Australian Federal Police | It System Administrator - Enterprise Systems

EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Ongoing Full time
LOCATION - ACT; NSW; NT; QLD; SA; TAS; VIC; WA AFP BAND & SALARY - Band 06 ($107,559 - $118,673). This salary is reflective of the AFP's new Enterprise Agreement which commences 9 December 2024.
JOB REFERENCE NUMBER - 13764 This advertisement is to fill a current vacancy and create a merit pool for future ongoing or non-ongoing vacancies arising over the next 12 months.
Did you know? The mission of the Australian Federal Police is to provide dynamic and effective law enforcement to the people of Australia. It provides policing throughout Australia in relation to the prevention and detection of crimes against the Commonwealth, its laws and integrity, and community police services to the Community of the ACT.
Working for the AFP provides you with a diverse and rewarding career. Whether you immerse yourself in a position on the frontline, or provide critical operational or professional support, the work you do makes a big impact on the people of Australia.
We recognise your contribution to our workforce and offer generous remuneration and conditions including:
Six weeks (30 days) of paid annual leave per year + additional paid Christmas stand down4 extra mandatory leave rest days per year18 days of paid personal leave per yearGenerous superannuation of 15.4%16 weeks of paid maternity leave (after 12 months of service) + an additional 36 weeks of maternity leave without payFlexible and hybrid working arrangement that provides work/life balanceHealth & wellbeing services – with a focus on early intervention, education and preventionAccess to ongoing training and professional development opportunitiesWhat is the role? The Operational Science and Technology portfolio provides critical integrated, secure, and effective information and communications systems and services to the AFP. This role sits within the Enterprise Application Services Team and provides operational support, implementation, and systems management for the AFP's major business systems. We work in partnership with AFP teams to enhance their ability to develop, test and acquire business systems through the provision of consulting services and technical expertise.
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced IT professional to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for creating, managing, and evolving policies, processes, and procedures. You will have the expertise to build new servers, both virtual on-premises and cloud, and install, maintain, and support new applications and infrastructure.
You will also be required to contribute to the achievement of outcomes in accordance with the regulatory framework, the AFP Code of Conduct and the AFP Governance Instruments. It is expected that the successful applicant will deliver on the core responsibilities and meet any requirements of the position as outlined below.
What will you do? The successful applicant will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the AFP's server and application infrastructure in support of its corporate and operational systems. This includes installation, administration, monitoring, optimisation and problem resolution related to Windows Server operating systems, Windows applications, as well as ensuring business continuity and disaster recovery processes are in place and regularly tested. Technologies supported include MS, LINUX, Oracle and SQL databases, M365, AZURE, AWS, SharePoint, Exchange, BizTalk, MQ and Citrix.
Your role will include working to SLA thresholds for incidents, requests, and problems, collaborating with various business and technical contacts to understand their requirements in detail. You will monitor systems, perform server patching, maintain security infrastructure (including antivirus software, email, and internet proxies), and administer Active Directory, including Group Policies. Additionally, you will administer and monitor virtual server infrastructure.
Minimum Requirements You must be an Australian Citizen.A Negative Vetting 1 (Secret) security clearance or the ability to obtain one.Has contemporary knowledge and experience relevant to the role.Minimum of 5 years' experience in a like or related field.Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment.Applicants with tertiary qualifications in relevant field would be highly regarded.Additional Information This position can be worked from any capital city in Australia but will report into the section based in Canberra, ACT.
Selection Criteria Achieve resultsCommunicates with influenceContributes to strategic thinkingCultivates productive working relationshipsShows personal drive and integrityTechnical knowledge and skillsApplication Please submit the following documents via our Jobs portal prior to the closing date and time:
Resume / CV - This will form the basis for determining your suitability against the position requirements and give the panel a clear outline of your current knowledge and qualifications along with previous experiences. Please include your work history, responsibilities and achievements.Applicant pitch (maximum two pages). Ensure your pitch tells us why you are the best fit for the role, with examples that demonstrate your capabilities addressing the selection criteria, role requirements and work level standards for the role.Only complete applications will be considered. Please review and ensure the uploaded documents are correct for this application after submitting your application.
Employment Suitability Should you successfully progress from the application stage all applicants must:
Complete an Employment Suitability Questionnaire (ESQ) and provide a traffic history check and proof of Australian citizenship. This aids in the assessment of your character and your ability to comply with the AFP's professional standards both in an official and private capacity. Please review our AFP Character Standards to ensure that you meet our requirements before you submit your application. Applicants will not receive feedback if they are unsuccessful at this gateway.Have your fingerprints taken if an offer of employment is made.Undertake mandatory drug testing for illicit drugs. This sample could include; urine, saliva or hair.Proof of a minimum of two COVID-19 vaccinations (or one dose if the Janssen vaccine was used) will be required if an offer of employment is made.Satisfactorily undertake a security clearance to the level specified for the position.Recruitment Process Applicants who have demonstrated their suitability for employment through their resume and application, may be invited to a formal interview. Using the relevant AFP work level standards as a guide, you may be asked a range of questions to demonstrate your skills and abilities. These could include behavioural based scenario questions. Read our guides for applicants to find out how to prepare for your interview.
Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion At the AFP we value the different perspectives, approaches and lived experiences of our people, and recognise that our collective intelligence and diversity is what makes us stronger. As such, we encourage applications from people from all walks of life, including people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, First Nations people, women, the LGBTQI community and people with a disability.
Contacts and Closing Information Contact Officer - Brad Hayes,
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Applications Close: 11:59pm (AEDT) 16/12/2024
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