Network Engineer

endeavour group careers; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Staff discounts across Endeavour Group

Job summary

Endeavour Group’s Networks & Telecommunications team seeks a Network Engineer to own end‑to‑end lifecycle of the network across 350+ sites nationwide. You will design, deploy, optimise, and secure the enterprise network in a fast‑paced environment, liaising with internal teams and external vendors within an ITIL‑aligned framework.

The role emphasizes SD‑WAN, firewalls, secure remote access, and disaster recovery, with hybrid working, and opportunities to grow through modern automation and

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years in enterprise or customer-centric network environments.
• Deep knowledge of SD‑WAN (Meraki, Cisco), routing (BGP, OSPF), switching, and wireless architectures.
• Hands-on experience deploying and troubleshooting enterprise firewalls across multiple vendors.
• Understanding of Zero Trust architectures (ZTNA), Zscaler, Cisco ISE/DNAC, and secure cloud networking in Azure.
• Experience with network scripting and automation (Python, Ansible, REST APIs).
• Certifications such as Cisco CCNP/CCNP Security, Fortinet NSE 4+, Palo Alto PCNSE, Check Point CCSA/CCSE, or Meraki qualifications are valued.

Responsibilities

• Deliver, operate, and optimise IT network services across all sites from design to deployment and ongoing support.
• Configure, maintain, and audit enterprise firewalls and perform policy updates and cleanup routines.
• Implement and uphold secure remote access and robust VPN configurations with strict governance.
• Monitor firewall logs, security alerts, and network telemetry to detect and neutralise threats.
• Establish and test disaster recovery plans to ensure operational resilience.
• Drive network automation by building scripts and using tools like Python and Ansible.
• Collaborate with internal teams, MSPs, and vendors to deliver upgrades and milestones on time.

Skills

Core Networking Experience

Multi‑Vendor Security

Modern Security Knowledge

Automation Mindset

Pragmatic Problem Solver

Industry Credentials Valued

Tools

Meraki

Palo Alto

Fortinet FortiGate

Check Point

Cisco ASA/Firepower

Cisco ISE/DNAC

Zscaler

Job description

Let’s create a more sociable future together

At Endeavour, we’re totally into what we do. With a portfolio that includes Dan Murphy’s, BWS, ALH Hotels, Pinnacle Drinks and more, we love to bring people together. Together we share our passion for our products and industry; it’s what inspires us to dream big, and continue to create new experiences for our customers and teams across Australia. If you thrive on positive energy, we want to meet you!

Job Description

• Love what you do and leave your mark
• Flexible Working Model: Hybrid Ways of Working – Sydney or Melbourne Location, giving you the autonomy to balance remote focus with regular in-person collaboration.
• Fixed Term Contract: 12 months
• Enterprise-Scale Impact: Take full ownership of network reliability and performance across a national footprint of 350+ sites in a dynamic, high-volume environment.
• Modern Technology Stack: Broaden your technical horizons with modern SD‑WAN, Zero Trust architecture, multi‑vendor enterprise firewalls, and network automation workflows.

As a Network Engineer within Endeavour Technology’s Networks & Telecommunications team, you will play an integral role in keeping our diverse network robust, responsive, and secure. You will deliver end-to-end lifecycle ownership across more than 350 retail, hospitality, operational, and support office sites - overseeing everything from technical design through to daily deployment, optimisation, and operational maintenance. Operating within an ITIL‑aligned framework, you will champion infrastructure governance, modernise network capabilities, and safeguard critical business data and systems against unauthorised access and operational disruption.

Sounds good? Read on.

Here is a taster of what you can expect in this role:

• Network Infrastructure Operations: Deliver, operate, and continuously optimise IT network services across all sites, steering solutions from initial design through to hands‑on deployment and ongoing support.
• Firewall Engineering Management: Configure, maintain, and audit enterprise firewalls (including Palo Alto, Fortinet, and Cisco ASA/Firepower), executing policy updates, rule reviews, and cleanup routines.
• Secure Access Delivery: Implement and uphold secure remote access, robust VPN configurations (AnyConnect/Secure Client), and network segmentation aligned with strict governance standards.
• Proactive Threat Response: Monitor and analyse firewall logs, security alerts, and network telemetry to detect anomalies and neutralise emerging security threats swiftly.
• Disaster Recovery Planning: Establish, document, and rigorously test comprehensive disaster recovery plans to ensure operational resilience and minimise business downtime.
• Network Automation Tooling: Drive operational efficiencies by building scripts and leveraging automation tools such as Python, Ansible, and Meraki APIs.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with internal technology departments, managed service providers, and external hardware vendors to deliver critical upgrades and project milestones on time.
  

Qualifications

Now let’s talk about you:

• Core Networking Experience: Demonstrated background (minimum 4 years) supporting enterprise or customer‑centric network environments, with deep knowledge of SD‑WAN (Meraki, Cisco), routing protocols (BGP, OSPF), switching, and wireless architectures.
• Multi‑Vendor Security: Hands‑on proficiency deploying, managing, and troubleshooting enterprise firewalls across Palo Alto Networks, Fortinet FortiGate, Check Point, or Cisco platforms.
• Modern Security Knowledge: Working understanding of Zero Trust architectures (ZTNA), Zscaler (ZIA/Client Connector), Cisco ISE/DNAC, and secure cloud networking in Azure.
• Automation Mindset: Practical experience or a demonstrated aptitude for network scripting and automation using Python, Ansible, or REST APIs.
• Pragmatic Problem Solver: A resilient, analytical approach with the capability to lead through ambiguity, manage stakeholder expectations, and maintain composure in fast‑moving situations.
• Industry Credentials Valued: Formal certifications such as Cisco CCNP / CCNP Security, Fortinet NSE 4+, Palo Alto PCNSE, Check Point CCSA/CCSE, or Cisco Meraki qualifications are highly regarded.

The benefits are good too!

• We offer hybrid ways of working
• An exclusive discount card for our ALH Hotels pubs & accommodation, BWS, Dan Murphy’s and other Endeavour Group brands. Through our partnership with Woolworths, you'll also enjoy discounts at Woolies supermarkets and BIG W
• As a valued member of the team, your health and wellbeing is our top priority. You will have access to a range of free services to help you live well and support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing
• Endeavour Group is full of opportunities - use our dedicated learning and development options to grow an idea, yourself, and your career. This is just the start, so dream big
• Find out more about our range of benefits and discounts here

At Endeavour, we value being a workplace where everyone’s welcome - if you meet a number of the requirements (and not all), we encourage you to apply.

Additional Information

We are together creators

With a portfolio that includes Dan Murphy’s, BWS, ALH Hotels, Pinnacle Drinks and more, Endeavour Group is big on sociability. Together we create the moments that bring millions of people together. And together we have more fun, create more opportunities, and score a lot more goals. We’re serious about creating a safe, inclusive and fun place to rock up to where equal opportunity is key, and flexibility is part of how we roll.

We’re all about creating a more sociable future - for our customers and each other. If this job excites you - and you’re close-enough on the requirements, reach out, we’d love to hear from you.

#WeAreTogetherCreators #ComeAsYouAre #DreamBig #FeelTheEnergy #LeaveYourMark #EndeavourGroup

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