- $165,000 incl. 12% super. Flexibility to WFH & at the Footscray office
- Close to Footscray Train Station
- Fixed-term contract until 30 June 2027
- Benefits include mobile phone allowance and on-call allowance.
About Greater Western Water
We’re water… and more.
GWW is a Victorian government owned water corporation that provides an essential service to some of the fastest-growing communities in Australia, stretching from Melbourne’s CBD to Lancefield in the north and Bacchus Marsh in the west. Click here to learn more
Benefits
- We embrace flexibility and connection with a balance of on-site and WFH.
- Free onsite parking (subject to availability)
- Gender neutral, 16-week parental leave
- Monthly work life balance day off to treat yourself (if full-time)
- Free income protection and salary continuance insurance
- Access to corporate health insurance deals with major providers
- Wellbeing, prayer, and sensory rooms in the Footscray and Sunbury office
The opportunity
Fixed-term contract until 30 June 2027 now available!
We are seeking a Senior Network Engineer to play a key role in strengthening network security, enhancing resilience, and supporting IT strategies aligned with organisational objectives. Day to day you will be designing and maintaining network solutions, providing Level 3 support, monitoring network security, mentoring team members, and collaborating with internal stakeholders and external vendors.
You will have extensive expertise in Cisco and Fortinet infrastructure, cloud networking, network security, and operational technology, with a Cisco CCNP certification being essential.
If you are tech savvy with exceptional technical skills, including Azure expertise, and a proven track record in network engineering, then dive into this opportunity and apply today!
This role will require the successful candidate to participate in the on-call roster – one week per month.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate as a leading contributor for selection, design, engineering and build for secure, fit for purpose network solutions that incorporate industry best practices, standards, and security frameworks.
- Collaborate with GWW Security and Architecture teams to support BAU, business initiatives and projects.
- Provide strategic recommendations and solutions that are secure, resilient, and fit for purpose.
- Engage with external vendors and industry best practice providers to ensure GWW’s network infrastructure is built to standards.
- Manage Data, Internet, WAN and SD-WAN Links between Data Centres, remote sites & corporate offices.
- Develop and implement security measures to protect network infrastructure from cyber threats, unauthorized access, and data breaches.
- Manage all network related security infrastructure (includes GWW Firewalls, Network Access Management Solution, Micro- Segmentation solution) and ensure all network devices are hardened and fit for purpose.
- Support, review, and implement compliance audit and security recommendations.
Skills & Experience
Proven knowledge working with:
- Cisco infrastructure, Fortinet infrastructure
- Operational technology (OT) networks, IOT
- Cloud networking and security technologies (Microsoft).
- Micro segmentation solutions.
- IP and DNS management.
- Software Defined Networking and Edge Solutions.
- Network Access Management Solutions.
Knowledge and understanding of:
- Virtualisation technology.
- ITIL principles.
- Security frameworks (e.g., NIST Cyber Security Framework, PCI-DSS, OWASP).
Essential
- Extensive experience working in the networking field in designing, implementing, and maintaining networking infrastructure.
- Highly experienced with Fortinet Firewalls and relevant systems including SD-WAN, VPN and FortiAnalyzer.
- Azure networking experience.
- An enthusiasm for staying up to date with the very latest technology and solutions.
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving capabilities with a proven ability to thrive in fast-paced environments.
- Strong interpersonal and client-focused communication skills.
- Good understanding of SCADA environments and the SOCI Act.
- Cisco CCNP certification - essential
- This role requires regular travel to project sites; a current valid Victorian driver’s licence is essential, and access to a personal vehicle is highly desirable.
See yourself thrive!
Our vision for GWW is Thriving People and Country. We aim to be as diverse as the communities we serve and are deeply committed to building a workplace where everybody thrives. We’re supportive, inclusive, and friendly, and value everyone for who they are and what they can bring.
We’re seeking applicants across all cultural backgrounds, genders, and abilities, and will make reasonable adjustments as required, so please talk to us about what you need.
Don’t meet every single requirement? If you’re excited about this role, we encourage you to apply!
The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which will include reference checks, national police checks, and working rights in Australia checks.
Applications close: Monday 29, June
