Senior Network Engineer

Kinetic IT; Western Australia; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid options

Discounted gym membership

Employee discounts platform

Wellbeing resources

Job summary

Kinetic IT is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to join our on-site team, supporting one of our key customers. You will administer enterprise network infrastructure across Cisco, Check Point, Fortinet and F5 platforms and help ensure security, resilience, and high performance.

You will also configure Fortinet and Check Point firewalls, manage McAfee Network Security Manager, support hybrid connectivity in Microsoft Azure, and contribute to Cisco ACI environments while mentoring junior engineers.

Qualifications

• Experience administering enterprise network infrastructure across Cisco, Check Point, Fortinet and F5 platforms.
• Configuring and managing Fortinet and Check Point firewalls.
• Administering McAfee Network Security Manager.
• Supporting hybrid network connectivity within Microsoft Azure, including virtual networks, routing and security controls.
• Managing and supporting Cisco ACI environments.
• Providing senior-level troubleshooting and resolution of complex network incidents.
• Mentoring junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Administering and supporting enterprise network infrastructure across Cisco, Check Point, Fortinet and F5 platforms.
• Configuring and managing Fortinet and Checkpoint firewalls.
• Administering McAfee Network Security Manager.
• Supporting hybrid network connectivity within Microsoft Azure, including virtual networks, routing and security controls.
• Managing and supporting Cisco ACI environments (Cisco ACI capability highly desired).
• Providing senior-level troubleshooting and resolution of complex network incidents.
• Mentoring junior team members.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mentoring

Senior networking

Tools

Cisco

Check Point

Fortinet

F5

Microsoft Azure

Cisco ACI

McAfee Network Security Manager

Job description

About The Role

Are you an experienced network engineer ready to make a real impact? Kinetic IT is looking for a Senior Network Engineer to join our onsite team, supporting one of our key customers. In this role, you'll help keep network infrastructure secure, resilient and high-performing, protecting our customer from emerging threats and vulnerabilities while working with a broad range of enterprise technologies.

In your role you will be:

• Administering and supporting enterprise network infrastructure across Cisco, Check Point, Fortinet and F5 platforms.
• Configuring and managing Fortinet and Checkpoint firewalls
• Administering McAfee Network Security Manager
• Supporting hybrid network connectivity within Microsoft Azure, including virtual networks, routing and security controls
• Managing and supporting Cisco ACI environments (Cisco ACI capability highly desired)
• Providing senior-level troubleshooting and resolution of complex network incidents
• Mentoring junior team members

Be You, Create the Future

Kinetic IT is a leading Australian IT services provider specialising in Intelligent Workplace, Cloud, Cyber Security, Digital Infrastructure and IT Service Management. We are unlocking the potential of technology to enrich lives of Australian communities.

We're driven by a shared passion for technology, customer success, and community impact.

With over 1,500 talented people working across Australia, we deliver world-class capabilities with a local touch - helping shape the future of tech, here and beyond.

We value individuality and foster an inclusive culture where you're safe to be your best, real self. We tackle challenges together, celebrate success together, and make sure everyone feels valued, supported, and proud of the work they do.

As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome people of all abilities, backgrounds, cultures, and genders. We're proud to be an Indigenous and Veteran-friendly employer.

The Kinetic IT Difference

• Growth-focused culture - Formal training, mentoring, vendor exam support, communities of practice and regular development reviews.
• Flex your work - Hybrid options, flexible hours, mobility and part-time roles (customer needs permitting).
• Celebrate together - Social events, cultural celebrations, end-of-year functions and more.
• Wellbeing matters - Health and wellness resources, tailored leave and support options and EAP access.
• Other Perks- Access to our employee discounts platform, discounted gym membership and more.