About us
The NSW Police Force (NSWPF) is one of the largest police forces in the western world, with more than 20,000 employees, including more than 4,000 administrative employees who support the sworn officers that provide a range of law and order services 24 hours a day, seven days a week to the socially, geographically and culturally diverse community of NSW.
About the role
We have an opportunity for a Senior Network Engineer – Security & Core Network to be part of our Security Platform, Technology & Communication Services Command. The Senior Network Engineer – Security & Core Network provides high-level network engineering support for a diverse range of data and communications network infrastructure, including core networks, and remote site connectivity. This involves overseeing the installation, monitoring, and maintenance of NSWPF network and performance.
View the relevant role description for more information on this role (e.g. essential requirements, key accountabilities, key challenges and capabilities required for the role)
Join the NSW Police Force and play a key role in transforming the organisation’s network infrastructure to support modern policing across the state.
The Senior Network Engineer plays a critical role within the Security Platform team and is accountable for the design, implementation, security, and ongoing support of high-performance network and security infrastructure for NSW Police. This role is integral to delivering the desired outcomes of the Critical Network Program, ensuring resilient, secure, and scalable network services across the organisation.
The position requires advanced technical expertise across routing, switching, firewall technologies, and Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) solutions. The successful candidate will be instrumental in optimising network performance, safeguarding data traffic, and integrating modern security architectures aligned with evolving cyber security threats and business requirements.
This role demands strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, hands-on technical proficiency, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, vendors, and stakeholders in a complex operational environment.
Core responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
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Designing, deploying, and managing enterprise-grade network security solutions to support critical business services
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Implementing and maintaining robust firewall policies and configurations, particularly across Cisco and Checkpoint platforms
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Troubleshooting and resolving complex network, security, and application delivery issues in a timely manner
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Contributing to the architecture and optimisation of secure network environments, including SASE and hybrid connectivity models
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Maintaining comprehensive and up-to-date documentation for network security architectures, configurations, and operational procedures
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Supporting continuous improvement initiatives to enhance network performance, resilience, and security posture
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Collaborating with internal teams and external vendors to deliver projects and operational outcomes
Desired skills and experience:
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Strong hands-on experience with deploying entreprise grade Cisco and Checkpoint firewall technologies
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Extensive experience in routing and switching fabrics across distributed networks
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Hands-on experience with deploying and managing SD-WAN solutions (highly desirable)
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Exposure to Cisco ACI environments (desirable)
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Experience with Netskope SASE technologies (highly desirable)
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Demonstrated experience working in complex, large-scale enterprise or government environments
What we can offer you
At NSWPF our people have access to a range of benefits that help balance life at work and at home. Some of the benefits available when you join the NSWPF include:
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competitive salary;
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flexible work options;
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opportunity to purchase leave;
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annual leave loading;
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corporate wellbeing programs including seminars and the Fitness Passport;
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free annual influenza vaccination;
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salary packaging options via superannuation contributions or a novated vehicle lease;
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convenient location for public transport and to shops etc; and
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in-house gym facilities.
How to Apply
Applications can only be submitted electronically via the I Work for NSW website.
To be considered for this role, attach a cover letter (2 pages maximum) and an up-to-date resume that clearly details your skills & experience as relevant to this role.
Please do not attach copies of qualifications, certificates or documentation (other than what has been requested) - you can bring these if called for interview.
Please address each of the following Target Questions (500 words per question) in the text boxes provided in the online application or attach as a separate document.
Target Question 1:
Provide an example that demonstrates your experience troubleshooting complex network issues in a large and distributed environment. Describe the nature of the problem, how you approached investigation and resolution, your role in decision-making, and how you communicated progress and outcomes to stakeholders
Target Question 2:
Provide an example that best demonstrates your ability to diagnose, resolve, and take ownership of complex network or security challenges. What was your role, how did you approach the problem, and what does this example say about your technical strengths and way of working?
Your application must stand on its own merits, and the completeness and relevance of your application will determine if you proceed through to the selection process.
If you require any further information about this opportunity, please contact Pooja Kumar via (0 4828 8687.
To be eligible to apply for this role, you must meet one of the following statuses:
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an Australian Citizen;
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a permanent resident of Australia; or
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a New Zealand citizen.
Prior to commencement, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a rigorous National Police (criminal history) Check and obtain and maintain a Security Clearance as determined by the NSW Police Force.
Our commitment to Diversity:
At the NSW Police Force, we are proud to be an employer of a diverse range of people. We are committed to reflecting the diverse community we serve and creating an inclusive and respectful workplace for all employees where differences are embraced, contributions are valued, and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging.
We welcome applications from individuals with diverse skills, experiences, and backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disability, neurodiverse individuals, those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and people of all ages.
We understand that the recruitment journey may present unique challenges. If you:
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Identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like support with your application, please contact the NSWPF Aboriginal Employment & Engagement team at [email protected]
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Identify as a person with disability and require further information on the role or adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the Inclusion & Diversity team at [email protected]
Are transgender or gender diverse and want to learn more about our support options, please contact the Inclusion & Diversity team at
[email protected]
This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.
For more information on applying for roles with the NSW Police Force click here
Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.
