Systems Engineer

4 days ago

Canberra n Capital Territory, Australia Emanate Technology Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

Systems Administrator
Canberra, ACT 

Must be an Australian Citizen - PV Clearence 

12 Month Contract 

We're looking for a skilled
Systems Administrator
to take ownership of maintaining, optimising, and securing critical technology platforms that keep our organisation running efficiently. You'll work across a diverse range of systems and infrastructure — from on-premises servers to cloud environments — ensuring they're reliable, scalable, and aligned with modern technology standards.

This role involves both strategic thinking and hands-on technical work, supporting systems that are central to high-demand operations. You'll be part of a collaborative team responsible for designing, building, and maintaining solutions that meet evolving business and mission needs.

Key Responsibilities

  • Administer and support ICT infrastructure, including server builds, OS and application configuration, system hardening, and local security policies.
  • Design, implement, and maintain monitoring and alerting solutions to ensure system performance and availability.
  • Manage and optimise cloud-based platforms, automating configuration, deployment, and monitoring processes.
  • Configure and maintain network components such as VPNs, firewalls, routing tables, and cloud-native networking tools.
  • Oversee installation and lifecycle management of physical infrastructure, including servers, storage, and networking hardware.
  • Support and maintain a broad range of enterprise systems including:
  • Virtualisation platforms (e.g., VMware, Red Hat)
  • Cloud services and infrastructure
  • High performance computing environments
  • Messaging, collaboration, and communication tools (Exchange, email gateways, voice/video systems)
  • Application packaging and deployment platforms
  • Security and monitoring systems
  • Enterprise databases and collaboration software

Technical Focus Areas

  • Server and desktop infrastructure management
  • Automation and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices
  • Cloud and on-premise system integration
  • Enterprise monitoring and alerting
  • Security, patching, and system resilience

Preferred Skills & Experience
We're seeking candidates with diverse technical experience and a passion for continuous learning. Desired areas of expertise include:

  • Administration of
    Windows
    or
    Linux
    operating systems
  • Virtualisation
    technologies (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V)
  • Networking
    configuration and security
  • Cloud platforms
    and migration experience
  • Database
    management and business intelligence tools
  • Automation
    and scripting (PowerShell, Bash, Python, etc.)
  • DevOps
    practices and Infrastructure as Code principles
  • Microsoft Configuration Manager
    and application packaging
  • Enterprise monitoring
    and service management tools
  • Storage
    solutions and enterprise software deployment
  • Experience in digital form and workflow design

About You

You're a proactive problem solver who enjoys diving into complex technical challenges. You have a strong grasp of systems administration fundamentals and can work effectively across multiple environments. Whether improving automation, strengthening system security, or modernising infrastructure, you thrive in fast-paced, mission-driven environments.

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We are an inclusive employer committed to fostering a diverse and accessible workplace. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people of all ages, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

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