Network and Systems Engineer

Australian Communications & Media Authority; Canberra, Melbourne, Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) is seeking a Network and Systems Engineer to join the ICT Platform Services and Support team in Canberra. You will develop, operate and maintain the agency's network infrastructure, with responsibilities spanning cloud and on‑prem environments and collaboration with external providers.

You will apply security‑first principles, guide engineering decisions, and support core services such as Cisco networking, Fortinet, and DWDM within a

Qualifications

• Develop, operate and maintain ACMA’s network infrastructure.
• Support and troubleshoot network issues across cloud and on‑prem environments.
• Apply security‑first principles in ICT operations.

Responsibilities

• Develop, operate and maintain the ACMA's network infrastructure environments.
• Deliver and manage services using Cisco and Fortinet products. DWDM and Umbrella integration.
• Uplift Essential 8 security principles within the operating environment.
• Provide engineering guidance and leadership within technology domains.
• Monitor and manage network services provided by third party providers.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures for the network environment.

Skills

Cisco networking

Security practices

Azure Cloud

SDN knowledge

Tools

Cisco ecosystem

Fortinet

DWDM

Umbrella

Job description

The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) is an independent Commonwealth statutory authority responsible for the regulation of broadcasting, radiocommunications, telecommunications and some online content.

This work underpins our vision for a connected, informed and entertained Australia.

Who we are

The Digital and Technology Services (DTS) branch contributes to the success of the ACMA by supporting employees through the provision of core ICT functions and the delivery of a coordinated program of Digital and Technology projects to internal and external stakeholders. As an enabling service, DTS works with the ACMA through the provision of specialised ICT systems, exploring digital business opportunities, and supporting ACMA enquiry handling and service delivery via the Customer Services Centre and online channels.

The Network and Systems Engineer is a high performing engineering role in the ICTPlatform Services and Support team. The ICT Platform Services and Support Section (IPSS) is a collaborative multi-disciplinary team. The objective of our team is to deliver a professional operations capability, ensuring the security, maintenance, availability, and reliability of the agency's ICT platforms across both cloud and on-premises environments.

About the role

The Network and Systems Engineer is a high performing engineering role encompassing people, program and stakeholder management responsibilities. This role works with a considerable degree of independence and under broad direction.

The key duties of the position include:

• Develop, operate and maintain the ACMA's network infrastructure environments, ensuring support standards are met.
• Deliver a range of services using Cisco's ecosystem and integration with other Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) products and services, (including Fortinet suite of products, DWDM, Umbrella).
• Uplifting and maintaining Essential 8 principles within the ACMA's operating environment.
• Provide expert engineering guidance and leadership within one or more technology domains.
• Monitor and manage network services provided by third party providers.
• Support and troubleshoot network issues within a software defined network framework.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedure documents for the ACMA's network environment.

The Network and Systems Engineer will have a strong understanding of Security-first solutions and best working practices within the ICT environment. You will develop, manage, and maintain a range of internal and external stakeholder relationships and professional networks. This role will suit an individual who has a diverse Cisco networking background and has a willingness to develop core skills within the Microsoft Azure Cloud ecosystem related to networking services.

Eligibility

To be eligible for employment with the ACMA, applicants must be Australian citizens.

The successful applicant must be able to obtain and maintain a Negative Vetting 1 security clearance or hold a current security clearance of an appropriate level. More information on the security clearance vetting process is available on the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency (AGSVA) website.

Notes

Suitable candidates will be placed in a merit pool from this selection process and may be used to fill similar ongoing or non-ongoing roles in other areas of ACMA. Non-ongoing opportunities may be offered as a specified term.

Getting to know the Australian Communications and Media Authority

ACMA is Australia's regulator for broadcasting, some online content, radiocommunications and telecommunications. We work with industry and government, locally and internationally, so that Australians can enjoy the best and most innovative media and communications services in a fair, responsible, safe and productive way. The ACMA provides a supportive and respectful work environment that values the diversity of our employees. Our three main offices are in Canberra, Melbourne and Sydney. Visit acma.gov.au for more information on joining our team.