Senior Network Engineer

CQUniversity Australia; Rockhampton Regional; Hybrid; AUD 118,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

17% superannuation

On-call allowance

5.4 weeks annual leave

Personal/sick leave 10 days

Parental leave up to 26 weeks

Job summary

CQUniversity Australia is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to manage and advance the organisation's enterprise network across on‑premises, data centre and cloud environments. You will lead hands-on engineering while guiding architecture and security strategy.

With 5+ years in complex network environments, you will mentor peers, ensure high availability and contribute to regional connectivity across Australia.

Qualifications

• Five or more years designing, implementing and supporting complex enterprise networks.
• Experience with routing protocols such as OSPF and BGP and secure network design.
• Ability to guide network strategy and mentor peers.

Responsibilities

• Own the enterprise network across on‑premises, data centre and cloud environments.
• Provide technical leadership to ensure availability, performance, integrity and security of network services.
• Collaborate across teams to advance CQUniversity’s network strategy and projects.

Skills

Network design

Routing protocols (OSPF,BGP)

Network security

Mentorship/leadership

Tools

Aruba

Cisco

Palo Alto

Job description

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• Total Remuneration $139,486 to $154,893 pa (including salary of $117,868 to $130,887 plus 17% superannuation and leave loading)

Join an organisation with an unbreakable belief that quality education, training and research should be available to everyone – regardless of background, location or life circumstances.

Working at CQUniversity

What if your network expertise could help connect regional communities to world-class education, research and opportunity across Australia and beyond?

At CQUniversity, you will apply your senior technical expertise across an enterprise network environment supporting staff and students across multiple locations. You will work hands-on with complex technologies, contribute to innovative projects and help ensure our network services remain secure, resilient and high-performing.

As Senior Network Engineer, you will play a critical role in the management, operation and advancement of CQUniversity’s enterprise network and communication services across on-premises, data centre and private and public cloud environments.

You will provide technical leadership while remaining hands-on, ensuring theavailability, performance, integrity and security of critical network services.

Be Rewarded

• 17% superannuation (with the choice to join an award-winning superfund)
• Additional On-Call Allowance
• 5.4 weeks annual leave (plus 3 working days paid at Christmas and New Year closure)
• 10 days personal/sick leave, plus 5 days carer’s leave
• 7.25 hours engaged service leave
• Up to 5 days paid Indigenous Cultural or Ceremonial leave (Identified Staff)
• Fantastic professional and career development opportunities
• Up to 26 weeks (six months) paid parental leave
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program and Fitness Passport

Position Requirements

• Five or more years’ experience designing, implementing and supporting complex enterprise network environments, including expertise with routing protocols such as OSPF and BGP, switching technologies and an in-depth understanding of security in the network (experience with Aruba, Cisco and Palo Alto preferred).
• Recognition as an experienced network engineer, with the ability to make sound architectural decisions and guide network strategy and direction.
• Proven capability to mentor and support peers, contributing to capability uplift and a strong collaborative team culture.

Why Rockhampton?

Make the move to Rockhampton and discover a lifestyle that offers the best of both worlds: meaningful career opportunities with the space, time and lifestyle that comes with regional living.

Just 30 minutes from the beautiful coastal town of Yeppoon, Rockhampton puts stunning beaches, the spectacular Keppel Islands and a wealth of outdoor adventures within easy reach. Whether you enjoy getting out on the water, exploring nature or simply making the most of Queensland’s year-round climate, there’s plenty to enjoy beyond the workday.

With relocation assistance available, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your career at CQUniversity while embracing a more relaxed and connected way of life in Central Queensland. And, of course, you’ll get to work on a beautiful green campus, complete with its own resident kangaroo mob!

Pre-Employment Checks

Appointment to this role is subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, which may include a National Police Check and/or Working with Children Check (where applicable).

The University is committed to providing a safe, inclusive and respectful environment where its members can study, work and live free from gender-based violence. In line with our organisational values and regulatory obligations, applicants may be required to declare any past or current allegations, investigations or findings relating to gender-based violence.

The successful candidate may also be required to demonstrate that they meet the “fit and proper person” criteria as required under applicable legislation and regulatory frameworks (including ASQA requirements where relevant).

Our Commitment to Inclusion

At CQUniversity, inclusivity is at the heart of who we are. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, supported and empowered to succeed regardless of background or ability.

Through our Disability-Informed Action Plan, we continue to enhance accessibility and inclusion across our University. As a recognised member of the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program , we actively promote awareness and understanding of non-visible disabilities, helping to ensure everyone can bring their whole selves to work and thrive.

CQUniversity is also committed to providing an accessible, equitable and inclusive recruitment and selection process. The University will provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment, selection, appointment and onboarding process to ensure people with disability can participate on an equal basis with others.

Applications Close: 11:59 pm, Saturday, 03 October 2026

Job Requisition ID: 7623

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Work Rights: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold the full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this appointment.

CQUniversity is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes diversity in the workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and CQUniversity’s domestic and international student graduates with post-study work rights are encouraged to apply.

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