Senior Network Engineer

Initial 12 months contract
Canberra location 
Must have Baseline clearance 

Job Details 
One of our federal government clients is seeking an experienced Network Engineer, to enable the delivery of the Commissions objectives and outcomes by undertaking the design, implementation and operational support of Network services.

Key Duties

• Analyse, develop, interpret and evaluate complex telecommunications systems design and network specifications, data models and diagrams in the development, configuration and integration of computer systems 
• Research, analyse, evaluate and monitor telecommunications network infrastructure to ensure networks are configured to operate at optimal performance with exceptional resilience and redundancy, including resolution of telecommunications network problems and emergencies.
• Advise, document, commission, build, configure and support network integration with multiple network partners supporting the Department's journey to Hybrid cloud with multiple providers.
• Assess and make recommendations for improvements to network operations and integrated hardware, software and operating systems.
• Ensure compliance and alignment with all cyber recommended patch levels and hardening across the fleet of networking devices and appliances and all associated server operating systems
• Install, configure, test, maintain and administer new and upgraded telecommunications networks and applications.
• Provide network programming in support of specific business needs and requirements 
• Prepare and maintain procedures, maintenance instructions and documentation for network inventory, and record the diagnosis and resolution of network faults, enhancements and modifications 
• Monitor network traffic, and activity, capacity and usage to ensure continued integrity and optimal network performance.

Requirements 

• Ability to research, analyse, evaluate and monitor network infrastructure to ensure networks are configured to operate at optimal performance. As well as assess and recommend improvements to network operations and integrated hardware, software, communications and operating systems
• Ability to install, configure, test, maintain and administer new and upgraded networks, including support and troubleshoot network problems and emergencies.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively whilst anticipating stakeholder needs and expectations across a geographically dispersed network.
• Ability to proactively collaborate with key stakeholders (and vendors) and build relationships across our IT partners
• Understanding of maintaining and operating Layer 2 networks such a VLANs, Trunks, Spanning-Tree.
• Demonstrated Understanding and use of modern cloud-based networking technologies
• Demonstrated ability in communicating complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences, providing clear explanations and justifications for recommendations.

Due to the nature of the role you must be an Austrlian Citizen with Baseline or NV1 clearance. 

How to apply
Apply directly or for more information on this role, please email Zainab Afzaal at zainab.afzaal@calleo.com.au

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