Network Engineer - Contract - Australia

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, deploy, and maintain IP-based network solutions across enterprise and specialized environments
  
• Implement and manage secure network architectures, including Cisco-based security frameworks
  
• Work on virtualized and cloud environments (OpenStack, VMware, OpenShift)
  
• Automate network provisioning and configuration using tools such as Ansible and Puppet
  
• Support Hyper-Converged Infrastructure (HCI) deployments and operations
  
• Develop and maintain scripts and automation workflows for network optimization
  
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver robust and compliant network solutions
  
• Support specialized network requirements including satellite and secure communications environments
  
  

Required Skills & Experience:

• Advanced expertise in IP Networking and Network Engineering concepts
  
• Strong experience with OpenStack, OpenShift, VMware Cisco Network Security, Automation tools: Ansible, Puppet
  
• Knowledge of network security and secure architecture design
  
• Experience with coding/scripting (e.g., Python, Shell) for automation
  
• Exposure to satellite networks or specialized communication systems
  
• Experience in security-focused or regulated environments
  
• Strong troubleshooting and system integration skills