Network Administrator

Crown-Equipment-c6c33977; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts & cashback program

Health & wellbeing platform

Corporate rates for private health

Employee assistance program

Job summary

C Crown Equipment is seeking a Network Administrator to design, implement, and support our LAN, WAN, and VOIP infrastructure from Sydney. You will maintain global network systems, ensure security, performance, and reliability, and collaborate with cybersecurity teams on protections.

You will plan and configure Cisco-based networks, monitor, audit, and document configurations, and participate in after-hours support schedules. Bachelor-level tech degree is required.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in network administration or engineering.
• CCNA certification is required; CCNP is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of data communications and networking.
• Proficiency with LAN/WAN, TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain network performance and availability.
• Maintain documentation for configurations, procedures, and policies.
• Conduct regular audits and vulnerability assessments.
• Support global network operations and disaster recovery planning.
• Plan, install, and configure routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs, and servers.

Skills

CCNA

CCNP

Cisco networking

LAN/WAN

DNS/DHCP

VPNs

Network monitoring

Problem-solving

Communication

Independently & team work

Education

Bachelor in CS / MIS or related

Tools

SolarWinds

Path Solutions

Palo Alto firewalls

Job description

We are seeking a skilled and proactiveNetwork Administratorto design, implement, and support our LAN, WAN, and VOIP infrastructure. You’ll play a key role in maintaining and optimizing our global network systems, ensuring seamless connectivity, security, and performance across the business.

About the role

• Monitor and maintain network performance and availability.
• Maintain documentation for configurations, procedures, and policies.
• Conduct regular audits and vulnerability assessments.
• Support global network operations and disaster recovery planning.

• Plan, install, and configure routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs, and servers.
• Design and implement network infrastructure using Cisco technologies.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards (ISO, GDPR).
• Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to enforce security protocols.
• Analyze traffic patterns and recommend upgrades.

• Provide technical support and resolve network-related issues.
• Assist in strategic planning and implementation of enterprise-wide projects.
• Work with vendors and data centres on configurations and outages.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry best practices.

• Participate in a rotating after-hours support schedule.
• Provide support for critical IT projects and maintenance windows.

Skills and Experience

• 3-5 years of experience in network administration or engineering.
• Strong knowledge of data communications and networking.
• Hands-on experience with Cisco technologies (CCNA required, CCNP preferred).
• Familiarity with Palo Alto firewalls is a plus.
• Proficiency in LAN/WAN, TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs.
• Experience with network monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Path Solutions).
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, MIS, or related field.
• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) -Required
• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) -Highly Desired

What sets us apart?

Crown’s history began when two brothers founded the Company in New Bremen, Ohio (USA) in 1945. Today, the fourth generation of the very same family continues to lead Crown in all of its operations across the globe. Being a family-owned and run business is evidenced by more than 200 employees reaching service milestones in our 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45 and 50 year categories in Australia alone, with more than 2,000 employees reaching a 25 year service milestone globally.

As a Company we want to continue to support our employees to be the best versions of themselves and that’s why, as a Crown employee you get to enjoy:

• A benefits program which gives you access to discounts and cashback from over 400+ retailers nation wide.
• Access to a health and wellbeing platform which supports your Mental, Physical and Financial goals.
• Corporate Rates for Private Health Insurance.
• An inclusive working environment.
• An Employee Assistance Program for confidential counselling with chat, phone and face to face counselling options.

The Company

Crown Equipment is a well-respected global Materials Handling Equipment company which has enjoyed over 50 years of success in the Australian market. The Company has operations in all Australian States and territories as well as many regional locations. The Crown Brand is well known and respected in the marketplace and is supported by a customer value proposition based on highly skilled staff, quality products, strong service and parts back-up, and leading-edge technology.