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Senior Network Security Engineer

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A 6-month senior contract in Sydney CBD (2 days/week onsite) owning enterprise network and security platforms end to end across on-prem, data centre, AWS cloud and branch environments. Day to day covers firewall/traffic policy, complex incident leadership, AWS networking, NIST/CISM risk practices and mentoring, using Cisco, Palo Alto, SD-WAN, Infoblox and F5/NGINX.


We are looking for a Senior Network & Security Engineer for an initial 6 month contract located in the Sydney CBD. You will join a team of 4 and will be responsible for the secure & reliable operation and continuous improvement a number of enterprise network and security platforms.

This is a senior role that will require you to own critical platforms end to end whilst upholding cyber security standards.

Responsibilities
  • Provide high level support for complex incidents, including incident leadership, root cause analysis, and remediation.
  • Own the enterprise network and security platforms across on‑prem, data centre, cloud (AWS), and branch environments.
  • Configure and optimise firewall policies, threat prevention, and traffic inspection.
  • Support cloud and hybrid networking, with a strong focus on AWS networking.
  • Apply cyber risk management practices (NIST, CISM)
  • Mentor junior members of staff.
  • Have the ability to work after hours when required for critical responses.

What we need:
  • 8+ years' experience in senior network and security engineering roles within large enterprises - financial services a bonus but not essential.
  • Excellent experience with Cisco (Routing, Switching, DC, Wireless), Palo Alto, SD‑WAN, Infoblox, and F5/NGINX.
  • Strong experience working on enterprise networks and managing complex environments.
  • Proven experience designing and operating AWS networking.
  • Experience with network automation.
  • Strong understanding of network security, vulnerability management, and compliance.
  • Ability to multi-task and find solutions to complex issues.
The role requires 2 days a week in the Sydney CBD office. You must hold a visa with full working rights for this role.

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