Senior Systems Engineer

Senior Systems Engineer We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Systems Engineer to join a Sydney based Government Agency in their Core Infrastructure team. This role is integral to the configuration, implementation, maintenance, administration, and security of our infrastructure components, including compute, storage, security, and networking.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the administration, configuration, and upkeep of infrastructure hardware and software.
• Conduct regular maintenance, including patching and system hardening.
• Address and resolve cyber-related issues and vulnerabilities within infrastructure components.
• Manage the implementation and maintenance of converged infrastructure and storage solutions.
• Develop and deploy infrastructure solutions tailored to organizational requirements and industry best practices.
• Ensure secure administration and manage firewall configurations.
• Lead and contribute to project delivery, both independently and collaboratively.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation for infrastructure solutions as they evolve.
• Travel interstate for maintenance and auditing tasks.
• Perform maintenance activities outside regular business hours.

Desired Skills and Experience:

• Expertise in the latest software and hardware systems, including HPE Hardware and virtualized/cloud environments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Windows Server, Linux, VMware, Microsoft Azure, and anti-virus tools.
• Experience with enterprise patching solutions (e.g., Ansible, WSUS) and PAM solutions (e.g., CyberArk).
• Familiarity with enterprise monitoring tools (e.g., Microsoft System Centre, SolarWinds).
• Preferred exposure to Cisco networking, Qualys vulnerability management, Tidal scheduler, and Veritas NetBackup.
• Advanced skills in VMWare NSX, PowerShell, network troubleshooting, and database administration (Microsoft SQL, Oracle).
• Experience in advanced security administration, managing devices, load balancers, and firewall technologies.
• Knowledge of ACSC Essential 8/ISM and PSPF.
• Existing Baseline security clearance (or higher) is highly regarded.

This position offers an opportunity to contribute to the modernization of architecture and the transformation of technology and data in an agile and engaged organization.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples are encouraged to apply.
To apply please click apply or call Emma Crossing on +61 2 8289 3137 for a confidential discussion.