Senior Network Engineer

2 weeks ago

Canberra, ACT, Australia ClearCompany Full time
Overview

Join a Federal Government agency delivering a major technology uplift to strengthen ICT infrastructure and ensure resilient, secure services. The program is focused on modernising platforms, networks, and cloud environments to support mission-critical outcomes.

The Opportunity

This agency is upgrading its network and cloud environment to meet evolving performance and security requirements. As part of a skilled Systems and Platforms team, you will contribute to both business-as-usual operations and long-term transformation projects.

This is a long-term contract to mid-2026 with extension potential, offering stability, flexibility, and the chance to see your work deliver meaningful outcomes at a national scale.

The Role

As a Senior Network Engineer, you will:

- Develop current and future state network architecture

- Support the transition to cloud platforms, particularly Microsoft Azure networking

- Install, configure, test, and maintain enterprise networks while resolving issues and emergencies

- Research, analyse, and evaluate network infrastructure to optimise performance and recommend improvements

- Provide technical advice, reporting, and guidance to stakeholders

- Collaborate with technical and non-technical colleagues across geographically dispersed teams

- Mentor peers and contribute to team capability development

The Ideal Person

You are an experienced Network Engineer who can balance technical depth with strong communication skills.

You'll bring experience in:

- Designing, administering, and optimising enterprise networks

- Troubleshooting and maintaining complex environments

- Layer 2 networking (VLANs, trunks, Spanning-Tree)

- Implementing Microsoft Azure networking topologies

- Communicating effectively across teams and locations

- Integrity and accountability within policy and legislative frameworks

Bonus if you also have experience in:

- FortiGate firewall configuration

- Routing protocols such as BGP and OSPF

- DWDM optical networks

- Troubleshooting L4–7 application performance

- DNS and DHCP administration

Relevant tertiary qualifications or vendor certifications (Cisco, Fortinet, etc.) would also be a plus

You must be an Australian Citizen and will have a Baseline Clearance/the ability to obtain and maintain a Baseline Clearance.

Salary / Rate

- $120/hr - $180/hr inclusive of Super

- Contract until June 2026 with 2 × 12-month extension options

- Flexible hybrid working arrangements

How to Apply

To apply online, please click on the appropriate link.

Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Antony Austin or Prajjwal K C on 02 6108 4878 quoting ref no. 20888.

HorizonOne is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and we encourage applications from people of all cultures, capabilities and backgrounds.

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