Network Engineer

Flinders Street, SA, Australia

Shared Services

Information technology

Experienced Professionals

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Job Description

Network Engineer

At BAE Systems Australia

  • Do interesting work that MATTERS
  • ENJOY what you do
  • GROW your career
  • Be YOU

We work in a thriving sector – one that puts us at the forefront of exciting and meaningful work. Every day we push boundaries to produce some of the world’s most innovative and ground breaking technology. Individually we all contribute to our success. Collectively we make the impossible possible.

Recognised for delivering projects of global and national significance that help keep Australia safe, it is our shared passion that shapes our culture, and our people that make it a great place to work.

About the OPPORTUNITY

We have a great opportunity for a Network Engineer to join our Central Functions Business Unit based at Adelaide. Our location is flexible and we are open to considering applicants from Melbourne and Newcastle.

We embrace flexible work arrangements at BAE Systems Australia, such as working a 9-day fortnight and hybrid working.

Reporting to the Hosted Platform Manager with a focus on the Defence Delivery side of the business, you will be a responsible for the maintenance, support and optimisation of our corporate and project Networking infrastructure to ensure efficient and secure communication and data transfer within the organisation.

You will Work with both Senior Engineers and the Network Architect on aspects of Network design.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Implement, support and maintain local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs), and other networked systems
  • Monitor network performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure maximum uptime and reliability
  • Configure and install network equipment, including routers, switches, firewalls, and other hardware devices
  • Identify and implement improvements and optimisations to process and technology
  • Participate in recovery action in the event of a network failure or major network incident
  • Contribute to and maintain detailed and clear documentation in the form of High and Low level designs, as-built, how-to knowledge base and troubleshooting articles
  • Provide input into project tasks including requirements gathering, design, implementation and transition to support
  • Ensure the day to day stability and operation of the corporate network
  • Ensure all network systems are within compliance of security policies
  • Assist with educating customers and support teams in network concepts and troubleshooting techniques
  • Contribute to solution designs that are consistent with architectural and business needs
  • Plan and monitor project, maintenance and integration activities to quality, cost and schedule
  • Contribute to detailed and clear documentation in the form of High and Low level designs, as-built, how-to knowledge base and troubleshooting articles
  • Build and maintain valuable relationships with vendors and stakeholders
  • Optionally participate in the on-call roster providing out-of-hours support for key systems

About YOU

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent work experience + vendor certifications) preferred
  • Experience in designing, implementing and supporting Enterprise networking environments including LAN, WAN and DataCentre
  • Experience designing, implementing and supporting Palo Alto Firewalls, F5 ADCs, Cisco LAN/WAN, Cisco Wireless, Cisco ISE
  • Strong understanding of foundational technologies and ability to utilise to adapt to new systems
  • Experience with security best practices and compliance standards
  • Experience with the configuration and day-to-day operation of Cisco ACI (Application Centric Infrastructure) and SDN (Software Defined Networking) will be an advantage
  • Ability to interact effectively with colleagues within and outside their immediate team, to implement business requirements
  • Exceptional problem-solving capabilities, ability to use and adapt written and verbal communication skills to suit a variety of difference audiences is critical to this role
  • Willingness to cross-skill with other technologies, for example SysAdmin (Windows/Linux), Database Administration, Applications
  • Experience with Network Automation will be an advantage
  • Defence security clearance or eligibility to obtain
  • Eligibility to be cleared for International Traffic In Arms (ITAR) regulations

We believe in hiring for potential, we know that some candidates hesitate if they don’t tick all the boxes. If this role interests you, but you don’t meet all the criteria, we still encourage you to apply.

About US

You will be joining a workplace that truly cares about your wellbeing.

Our people are diverse and we value the variety of perspectives this brings, we know that a culture that is inclusive and fosters a sense of belonging is a place we can all make the most of our unique talents and be our best.

As Australia’s largest defence company in a rapidly growing sector, you will be connected into a global team and encouraged to explore where your career might take you whether that is a traditional career path or squiggly one, there are infinite possibilities for you at BAE Systems Australia.

BAE Systems recognises the sacrifices of those who have served our Nation and their families. We support our veteran community through our internal veteran network (VetNet Australia) and strong charitable partnerships, internal offerings including reserve service leave, a Veteran Mentoring Program and other exclusive offerings available through our strategic partners.

We welcome applicants from all people regardless of sex, gender identity, race, ethnicity, disability, pregnancy, age, or other lived experience; and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all positions.

We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180.

Awarded the 2024 Quarter 1 Benchmarcx Triple R- Excellence In Candidate Experience Certification. As a member of the Circle Back Initiative we commit to respond to every applicant.

To learn more about our competitive employee benefits, flexibility, other employment opportunities and what to expect from our recruitment process please visit: www.baesystemscareers.com.au

Clearances

As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain appropriate clearances. Further information regarding security clearances.

International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. Please visit this webpage for more information.

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