Senior Network Engineer

IT & T

Project Management / Business Analysts

Software Development & Testing/IT Security & Compliance

Join an award-winning tech employer as a Senior Network Engineer, leading complex network projects that support secure government environments while enjoying a hybrid Canberra role, modern tech stack (Cisco, Aruba, Fortinet, Juniper, Palo Alto), and strong learning and development opportunities.

Location: Canberra, ACT (Hybrid)
  • Contract Duration: Permanent, full-time
  • Security Clearance Requirement: Baseline minimum and NV1 preferred
  • Closing Date: Applications close ASAP – shortlisting will occur as applications are received
Essential Tasks:
  • Lead and contribute to network infrastructure projects across switching, routing and firewall solutions.
  • Design, implement and optimise BGP routing, IPsec VPNs and secure site-to-site connectivity for high availability.
  • Plan and execute network changes and upgrades, including firewall policies, wireless rollouts and modernisation programs.
  • Produce and maintain documentation, diagrams and standards while collaborating with stakeholders to deliver secure, compliant solutions.
Key Criteria:
  • Proven experience as a Senior Network Engineer with strong routing and switching skills, including VLANs, STP, HSRP/VRRP and LAG.
  • Hands-on expertise with Cisco routers, Aruba switches and next-gen firewalls (Fortinet, Juniper, Palo Alto), plus wireless controllers and APs.
  • Demonstrated experience configuring and troubleshooting IPsec site-to-site VPNs, plus Voice/SIP and Microsoft Teams/SBC environments.
  • Strong troubleshooting, communication and stakeholder skills, with the ability to work independently and continuously upskill.
How to Apply
Does this role sound perfect for you? If so, to register your interest in this role, please either contact Caleb on 0477 266 993 and send through your CV by following the link below.

About Compas:
Compas Pty Ltd is a Canberra based wholly Australian owned, Recruitment and Services company that has been operating since 1987. We specialise in the provision of permanent, contract and temporary recruitment services, as well as specialised Consulting assignments.

YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE TREATED WITH THE STRICTEST CONFIDENCE
Due to the nature of this environment, a security clearane, valid Vulnerable People / Working with Children Check and Police Check are required.
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