Canberra, Australia | Posted on 11/04/2024State/Province: Australian Capital TerritoryCountry: AustraliaJob DescriptionInitial Contract Duration: 1 December 2024 – 30 November 2025Extension term details: Up to a maximum of 24 months extension option.Location: ACT, QLD, SA, VICSecurity Requirements: Must have Negative Vetting Level 1Working arrangements: Candidates must work from Service's Australia Office in one of the nominated capital cities 5 days a week. (Working from home may be reviewed in the future and some flexible working arrangements may be considered). The work is to be performed at the Buyer's premises in Canberra, Queensland, South Australia, Melbourne.About the Role:SoftLabs is seeking a Senior Network Engineering Expert for ICT Labour hire at their technology consulting based in ACT, QLD, SA, VIC.Key duties may include, but are not limited to:Plan and manage infrastructure requirements to meet future infrastructure demand.Ensure the provision of infrastructure-related operational support for hardware, software, and other assets.Define effective procedures for prioritisation and escalation of infrastructure issues to ensure timely resolution.Communicate end-to-end implications of configuration changes.Analyse the quality of requests for change management.Provide detailed, specialist technical advice, including strategic advice to the Executive where appropriate.Proactively share knowledge and expertise as the subject matter expert, and provide assistance and mentorship to less experienced colleagues.Develop and implement standards, strategies, operational policy and procedures, and change initiatives.Oversee operations of teams, including providing a clear sense of direction, setting work priorities, and managing resources.Develop staff capability through coaching, mentoring, and succession planning.Negotiate with suppliers and third-party vendors in the purchase of technology equipment.Oversee the development, delivery, and performance of contracted goods and services.Oversee team contribution to cost analysis activities.Oversee, review, and advise on a range of technical documentation including design documentation, implementation plans, test plans, and support procedures.Negotiate, engage and manage relationships with other agencies and service providers to build service delivery capability.Attend interagency meetings and forums to influence business outcomes and share information.Drive innovation, continuous improvement, and manage and lead change set direction by contributing to local business plans and ICT strategies.Exercise delegation in accordance with legislation and guidelines.Primary Knowledge/Skills/Systems/Tools required for role include:Mandatory Criteria:A current security clearance of at least Negative Vetting Level 1.At least five (5) years demonstrated experience in the design, management, and maintenance of large-scale data centre networking environments.Experience in the development of network high-level designs and detailed designs.Ability to articulate detail through design and implementation plans.Highly developed diagnostic and problem-solving skills.Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.Ability to work effectively as a team member.Demonstrated experience with solid knowledge in design and configuration of Networking, Wireless LAN, Software Defined Network.Demonstrated experience in the design and integration of enterprise networks.Demonstrated experience in implementing, configuring, and maintaining network devices including Cisco Catalyst, Nexus Switches, Cisco ACI, F5 Load balancers, DNS, network proxy, and network firewalls.Expertise in dynamic routing protocols, particularly EIGRP, OSPF & BGP.Demonstrated experience in the development and maintenance of system architecture and design documentation.Experience using network management software and tools to investigate and diagnose network problems, collect performance statistics, and create reports.Demonstrated experience with or knowledge of Australian Government information security policies, the ASD Information Security Manual, and Essential Eight.Application Deadline: Monday, 11 November 2024Expected Start Date: Sunday, 01 December 2024Job Types: ContractRate: As per Australian Market StandardsIf you are interested in this position, please click Apply with your resume in WORD and send your details for review. If you wish to have a confidential discussion, call us on 02 6108 3980 or 0410 756 040 for more information.
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