Network Engineer

Network Engineer | Financial services

Your new company
Join a high-performing, technology-driven organisation operating in a fast-paced, cloud-first environment where network infrastructure plays a critical role in business success. With ongoing investment into modern networking and cloud capabilities, the business is continuously evolving its platforms to support growth, performance, and security at scale. Youll be part of a collaborative infrastructure team that works closely with engineering groups and business stakeholders to deliver reliable, high-quality solutions.
Your new role
As a Network Engineer, youll contribute to the ongoing support and enhancement of a complex network environment spanning LAN, WAN, MAN, cloud, and externally facing systems. Working alongside senior engineers, youll help maintain a stable, high-performing network while also supporting new initiatives and improvements.
Youll be involved in implementing monitoring and automation to strengthen operational resilience, as well as supporting secure and scalable connectivity across cloud and on-prem platforms. The role offers a balance of BAU responsibilities and project work, giving you exposure to both day-to-day operations and broader infrastructure uplift initiatives.
What you'll need to succeed

Hands-on experience with Cisco and Fortinet technologies across switching, routing, and firewalls (including VDOMs), along with exposure to BGP, VPNs, multicast, and related protocols Experience working in hybrid cloud environments, ideally including AWS (Direct Connect, Transit Gateway) and Azure (ExpressRoute)Background designing and implementing highly available network solutions across multiple connectivity types Exposure to software-defined networking and modern security approaches such as zero trust Around 35 years experience in data networking Exposure to financial services or trading-style environments is beneficial. Familiarity with Linux/Windows servers and tools such as SNMP, Syslog, Datadog, and time synchronisation protocols (NTP/PTP)Experience with network automation and cloud-aligned deployments

What you'll get in return
Opportunity to work in a modern, cloud-first environment with ongoing investment in technologyWork from home 2 days per weekExposure to complex, enterprise-scale networking across cloud and on-prem infrastructureA collaborative team culture that values continuous learning and improvementThe chance to contribute to meaningful projects while building your technical depth across emerging technologiesWhat you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to charlie.pym@hays.com.au
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