Senior Network Engineer | SA Government Network Transformation Program | Adelaide, SA

The client is a global technology services provider and a leading network partner to the South Australian Government. They’re building a small, high-calibre team to deliver a major network migration program for a state government agency alongside the in-house team.

As Senior Network Engineer, you’ll lead the hands-on build and migration. You’ll work alongside a Senior Network Architect and an outcome-focused customer Project Manager to move critical network services safely and on schedule.

Why this role

• Deliver a high-profile, business-critical SA Government program from start to finish
• Work directly with leading vendors, including Cisco and Palo Alto Networks
• Join a global brand supporting a large portfolio of SA Government agencies, with real scope for ongoing work
• 12-month contract, with the option to convert to permanent for strong performers

Key responsibilities

• Build, configure and test network infrastructure in line with approved designs
• Run migration activities, including cutovers, change windows, rollback and post-migration validation
• Configure and maintain Cisco routing, switching and data centre networking, and Palo Alto firewall policies
• Troubleshoot complex network issues during and after migration
• Prepare implementation plans and change records, and keep documentation up to date
• Roll up your sleeves for physical work across sites, including racking, patching and moving equipment

Skills and experience

• Significant hands-on senior Network Engineer experience in enterprise or government environments
• Advanced Cisco routing and switching skills (CCNP or CCIE highly regarded)
• Hands-on Palo Alto firewall experience (PCNSE desirable)
• Proven track record delivering data centre migrations or large infrastructure changes
• Demonstrated recent SA Government experience
• Clear communication and a delivery-focused, can-do attitude

Requirements

• Ability to obtain a National Police Check and Working with Children Check
• Current driver’s licence and own vehicle (travel between sites; expenses covered)
• Available to work 100% on-site in Adelaide

Highly regarded

• Experience with integrators supporting SA Government networks
• Experience with managed services or government panel arrangements
• Willingness to work occasional after-hours change windows for cutovers

This is an early-stage opportunity and I’m speaking with top network talent now. Apply with an up-to-date CV, or contact Matt Bayley at mbayley@oxygenrecruitment.com.au for a confidential chat.