Cleared Infrastructure / Network Role

Australian Signals Directorate (ASD) requires multiple APS6 equivalent System Administrators to fill positions across the agency.

As well as filling current vacancies, a merit pool will be created for future positions that may arise within 12 months of RFQ close.

Job details
Infrastructure Engineers implement, manage and retire the infrastructure (including physical, virtual, networking and cloud infrastructure) that supports digital services.

ASD requires strong NV2 and TSPV cleared candidates only.

Suitable candidates will be required to complete ASD's Organisational Suitability Assessment (OSA) prior to commencement and ASD will allocate successful candidates to business areas based on operational needs.

Key duties and responsibilities

Include but not limited to:
· Accountable to contribute to the investigation, diagnosis and resolution of network problems and provide advice on preventative strategies.

· Responsible to ensure all requests for support are dealt with and manage any outstanding problems in accordance with Defence and ASD standards, policies and procedures.

· Use experience to design and implement network changes and maintenance routines.

· Apply knowledge to explain and capitalise on the capabilities of current Defence and industry data, voice and audio networking devices and procedures.

· Build and sustain effective working relationships and actively participate in team activities.

· Interpret and comply with security policy and contribute to the development of standards and guidelines.

· Investigate and resolve network problems using expertise, taking the initiative to identify alternative courses of action.

Technical skills
Diploma or Bachelor degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Information Technology or related fields. Proficient in network automation. High level of knowledge on protocols, architectures, devices, topologies.

RFQ closing date: Monday, 16 February 2026

Estimated start date: 30.04.2026
Initial contract duration: 12 months
Extension term: 12 months
Number of extensions: 2

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