Network Engineer

Network Engineer - Corporate IP & Security Operations
Location: Sydney, NSW
Work Type: Full-time | 24/7 Rotating Roster

Join a high-performing Corporate Network Operations team, where your expertise in IP networking and security will directly support the performance, reliability, and security of important enterprise systems. We're looking for a skilled and motivated Network Engineer to play a hands-on role in ensuring optimal service delivery across complex hybrid environments spanning on-premises and cloud infrastructure.

About the Role

As a Network Engineer, you'll be responsible for day-to-day operations, administration, and incident response for corporate IP and security networks. You'll work across a range of technologies including Cisco routers and switches, Fortinet and Checkpoint firewalls, and network monitoring systems like Splunk.

This position operates within a 24/7 shift environment, ensuring continuous support and high availability for critical enterprise applications and services. You'll collaborate with peers and vendor partners to resolve incidents, implement changes, and continually enhance network performance and resilience.

About You

You're an analytical, hands-on network professional with a strong technical foundation and a focus on delivering high-quality outcomes in busy environments. You thrive in 24/7 operations and are motivated by problem-solving and continual improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor, analyse, and respond to network and security events within defined SLAs.
• Perform operations and administration on Cisco network devices, wireless networks, and load balancers.
• Support firewall operations and log management (Checkpoint, Fortinet, Splunk).
• Conduct incident root cause analysis, implement corrective actions, and maintain documentation.
• Support ITIL-aligned processes across Incident, Problem, Change, and Knowledge Management.
• Drive network automation, process improvement, and service optimisation initiatives.
• Liaise with cross-functional teams and vendors to ensure timely incident resolution and project delivery.

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Computing, Telecommunications, or a related field.
• 2+ years' experience in IP Networking or Information Security operations.
• Cisco routers, switches, wireless, and load balancing platforms
• Checkpoint and/or Fortinet firewalls
• Unix/Linux systems and TCP/IP networking fundamentals
• Authentication systems (AD, LDAP, RADIUS, TACACS)
• Monitoring and analytics tools (Splunk, ELK, NMS systems)
• Strong analytical and communication skills, with a customer-centric approach.

Certifications:

• CCNA, Security+, ITIL Foundation
• Checkpoint or Fortinet certification
• Familiarity with virtualised or cloud networking environments

What's on Offer

• Exposure to enterprise-grade IP network and security technologies
• cooperative and supportive operations environment
• Ongoing learning, certification support, and career progression opportunities
• flexible role with impact across key business systems and services

Ready to apply?

Reach out to Ryan Atack at [email protected] or https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-atack/