Network Technical Lead

EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Ongoing Full time

LOCATION - ACT

AFP BAND & SALARY - Band 08, $121,628.00 - $132,391.00

JOB REFERENCE NUMBER - 12391

This advertisement is to fill current vacancies and create a merit pool for future ongoing or non-ongoing vacancies arising over the next 12 months.

Did you know?

The mission of the Australian Federal Police is to provide dynamic and effective law enforcement to the people of Australia. It provides policing throughout Australia in relation to the prevention and detection of crimes against the Commonwealth, its laws and integrity, and community police services to the Community of the ACT.

Working for the AFP provides you with a diverse and rewarding career. Whether you immerse yourself in a position on the frontline, or provide critical operational or professional support, the work you do makes a big impact on the people of Australia.

We recognise your contribution to our workforce and offer generous remuneration and conditions including:
Six weeks (30 days) of paid annual leave per year + additional paid Christmas stand down
4 extra mandatory leave rest days per year
18 days of paid personal leave per year
Generous superannuation of 15.4%
16 weeks of paid maternity leave (after 12 months of service) + an additional 36 weeks of maternity leave without pay
Generous salaries and incremental salary progression governed by the AFP Enterprise Agreement
Flexible and hybrid working arrangement that provides work/life balance
Access to ongoing training and professional development opportunities
What is the role?

Applications are sought from suitably qualified applicants wishing to be considered for the role of Network Technical Lead - Network Operations Team.

Chief Information Officer Branch (CIO) provides critical ICT infrastructure and services to AFP members in support of Policing for a safer Australia. The Network Operations team is responsible for the design, provision, and support of secure and robust AFP network connectivity both in Australia and in overseas post locations.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a multi-disciplined team in a dynamic mixed technology environment. The successful applicant will enjoy exposure to a wide variety of technologies including WAN, LAN and wireless, Data Centre networks, Internet gateway and DMZ, load balancing and Software Defined Networks.

You will also be required to contribute to the achievement of outcomes in accordance with the regulatory framework, the AFP Code of Conduct and the AFP Governance Instruments. It is expected that the successful applicant will deliver on the core responsibilities and meet any requirements of the position as outlined below.

What will you do?

Network Technical Leads will work under the broad direction of the Network Operations Team Leader to deliver all team responsibilities.

**Key tasks and duties are**:
Sustain, enhance and manage critical infrastructure in LAN/WAN, cloud, internet and data communications network environments.
Diagnose and resolve problems quickly and be able to communicate outcomes with technical users.
Perform troubleshooting and incident response, with root cause identification and timely resolution of network problems.
Plan and complete routine preventative maintenance and upgrade of network infrastructure.
Proactive monitoring and analysis to enhance stability and availability of the network.
Willingness to learn new technologies and work responsively in a team environment.
Identify trends and support continuous service improvement to the benefit of the AFP.
Lead network design, strategic and technical direction, advice and planning.
Architect, supervise and implement technology solutions that adhere to current AFP standards.
Mentor, develop and delegate the technical capability of colleagues within the Network Operations team.
Essential requirements
A Negative Vetting 1 (Secret) security clearance or the ability to obtain one.
Has contemporary knowledge and experience relevant to the role.
Significant experience and skill in the design, management, configuration, and troubleshooting of enterprise networks.
Relevant qualification/s or extensive experience and knowledge.

Experience as a Network Technical Lead including expertise in one or more of the following technologies:
Cloud Networking - Azure and AWS
Software Defined Networking - Aruba SD-WAN and VMWare NSX T
Gateway and Data Center Networking
Campus (LAN/WAN) Networking - Routing, Switching and Wireless
Networking Security - Firewalls and VPNs
Desirable requirements

The following skills and/or experience would be highly regarded:
Experience with automation, scripting, and programming (e.g. Python, Ansible, Linux)
Professional industry certification
Working knowledge of the Information Security Manual (ISM) and Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF)
Additional information
National or International travel may be required.
This position has been advertised in multiple locations however, the role is curre