Network Team Lead

Network Team Lead – Network & Network Security

Location: Hybrid – Sydney, Australia

Tech Stack: Aruba Routing, Switching & Wireless, Smart Building Hardware, IoT Technologies, Fortinet Security

Company Overview:

Join a leading IT Services and IT Consulting business delivering enterprise-grade network and security solutions across the commercial, retail, residential, and industrial sectors. Known for their expertise in Aruba and Fortinet technologies - while also valuing strong experience with Cisco and Juniper - the company is trusted by clients to design, implement, and maintain complex network environments.

Role Overview:

As the Network Team Lead, you will be responsible for leading a high-performing team of network engineers, overseeing the successful delivery of networking and security projects, and ensuring operational excellence across client environments. This is a hands-on leadership role that blends people management, project oversight, and technical strategy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and mentor a team of network engineers across project and support functions
• Manage end-to-end delivery of network and security projects, ensuring timelines and technical standards are met
• Act as an escalation point for complex technical issues and provide hands-on guidance where required
• Work closely with senior leadership, pre-sales, and project teams to align technical delivery with business goals
• Oversee network operations, capacity planning, change management, and performance optimization
• Drive best practices, process improvements, and ensure documentation standards are upheld
• Build strong client relationships and maintain high levels of customer satisfaction

Key Requirements:

• Proven experience managing or leading network engineering teams within an Service Provider or Consultancy Environment
• Strong technical background across routing, switching, wireless, and firewall technologies
• Experience with Aruba and Fortinet highly desirable; Cisco or Juniper also considered
• IoT Knowledge is highly desirable
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Strong problem-solving ability and hands-on experience with complex network environments
• Understanding of ITIL processes, project management methodologies, and service delivery frameworks

What’s in it for you?

• Step into a leadership role with a respected and growing IT consultancy
• Drive strategic initiatives and shape the future of the network engineering practice
• Hybrid work model with flexibility and autonomy
• Exposure to a wide range of industries and cutting-edge technologies
• Competitive salary package and career development opportunities

If you're a confident Network Team Lead or Senior Network Engineer ready to take ownership of technical delivery and team leadership in a dynamic, forward-thinking environment - apply now and be part of the company’s continued success.