Senior Network Engineer

Senior Network Engineer role at Premier's Department NSW. Permanent full-time role, Clerk Grade 9/10, with excellent career development opportunities. Located in Martin Place, Sydney CBD.

As a Senior Network Engineer, you will be responsible for the planning, design, and ongoing support of secure, resilient, and high-performing data and voice networks across the Premier's Department, The Cabinet Office, and Ministers' Offices.

A$129,464.00/yr - A$142,665.00/yr

• Flexible Working: Broad range of flexible working arrangements
• Career Development: Ongoing learning through expert-led sessions, online training, and professional development opportunities
• Work-Life Balance: Flex time accrual for extra hours worked (for non-executive roles) based on a 35-hour standard week
• Wellbeing Support: Access to employee assistance program, fitness passport program, and wellbeing initiatives
• Inclusive Culture: Staff-led networks including Aboriginal Staff Advisory Committee, Diversity & Inclusion Network, and Young Professionals Network

• Lead the design, security, and optimisation of critical network infrastructure for a key NSW Government department
• Join a high-impact team based in the heart of Martin Place, Sydney CBD
• Permanent full-time role, Clerk Grade 9/10, with excellent career development opportunities

About the Role: You will be responsible for the planning, design, and ongoing support of secure, resilient, and high-performing data and voice networks across the Premier's Department, The Cabinet Office, and Ministers' Offices. You will influence the direction of network technologies, guiding the adoption of emerging solutions and helping to future-proof critical systems. You will contribute to the integrity and performance of key government services, while working in an environment that values innovation, security, and strategic problem-solving. You will have a high degree of autonomy and collaborate with a team of experts who share a commitment to excellence. This is an opportunity to make a tangible impact within a highly secure government landscape and grow professionally while contributing to important national initiatives. For more details, review the Role Description.

• Network Security Expertise: Deep knowledge of Fortinet platforms, ACSC Information Security Manual, NIST frameworks, and best practices
• Advanced Networking Skills: Experience with MPLS, BGP, OSPF, VXLAN, VRF, and multi-site enterprise networks
• Cloud Networking Experience: Hands-on experience with Azure networking (ExpressRoute, VPNs), secure remote access, and monitoring
• Project Management & Delivery: Ability to lead network infrastructure projects from design through to implementation
• Problem Solving & Troubleshooting: Ability to diagnose and resolve network performance and security issues promptly
• Collaborative Leadership: Experience working with cross-functional teams, mentoring others, and fostering a knowledge-sharing culture

We value diverse experiences. Even if you're not sure you meet all requirements, we encourage you to apply.

Click 'Apply Online' and submit your application including:

• A resume detailing relevant knowledge, skills and experience (maximum 5 pages)
• A cover letter addressing how you meet the essential requirements and focus capabilities of the role and response to the target question (maximum 2 pages)

Closing date: Wednesday, 24th September 2025 (9:59am)

Salary: Classification Clerk Grade 9/10. Package includes base salary ($129,464 - $142,665) plus superannuation (12%) and leave loading.

Hiring Manager: Harsh Rathod, Associate Director on harsh.rathod@premiersdepartment.nsw.gov.au

Connecting to Deliver from the Heart of Government. The Premier's Department leads the state's 430,000 public servants, driving collaboration and the delivery of whole-of-government priorities.

Our Commitment

We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans and other diverse communities.

The Premier's Department acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work and live. We pay respect to Ancestors and Elders past and present. We recognise and learn from the strengths of First Nations peoples of New South Wales and their continuing connection to, and unique cultural and spiritual relationship with, Country.

Additional Information

Reasonable Adjustments: The selection process will include assessment techniques to determine your suitability. You can request reasonable adjustments at any stage by indicating in pre-screening questions, contacting the Talent Team at PCT@premiersdepartment.nsw.gov.au, or reaching out to the hiring manager.

Talent Pool: A talent pool may be created from this recruitment process. If eligible, you may be contacted for ongoing and temporary opportunities in the same role or grade that become available over an 18-month period.