System Administrator

Location Deakin
Salary Negotiable
Job type Contract
Discipline ICT
Reference BBBH3134_1748927018


TSPV System Administrator | Canberra | National Security Project

Cleared Recruitment is proud to be partnering with a prominent agency at the heart of Australia's national security community and looking to engage a skilled TSPV-cleared System Administrator for a secure, long-term contract on a program based in Canberra.

This is a fully on-site role, ideal for professionals with experience supporting secure, mission-critical ICT environments.

The Department requires all potential candidates to hold a TSPV clearance.

About the Role:
We are seeking Systems Administrators to lead and manage system administrative support activities within a key capability domain. You will work in a fast-paced environment, managing system installations, configurations, and providing ongoing hardware and OS support.

Key Responsibilities

  • Install, configure, and maintain Windows and/or Linux systems across secure domains.
  • Perform routine administration tasks, including patching, updates, and health checks.
  • Monitor system performance, identify faults, and provide timely resolutions.
  • Manage system backups, access controls, and antivirus/security updates.
  • Maintain and update technical documentation aligned with internal processes and ISM requirements.
  • Work closely with infrastructure, security, and support teams on BAU operations and project tasks.
  • Support system rollouts, migrations, and hardware lifecycle management.

Required Skills & Experience

  • Proven experience as a System Administrator within secure or classified ICT environments.
  • Strong technical capability across Windows Server, Linux, Active Directory, Group Policy.
  • Experience with infrastructure tools such as SCCM, VMware, or scripting tools (PowerShell/Bash).
  • Ability to troubleshoot network, hardware, and application-level issues.
  • Familiarity with ISM compliance and defence/government system environments is highly desirable.
  • Clear, professional communication skills and the ability to follow strict security protocols.

Security Clearance

  • Current TSPV clearance is mandatory.
  • Applicants must be Australian citizens.
  • This role is 100% on-site in Canberra - remote work is not available.
  • This is an onsite position only

What's on Offer:

  • Work in a highly secure environment, contributing to national security efforts and operations.
  • Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
  • Opportunities to mentor and lead a team while engaging with a variety of stakeholders and complex projects.
  • Career growth and development within a dynamic and evolving team.


Interested? Contact Daniel at 0424 906 007
At Cleared Recruitment, we connect skilled professionals with opportunities in the Defence, Intelligence, and National Security sectors.

Referral Bonus: Know someone who would be a great fit? Refer them and receive a gift card up to $1,000. Terms and conditions apply.

To arrange a confidential conversation or apply, please contact Daniel at 0424 906 007 or to view all our current openings, please visit https://www.clearedict.com.au/jobs

To view all our current openings, please visit https://www.clearedict.com.au/jobs

Cleared Recruitment is proud to be partnering with a prominent agency at the heart of Australia's national security community