CISCO Network Engineer

DWS; Sydney; On-site; AUD 135,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

DWS is seeking a Cisco Network Engineer to join on client site and enhance enterprise networks across office, data center, and cloud platforms in Sydney. Immediate start for a 12+ month max-term contract.

The role requires Cisco ICND2 or equivalent, F5-CA or equivalent, and experience with Cisco routing, switching, firewalls, WLC, and Palo Alto. Travel to Martin Place and Bella Vista offices may be required.

Qualifications

• Cisco ICND2 or equivalent
• F5-CA or equivalent
• Experience with Cisco routing, switching, and network management platforms
• Experience with Cisco Firewall ASA/FTD
• Experience with Wireless/WLC
• Experience with F5 load balancing (LTM, GTM, BIG-IQ)
• Experience with Palo Alto Firewall technology
• Experience with network security technologies, including vulnerability remediation, firewalls, and security hardening
• Strong troubleshooting, incident management, and root cause analysis skills in complex enterprise environments
• Ability to produce technical implementation plans and operational documentation

Responsibilities

• Assess, prioritise, and remediate network infrastructure vulnerabilities in collaboration with Infrastructure and Cyber Security teams
• Implement and Maintain network infrastructure security hardening activities
• Produce and modify high-quality network implementation plans, technical documentation, and Change Records
• Adhere to operational procedures, standards, and support documentation
• Provide recommendations for network optimisation and risk reduction
• Commission, test, and validate physical and virtual network infrastructure changes and enhancements
• Support incident response, problem management, and root cause analysis activities for network services
• Scheduled work at, and travel to and from offices at Martin Place and Bella Vista will be required
• Scheduled Out of Hours and Weekend work will be required with compensation via TOIL
• Other reasonable Network related activity as directed, including mandatory training / e-learning.

Skills

Cisco ICND 2

F5-CA

Cisco routing

Cisco switching

Cisco Firewall ASA

Wireless/WLC

F5 load balancing (LTM/GTM/BIG-IQ)

Palo Alto Firewall

Security hardening

Troubleshooting

Incident management

Documentation

Job description

Network Engineer to work acrossCisco routing, switching, and network management platforms

• ESSENTIAL -Cisco ICND 2 & F5-CA or equivalent
• Work across Cisco, firewalls, security hardening

DWS is seeking a skilled CiscoNetwork Engineerto join us on client site, support and enhance enterprise network environments across office, data center, and cloud platform environments. This role will see you working within a high-performing team, contributing to operational stability, security, and ongoing network improvements in a complex enterprise scale environment.Applicants must have Permanent Residency or Australian Citizenship to be considered

Where

Sydney CBD & Bella Vista locations

Type

Max Term

Start

Immediate

Length

12+ months

Salary

$150,000 inclusive of Superannuation

Essential skills

• Cisco certifications (Cisco ICND 2 or equivalent)
• F5 Certifications (F5-CA or equivalent)
• Experience managing Cisco routing, switching, and network management platforms.
• Experience with Cisco Firewall (ASA and FTD)
• Experience managing Wireless and WLC technologies
• Experience managing F5 load balancing technologies (LTM, GTM and BIG-IQ)
• Experience with Palo Alto Firewall technology
• Experience with network security technologies, including vulnerability remediation, firewalls, and security hardening
• Strongtroubleshooting, incident management, and root cause analysis skills in complex enterprise environments
• Ability to produce technical implementation plans and operational documentation

AnticipatedDeliverables

• Assess, prioritise, and remediate network infrastructure vulnerabilities in collaboration with Infrastructure and Cyber Security teams
• Implement and Maintain network infrastructure security hardening activities
• Produce and modify high-quality network implementation plans, technical documentation, and Change Records
• Adhere to operational procedures, standards, and support documentation
• Provide recommendations for network optimisation and risk reductio.
• Commission, test, and validate physical and virtual network infrastructure changes and enhancements
• Support incident response, problem management, and root cause analysis activities for network services
• Scheduled work at, and travel to and from offices at Martin Place and Bella Vista will be required
• Scheduled Out of Hours and Weekend work will be required with compensation via TOIL
• Other reasonable Network related activity as directed, including mandatory training / e-learning.

This is a great opportunity to join a high-impact environment where you can contribute to critical infrastructure, develop your skills, and work alongside experienced network engineering professionals.

About Us:

Since 1991, DWS has been helping organisations across Australia reimagine what's possible through technology, business, and management consulting. With offices in Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide, Brisbane, and Canberra, our 300+ locally based consultants bring deep expertise and fresh thinking to every project. We deliver end-to-end solutions spanning IT consulting, Staff Augmentation, Managed Delivery, Data & Analytics, Cloud, AI and Automation. Our strength lies in our people; each consultant is carefully selected for their expertise, creativity, and commitment to excellence. Together, we deliver impactful solutions that drive innovation, efficiency, and long-term value. At DWS, we don't just meet expectations - we redefine them.

DWS encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.