seeking multiple Junior Network Infrastructure Engineers to join a specialist technology team supporting a large-scale, mission-critical ICT environment.
In this role, you will work with a range of networking technologies, including Cisco and Juniper infrastructure, while supporting the ongoing operation, maintenance, and enhancement of secure network systems.
Key responsibilities will include:
To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:
Candidates must also be willing to undergo an Organisational Suitability Assessment (OSA) prior to engagement.
Why partner with Whizdom?
We’re Whizdom. We view you as an extension of our strong, dependable brand and have differentiators which really are different! The Whizdom way:
Location: The role is based in Canberra ACT.
Contract terms: 12 months from commencement date, plus 2x 12 month extensions
Experience Level: APS4/5 Equivalent
Security Requirements: Candidates must hold an active or reactivatable Top Secret Positive Vetting (TSPV) Security Clearance on submission. Our client is not looking to upgrade an existing clearance for this position. An OSA (Organisational Suitability Assessment) will be required for this position.
How to Apply: Please upload your resume to apply. Please note you will need to complete selection criteria to complete this application process. We will be in touch with instructions for suitably skilled candidates.
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.
Applications open until 8am 06 August 2026.
Reach Damien on 0480 002 503 or damienm@whizdom.com.au for any further information.
Our client is a highly regarded Federal Government organisation operating within Australia's national security and technology sector. The agency plays a critical role in protecting Australia's interests through advanced cyber capabilities, intelligence operations, and secure technology services.
Working within a complex and highly secure ICT environment, you will have the opportunity to contribute to critical national capability while developing your technical skills alongside experienced engineering professionals. This is an excellent opportunity for junior infrastructure specialists looking to gain hands-on experience supporting enterprise-scale network environments.
About the Role
We are seeking multiple Junior Network Infrastructure Engineers to join a specialist technology team supporting a large-scale, mission-critical ICT environment.
In this role, you will work with a range of networking technologies, including Cisco and Juniper infrastructure, while supporting the ongoing operation, maintenance, and enhancement of secure network systems.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Assisting with the implementation and maintenance of complex network infrastructure environments.
- Monitoring system performance, reliability, and availability using industry-standard management and monitoring tools.
- Performing system configuration activities, backups, and restoration tasks under guidance from senior engineers.
- Supporting incident, problem, and change management activities through established IT service management processes.
- Assisting with user account administration and permissions management.
- Contributing to the identification and resolution of operational issues.
- Maintaining technical documentation, processes, and support procedures.
- Supporting infrastructure installation, maintenance, and lifecycle activities.
To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:
- Experience supporting Cisco and/or Juniper networking environments.
- Exposure to core ICT infrastructure and network administration activities.
- Experience monitoring network infrastructure using tools such as SolarWinds, Cisco Transport Controller, Splunk, or similar monitoring platforms.
- Understanding of infrastructure support, configuration management, backups, and restoration processes.
- Basic scripting or programming capability to support automation and operational tasks.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a collaborative team environment.
- A willingness to learn and develop technical skills within a complex operational environment.
Candidates must also be willing to undergo an Organisational Suitability Assessment (OSA) prior to engagement.
Why partner with Whizdom?
We’re Whizdom. We view you as an extension of our strong, dependable brand and have differentiators which really are different! The Whizdom way:
- We pay our contractors same day you submit your timesheet!
- We are Level 3, DISP certified and have signed the Veteran Employment Commitment and been awarded the highest level of compliance to this important initiative, proactively assisting veterans transitioning from the forces to civilian roles. We’ve been lucky enough to win industry awards for our high level of process compliance and are ISO 9001 certified. Our commitment to reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions has been accredited in line with large global organisations.
- We value diversity and welcome applications from Indigenous Australians, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people living with a disability.
Location: The role is based in Canberra ACT.
Contract terms: 12 months from commencement date, plus 2x 12 month extensions
Experience Level: APS4/5 Equivalent
Security Requirements: Candidates must hold an active or reactivatable Top Secret Positive Vetting (TSPV) Security Clearance on submission. Our client is not looking to upgrade an existing clearance for this position. An OSA (Organisational Suitability Assessment) will be required for this position.
How to Apply: Please upload your resume to apply. Please note you will need to complete selection criteria to complete this application process. We will be in touch with instructions for suitably skilled candidates.
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.
Applications open until 8am 06 August 2026.
Reach Damien on 0480 002 503 or damienm@whizdom.com.au for any further information.
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The Junior Network Infrastructure Engineers role with Whizdom is based in Adelaide, SA, AU.
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