Network Administrator

Whizdom; Canberra; On-site; AUD 119,000 - 161,000; Full time

Job summary

Whizdom in Canberra is seeking a Network Administrator with 5-7+ years’ experience as a network engineer. You will manage day-to-day network and systems administration, providing cross-functional IT support as needed.

The role involves designing new network solutions, administering routers, switches and firewalls, and maintaining security and performance across LAN/WAN/SAN/VOIP networks. NV2 security clearance is preferred; Canberra location; salary around $140K+ super.

Qualifications

• 5-7+ years’ experience as a network engineer with MPLS, IP and Ethernet.
• Extensive experience with LANs, WANs, SANs and VOIP.
• Extensive experience with switching and routing.
• Fortinet Firewalls experience.
• Linux based systems experience desirable.
• Tertiary qualification or Diploma; industry certifications in relevant fields.
• A high level of analytical and problem solving skills.
• Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills with stakeholders.
• Workload prioritisation in a high-volume environment.
• Willingness to attend urgent issues out of hours.
• Works well independently and in a team; strong documentation.

Responsibilities

• Design and implementation of new network solutions or improvements.
• Administer network infrastructure devices: routers, switches and firewalls.
• Provisioning, asset management, monitoring, troubleshooting and support networking operations.
• Implement and maintain network security measures.
• Monitor network performance.
• Implement/upgrade systems as required.
• Ensure documentation is kept updated on a regular basis.
• Stay abreast of new technologies and advise on potential uses.
• Hardware acquisitions: testing, ordering, setup.
• General IT Division support as required.

Skills

MPLS exposure

IP networking

Ethernet networking

LAN/WAN/SAN/VOIP

Routing & switching

Fortinet firewalls

Linux systems

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Workload prioritisation

Documentation skills

Education

Tertiary qualification or Diploma

Industry certifications

Job description

Seeking a Network Administrator with 5-7+ years’ experience as a network engineer with exposure to MPLS, IP and Ethernet.

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 Responsibilities

• 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.

Knowledge/Skills /Abilities

• 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.

Permanent role - $140K + Super

Security Required: NV2 Security Clearance required

Location - Canberra

Closing date: Thursday 27 August by 9am