Senior Network Engineer

This is a full-time permanent or contract role for a Senior Network Engineer located in Canberra.

To apply for this position you must be an Australian Citizen and hold an active AGSVA security clearance.

As a Senior Network Engineer in our Modern Solutions capability, you will lead projects to design and deploy security solutions such as SD-WAN, Security Services Edge (SSE), Cloud Networking (Azure, AWS and GCP), Secure Internet Gateways (SIG), Wireless, Firewalls, LAN, email and cloud security solutions for our customers.

The role will also be responsible for managing and maintaining network and cloud systems, network security solutions, network monitoring systems, analysing event data, and configuring and optimising the network platforms. The role involves collaborating with other cybersecurity team members to ensure efficient threat detection, developing security alerts and reports, and providing incident response support.
The responsibilities of the role include:

• Designing, deploying, managing and maintaining network and network security systems.
• Automating network deployments, upgrades and maintenance through scripts and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools.
• Integrating network solutions with cybersecurity technologies including XDR, SIEM, and SOAR.
• Contributing to the development of mid-level and junior network engineers and administrators.
• Leading break-fix and triage of network issues by leveraging strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of the Mesh Modern Solutions capability.
• Utilise clear and concise writing skills with the ability to communicate technical concepts to a range of stakeholders.
• Confidently present findings to customers and peers in face-to-face and virtual settings.

Education, Skills and Experience
• 5+ years’ experience working in a Network Engineering role
• Desirable: 2+ years’ experience leading network design and architecture projects
• Certificates from vendors including Fortinet, HPE/Aruba, Juniper, Cisco, Palo Alto Networks
• Knowledge of government and industry frameworks including, PSPF, ISM, Essential 8, DISP, PCI-DSS, NIST and ISO 27001/31000.
• Desirable: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or relevant experience
• A background working in ICT, Cyber Security, Defence, Law Enforcement or related fields is welcomed.
• A current AGSVA Security Clearance (at any level) or the ability to obtain and uphold a security clearance. For this role Australian Citizenship is a requirement.

Mesh Benefits
We founded Mesh on one simple principle: Enjoy our time together building something special. This is the foundation for everything we do and it fuels our desire to build a team of highly skilled cyber professionals. We like to have fun and enjoy working as a team while delivering exciting projects. To support our team we offer the following benefits:
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Christmas Shutdown
• Funded Learning and Development
• Flexible Working
• Salary Sacrifice
• Expense client site parking
• Regular social and industry events
• Referral bonus