Senior Network Engineer

Job description
At BAE Systems Australia

• Do interesting work that MATTERS
• ENJOY what you do
• GROW your career
• Be YOU

We work in a thriving sector – one that puts us at the forefront of exciting and meaningful work. Every day we push boundaries to produce some of the world's most innovative and ground breaking technology. Individually we all contribute to our success. Collectively we make the impossible possible.
Recognised for delivering projects of global and national significance that help keep Australia safe, it is our shared passion that shapes our culture, and our people that make it a great place to work.
About the OPPORTUNITY
We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Network Engineer to join our Central Functions Line of Business reporting to the Network Engineering Manager. We are flexible in terms of the location of work and will consider applications from VIC / SA / NSW.
We embrace flexible work arrangements at BAE Systems Australia, such as working a 9-day fortnight and hybrid working.
You will be responsible for aspects of the design, maintenance and optimisation of the corporate Networking infrastructure.
You will ensure the reliability, scalability and security of the Networking environments while taking a leadership role in guiding and mentoring junior members.
Key responsibilities include:

• Provide input into project tasks including requirements gathering, design, implementation and transition to support
• Maintain and support the corporate networking environments ensuring efficient, scalable and highly redundant architecture is maintained at all times
• Lead recovery action in the event of a network failure or major network incident
• Produce and maintain detailed and clear documentation in the form of High and Low level designs, as-built, how-to knowledge base and troubleshooting articles
• Lead the specification, design and implementation aspects of the WAN and LAN networks that meet or exceed industry standard best practices
• Provide mentorship to other Network Engineers and support staff in both technical and soft skills

About YOU

• Extensive proven experience in designing, implementing and supporting Enterprise networking environments including LAN, WAN and DataCentre
• Significant experience designing, implementing and supporting Palo Alto Firewalls, F5 ADCs, Cisco LAN/WAN, Cisco Wireless, Cisco ISE
• Deep understanding of foundational technologies and ability to utilise to adapt to new systems
• Demonstrated Experience with security best practices and compliance standards
• Experience with Network Automation using Ansible, Python or others
• Experience with the configuration and day-to-day operation of Cisco ACI (Application Centric Infrastructure) and SDN (Software Defined Networking) will be an advantage
• Ability to negotiate with and influence internal and/ or external stakeholders in a way which generates business benefit whilst maintaining key relationships
• Ability to use and adapt written and verbal communication skills to suit a variety of difference audiences is critical to this role
• Exceptional problem-solving capabilities
• Defence security clearance or eligibility to obtain
• Eligibility to be cleared for International Traffic In Arms (ITAR) regulations

We believe in hiring for potential, we know that some candidates hesitate if they don't tick all the boxes. If this role interests you, but you don't meet all the criteria, we still encourage you to apply.
About US
You will be joining a workplace that truly cares about your wellbeing.
Our people are diverse and we value the variety of perspectives this brings, we know that a culture that is inclusive and fosters a sense of belonging is a place we can all make the most of our unique talents and be our best.
As Australia's largest defence company in a rapidly growing sector, you will be connected into a global team and encouraged to explore where your career might take you whether that is a traditional career path or squiggly one, there are infinite possibilities for you at BAE Systems Australia.
We welcome applicants from all people regardless of sex, gender identity, race, ethnicity, disability, pregnancy, age, or other lived experience; and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all positions.
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To learn more about our competitive employee benefits, flexibility, other employment opportunities and what to expect from our recruitment process please visit:
Clearances
As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain appropriate clearances.
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