SITEC System Administrator - Operational InfrastructureFull time90,067 – $146,872 (ITE1 / 2) + 15.4% superThe Australian Security Intelligence Organisation (ASIO) protects Australia and Australians from threats to their security. Our success is built on the imagination and intelligence of our team. ASIO's people are ordinary Australians but they do extraordinary things – they are our most important asset. We need talented people who are highly capable, dedicated, adaptable and resilient.We seek to reflect the diversity of the community we protect. ASIO is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment, where all staff are valued and respected. We welcome applications from all eligible candidates, irrespective of gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religious affiliation, age or disability. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples are encouraged to apply.The opportunityThe Operational Infrastructure team designs, delivers and manages ICT infrastructure that directly supports and contributes to the ASIO mission. Our team is a dynamic and collaborative group from various technical backgrounds, working together to drive innovation and excellence in our field.Role responsibilitiesAdopt and adapt appropriate systems design methods, tools and techniques.Plan the implementation of maintenance and installation work.Implement agreed infrastructure changes and maintenance routines.Undertake impact analysis on major design options.Make recommendations while assessing and managing associated risks.Review and comment on systems designs.Ensure that the system design balances functional and non-functional requirements.Contribute to development of systems design policies and standards.Develop policies and guidelines for ensuring the security of automated systems.Ensure the policy and standards for security administration are fit for purpose.Review new business proposals and provide specialist advice on security issues.Evaluate and configure tools to automate provisioning and deployment.Monitor the application and compliance of security administration procedures.Assist technical leads with the design of larger or complex systems.What you will bringWe invite applications from people with demonstrated experience, or knowledge of, one or more of the following:Networking (e.g. Cisco switching and routing, firewalls, WANs).Compute and virtualisation (e.g. VMware vSphere, Citrix Desktop).Storage and backup (e.g. NetApp, Dell / EMC).DevOps and automation (e.g. GitLab, CI / CD, Ansible).Desktops and applications (e.g. Desktop operating systems, productivity suites).Monitoring and logging capabilities (e.g. Elastic Search, Splunk).QualificationsThe following qualifications or experience are desirable:For the EL1 level - a tertiary degree in a STEM field, and/or minimum 2-years on the job experience.For the APS 5 / 6 level - a tertiary degree or other qualifications in a STEM field, and on the job experience within a relevant technical role.What we offer youASIO provides a number of benefits to its staff including:A competitive salary, including a 7.5% allowance for maintaining a TOP SECRET-Privileged Access security clearance.Employer superannuation contributions of 15.4%.A variety of leave options, in addition to 4 weeks annual leave.Flexible working arrangements to assist you to maintain your work-life balance.Study assistance for tertiary education.Access to staff-led diversity and inclusion networks.Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).To be eligible for the role, you must be:Assessed as suitable to hold and maintain a TOP SECRET-Privileged Access security clearance.ASIO is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.How to applyClick on 'Apply online' to commence your application. Your application must include:A written pitch of up to 800 words demonstrating how your skills and experience meet the requirements of the role.A current CV, no more than 2 pages in length.Details of 2 referees, including a current or previous manager.All employment decisions at ASIO are based on merit principles. ASIO holds all employment applications in confidence. Please do not discuss your application with others.Closing date and timeMonday 27 January 2025, 5:00pm AEDT#J-18808-Ljbffr