At a Glance
- Tasks: Administer and support secure ICT infrastructure in a dynamic Defence environment.
- Company: Leading Australian Defence technology organisation with a high-performing ICT team.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career development, additional leave, and wellbeing initiatives.
- Other info: Collaborative culture with opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Join a mission-critical team and tackle complex technical challenges.
- Qualifications: 5+ years in systems administration with strong Windows Server and networking skills.
The predicted salary is between 90000 - 110000 $ per year.
Systems Administrator | Defence | ACT
Cleared is partnering with a leading Australian Defence technology organisation to identify an experienced Systems Administrator to join a high-performing ICT team supporting secure, business-critical environments.
The Opportunity
This role offers the opportunity to work within a complex and highly secure technology environment, providing administration, maintenance and support across enterprise infrastructure, networking and business applications.
As part of a team of technical specialists, you will be responsible for ensuring the stability, security and performance of key systems while providing technical support to internal stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide day-to-day administration and support of enterprise ICT infrastructure.
- Maintain and support Windows Server environments and associated technologies.
- Administer Active Directory, DNS, DHCP and Microsoft-based services.
- Support Linux systems and applications where required.
- Manage virtualised environments, enterprise storage platforms and backup solutions.
- Monitor system performance, availability and security compliance.
- Investigate, troubleshoot and resolve technical incidents and service requests.
- Implement and maintain system and network security controls.
- Support software deployment, patching and system imaging activities.
- Assist with LAN and WAN administration and network troubleshooting.
- Coordinate hardware procurement, deployment and lifecycle management.
- Maintain technical documentation and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
Skills & Experience
The successful candidate will demonstrate
- 5+ years' experience in systems administration, infrastructure support or a similar role.
- Strong experience with Windows Server, Active Directory and Microsoft technologies.
- Knowledge of virtualisation platforms and enterprise storage environments.
- Experience supporting Windows 10/11 desktop environments.
- Understanding of TCP/IP networking, DNS, DHCP, LAN and WAN technologies.
- Experience with remote support tools, patch management and software deployment platforms.
- Exposure to Linux administration is desirable.
- Knowledge of ITIL processes, including incident and change management.
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting capabilities.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced technical environment.
- What's on Offer
- Opportunity to work within a secure Defence-related environment.
- Exposure to advanced infrastructure and enterprise technologies.
- Career development and ongoing professional growth opportunities.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Collaborative and supportive team culture.
- Additional leave and wellbeing initiatives.
- Security Requirements
Applicants must
- Be Australian Citizens.
- Hold or be eligible to obtain and maintain an NV2 Australian Government Security Clearance.
- Meet applicable security and compliance requirements associated with Defence industry programs.
This opportunity would suit a Systems Administrator with experience in Defence, government, managed services or other highly regulated environments who enjoys solving complex technical challenges and supporting mission-critical systems.
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System Administrator in Canberra employer: Cleared Recruitment
Cleared is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where innovation meets purpose. As a Lead Cloud Security Assessor, you will not only play a pivotal role in shaping Defence cloud security but also benefit from a culture that prioritises professional growth and collaboration. With access to ongoing training and mentorship opportunities, you'll thrive in a supportive atmosphere that values your contributions and fosters career advancement.
