About this job
Location: Catholic Education Office, Manuka ACT
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary Range: $126,414 to $139,051 plus superannuation (based on skills and experience)
Start Date: Negotiable 2024
Closing Date: 11.55 pm, Wednesday 6 November 2024
About the Role
We are seeking a skilled Network Services Engineer to design, implement, manage, and troubleshoot our organisation's network infrastructure. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the stability, integrity, and efficient operation of network systems that are critical to our core functions. If you’re an expert in network management and passionate about maintaining high-performing infrastructure, apply now to make a significant impact on our team!
The Catholic Education, Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn (CECG) plays an integral role in education in the ACT and NSW, operating 56 Schools and nine Early Learning Centres (ELCs).
CECG is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces. We welcome applications from suitable candidates from all diversity groups to support our system of Schools and ELCs in delivering quality education outcomes for the students in our care.
Benefits and Opportunities
- Positive and collaborative workplace culture
- Permanent contract
- Attractive remuneration package
- Access to salary packaging, including novated leasing
- 24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption)
- Up to 14 weeks paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave)
- Support for professional development and study opportunities
Key Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive network designs that align with organisational goals and scalability requirements.
- Assist the Technical Services team to install and configure our network services including physical, virtual and cloud solutions.
- Ensure seamless integration of new network solutions with existing systems and applications.
- Continuously monitor network performance using various tools and technologies to detect and address issues proactively.
- Diagnose and resolve network problems, including connectivity issues, hardware failures, and performance bottlenecks.
- Plan and execute network upgrades and patches to maintain optimal performance and security.
- Develop and enforce network security policies and procedures to protect against unauthorised access and cyber threats.
- Configure and manage firewalls, intrusion detection systems (IDS), and intrusion prevention systems (IPS) to safeguard network integrity in consultation with the Cyber Security Team.
- Implement encryption protocols to secure data transmission across the network.
Qualifications
- A degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field is required.
- Network certification such as CCNA, CCNP, Network+ is highly desirable.
- Working with Children’s registrations in NSW and ACT (WWCC and WWVP).
- Driver's License.
Selection Criteria
- Demonstrated experience in designing and implementing network solutions, including LAN, WAN, VPN, and wireless networks.
- Experience with cloud networking solutions and services (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud), including virtual networks, VPNs, and hybrid cloud environments.
- In-depth knowledge of network protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, etc.) and their applications.
- Proven ability to diagnose and resolve complex network issues efficiently and experience in managing network incidents and implementing effective solutions.
- Experience in implementing and managing network security measures, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, and encryption protocols.
- Excellent verbal communication skills to effectively collaborate with team members and stakeholders.
- Strong written communication skills for documenting network configurations, incidents, and performance reports to non-technical stakeholders clearly and concisely.
Please refer to the position description for an in-depth detail regarding the position duties, criteria and skill set required.
Other Eligibility Criteria
- You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident to be eligible to apply for this position.
- Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CECG policy.
Application Process
Applicants must submit a cover letter addressing the Selection Criteria section in the position description and a current resume.
For further information about the role and Catholic Education Archdiocese of Canberra & Goulburn, please visit the website and position description.
If you have any questions about the recruitment process, contact Rebecca Radanovich, People & Culture Officer, on 0475136048 or via email at rebecca.radanovich@cg.catholic.edu.au.
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