System Administrator

We are looking for a Systems Administrator to provide support to our client, a Federal Government agency responsible in dealing with matters relating to cyber security.

Highlights:

• 12-month contract with a further 2 x 12-month extension options
• Can be done from ACT, Victoria or Queensland
• Must have NV1 clearance, with the option to upgrade to a TSPV clearance
• Contribute to looking after national security

Responsibilities

• Identify and analyse system performance issues, configuration discrepancies, and opportunities for optimisation, and work collaboratively with all stakeholders to recommend and implement remediation actions.
• Provide user support, troubleshooting, and ongoing maintenance of IT systems.
• Anticipate, investigate, and resolve problems in systems and services.
• Maintain security controls in adherence to organisational security policy, and implement new controls as required.
• Maintain administrative processes and manage the access rights and privileges of systems.
• Create and maintain system records and documentation.
• Provide updates to users and team leadership on problems, system updates and modifications, and planned future changes.
• Manage automated process and script and automate new processes.
• Demonstrate exceptional problem-solving skills, with an ability to identify and solve issues prior to an impact on operational productivity.

Experience Required

• Three or more years experience in systems administration.
• Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Azure cloud technology knowledge and experience.
• Scripting and coding knowledge and experience in Python to automate tasks.
• Proven ability to work across Linux and Windows operating systems.
• Knowledge and experience in DevOps and DevSecOps practices.
• Knowledge and experience in Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) practices.
• Bachelor's degree, or higher, in Computer Science or related field.
• Experience in Cyber Security Operations (Desirable).
• Positive Vetting (PV) clearance (Desirable).

If you think you match the above criteria, please apply in Word format only. PDF is also accepted.

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All applications should include your resume as a word document. For more information, visit our website, www.kinexus.com.au or contact Edward Linivker at elinivker@kinexus.com.au #LI-EL