Network Administrator
Summary
The Network Administrator is responsible for the daily administration, design, and maintenance of network infrastructure, including routers, switches, and firewalls. The role requires extensive experience with network protocols and hardware to ensure operational efficiency and security.
Salary: AUD 156800 per annum
Seeking a Network Administrator with 5-7+ years’ experience as a network engineer with exposure to MPLS, IP and Ethernet.Position Description
Responsible for the day-to-day systems and network administration, and provision of cross functional support to other areas within the IT department when required.
Key Role and Responsibiities
- Design and implementation new network solutions and / or improving the efficiency of current networks.
- Administration of network infrastructure devices including: routers, switches and firewalls.
- Operational support which includes provisioning, asset management, monitoring, implementation, troubleshooting and support Networking operations and related infrastructure.
- Implement and maintain network security measures.
- Monitor network performance.
- Implement/upgrade systems as required.
- Ensure documentation is kept updated on a regular basis.
- Keep abreast of new technologies and advise on potential uses.
- Hardware acquisitions (testing, selection, ordering, set to work).
- General support to the IT Division as required.
- 5-7+ years’ experience as a network engineer with exposure to MPLS, IP and Ethernet.
- Extensive experience with various network types including LANs. WANs, SANs and VOIP.
- Extensive experience with switching and routing.
- Previous experience with Extreme Switching technology (desirable).
- Previous experience of Fortinet Firewalls.
- Experience with Linux based systems is highly desirable.
- Tertiary qualification or Diploma, industry certifications in relevant fields.
- A high level of analytical and problem solving skills.
- Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills to engage with, influence, build and maintain relationships with stakeholders.
- Demonstrated workload prioritisation skills in a high volume environment.
- Flexibility to attend to urgent issues out of hour’s if/when required.
- Works well independently and in team settings.
- Effective documentation skills.
- Perform responsibilities in a proactive manner as directed within determined times frames and a high degree of accuracy.
Security Required: NV2 Security Clearance required
Location - Canberra
How to Apply - Please upload your resume to apply. Candidates will need to be willing to undergo pre-employment screening checks which may include, ID and work rights, security clearance verification and any other client requested checks
Closing date: Thursday 27 August by 9am
Call Joanne Finchett on 0480 002454 or email Joanne@whizdom.com.au for any further information