Operational Ict Infrastructure Technical Specialist El1

Operational ICT Infrastructure Technical Specialist

Executive Level 1

$145,137 - $169,572 (Plus Superannuation)

ASIS is Australia’s overseas secret intelligence collection agency. Its mission is to protect and
promote Australia’s vital interests through the provision of intelligence services as directed by the
Government. Its work can involve collecting intelligence relating to national security, international
relations and economic issues. It also contributes to Australia’s coordinated national efforts
against terrorism, proliferation of weapons of mass destruction, and trans-national issues such as
people smuggling.

ASIS employs people in a wide range of roles, including technologists. These roles require dynamic
team players who enjoy working with stakeholders, team members and individually on projects.
ASIS is looking for people who will be able to meet tight deadlines and work to support ASIS
skills, excellent verbal and written communication skills; and, strong stakeholder engagement and
influencing skills. Relevant tertiary qualifications and demonstrable experience will be highly
regarded.

ASIS is a diverse and inclusive workplace, where our people are empowered through authenticity
and a sense of belonging to achieve their potential and contribute to a shared purpose and
and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with a disability, neurodiverse, people from
culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and those who identify as LGBTIQA+.

We offer a competitive salary package including 22 days annual leave, shutdown between
Christmas and New Years Day, 15% employer superannuation contribution and generous paid
maternity/paternity leave. Full and part time positions as well as flexible work hours can be
negotiated.

These roles are Canberra office-based with successful applicant required to obtain and maintain
a Security Clearance.

ROLE: ICT Technical Specialist (EL1)

We are seeking experienced Technical Specialists with the requisite skills and experience who are
complex global environment. These roles will see you providing essential services to ASIS as you
work within highly experienced teams.

You will be provided with training, support and mentorship required to develop and grow your skills
to further your career. This role will include the opportunity for domestic and overseas travel.

Key Responsibilities and Tasks
Outlined below are the key areas of responsibility for EL1 Technical Specialist:
Providing operational support and improvements to bespoke ICT Infrastructure, which
may include:

- Conduct research, analysis, planning, design and development, monitoring
and maintenance of ICT systems
- Undertake installation work, both in Australia and Overseas
Lead development activities within a team environment
Review, design, update and build documentation
Support and manage organisation priorities and effort
Support Senior Infrastructure Engineers with complex technical design planning,

development and implementation
Use monitoring and management tools to support performance, availability and

capacity planning

and other staff in the development of new capabilities

Core Skills / Education, qualification and experience requirements
We are looking for knowledgeable IT professionals with a background/experience in a range of ICT
disciplines with one or more of the following:
security controls;
System monitoring, performance optimisation and process improvements;
Server virtualisation technologies such as VMWare, HyperV or OpenStack;
Support of Operating systems (including Window and Linux) and management of other

open source virtualisation platforms (Ovirt);

Ansible, or Puppet;
Experience in Automation and scripting using tools such as; Java Scripting, HTML,

PowerShell, Unix, Bash, CSS, AJAX or similar;
IaaS, PaaS and SaaS cloud technologies (Google, Amazon, Microsoft or other);
Configuration and management of SIEM tools such as Splunk for threat management and

detection; and

Selection Criteria
capabilities for the position.

Shapes Strategic Thinking
Inspires a sense of purpose and direction;
Focuses strategically;
Harnesses information and opportunities; and
Shows judgment, intelligence and common sense.

Achieves Results

Builds organisational capability and responsiveness;
Marshals professional expertise;
Steers and implements change and deals with uncertainty; and
Ensures closure and delivers on intended results.

Cultivates Productive Working Relationships

Nurtures internal and external relationships;
Facilitates co-operation and partnerships;
Values individual differences and diversity; and
Guides, mentors and develops people.

Exemplifies Personal Drive and Integrity

Demonstrates public service professionalism and probity;
Engages with risk and shows personal courage;
Commits to action;
Displays resilience; and
Demonstrates self-awareness and a commitment to personal development.

Communicates with Influence

Communicates clearly;
Listens, understands and adapt