Network Engineer

Job details

Cleared are working with a leading national security agency responsible for signals intelligence, cyber operations, and information security. This team plays a vital role in protecting Australia's interests at home and abroad-supporting government decision-making and defending against sophisticated cyber threats. We are seeking a motivated and skilled Junior Network Engineer to join our team on a contract basis. This is an exciting opportunity for an emerging professional to contribute to the design, implementation, and maintenance of network systems critical to government operations. The successful candidate will receive mentorship and guidance from senior engineers, while playing a key role in ensuring the performance, reliability, and security of network infrastructure.

Desirable Skills:

• Knowledge of basic networking protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP).
• Exposure to Cisco networking equipment or other vendor technologies.
• Familiarity with network monitoring tools and network management systems.
• Previous experience in government or highly regulated enterprise environments.

Key duties and responsibilities

• Network Support and Maintenance: Assist in the monitoring, maintenance, and troubleshooting of network systems.
• Configuration and Installation: Support the configuration and deployment of network devices and systems, ensuring compliance with security protocols and government standards.
• Troubleshooting and Issue Resolution: Diagnosing and resolving network issues, and escalating complex problems to senior team members when necessary.
• Documentation: Assist in maintaining network documentation and ensuring all changes and updates are properly recorded.
• Collaboration: Work closely with senior network engineers and other IT teams to ensure seamless integration and operation of network services.
• Security: Adhere to established security protocols and assist in implementing measures to safeguard the network from unauthorized access or attacks.
• Teamwork: Work effectively in a collaborative, cross-functional team environment and manage relationships with various internal and external stakeholders.

At Cleared, we provide tailored recruitment solutions to individuals seeking their next opportunity and to organisations searching for talent within the Defence Industry, Intelligence, and National Security sectors.

Interested? Apply now or reach out for a confidential discussion!