Engineering System Network Engineer - Defence

Description

You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining robust network infrastructure that supports both enterprise IT systems and specialised engineering platforms. You will ensure the seamless integration of engineering applications and industrial control systems within a secure, high-performance network environment.

• Conducting regular system upgrades, firmware updates, and patching to ensure reliability and compliance.
• Designing, implementing, and maintaining secure and scalable network infrastructure to support engineering systems and enterprise IT.
• Assisting in evaluating and deploying new technologies to improve network performance and security.
• Managing firewalls, VPNs, and other security protocols to protect sensitive engineering data.
• Collaborating with engineering and IT teams to ensure system compatibility and operational efficiency.
• Maintaining documentation for network architecture, configurations, and change management.
• Monitoring network performance and troubleshooting connectivity, latency, and configuration issues.
• Participating in audits, risk assessments, and network vulnerability testing.
• Integrating specialised engineering platforms (e.g. CAD, SCADA, PLCs) into the broader network environment.
• Supporting disaster recovery planning and implement redundancy and failover solutions.
• Ensuring compliance with cybersecurity standards and internal governance policies.

Requirements

You must be an Australian Citizen and able to obtain and maintain a Defence Security Clearance.

• Proven experience in designing and managing enterprise network infrastructure.
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Valid driver's licence.
• Hands on experience with engineering systems integration (e.g. SCADA, PLCs).
• Excellent documentation and communication skills.
• Industry certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, CompTIA Network+, or equivalent (preferred).

Benefits

We are proud to become a new Australian Department of Defence partner, offering career opportunities to support the delivery of Property and Asset Services across South Australia and the Northern Territory.

• Paid leave - parental, cultural, community service, defence, study, corporate volunteering and purchased leave available.
• Career development – we offer growth opportunities and support internal mobility. You will have access to skill enhancement through our online learning system and onsite training.
• Access - discounts for hundreds of businesses such as Woolworths, Air BNB, The Iconic, JB HI-FI, Dan Murphys, Bupa Health Care, and Specsavers. We also offer access to novated leasing and a share matching program.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance