At a Glance
- Tasks: Support and evolve a large-scale network while tackling complex challenges.
- Company: Join a diverse team at Clicks IT Recruitment, committed to inclusion.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible work options, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Encouraging applications from First Nations people and individuals with disabilities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a dynamic environment with cutting-edge technology.
- Qualifications: Extensive experience with Cisco technologies and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 90000 - 110000 $ per year.
You will play a key role in supporting, securing and evolving a large-scale location and data centre network, working across operational support and project delivery. This role suits a hands‑on senior engineer who enjoys complex environments, stakeholder engagement and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Implement, support and optimise enterprise network and communications infrastructure across data centre and office environments
- Install, configure and troubleshoot Cisco technologies including:
- Cisco Data Centre switches and DCNM
- Cisco FMC / FTD
- Cisco ISE
- Cisco Wireless, SDA and DNAC
- Configure and manage F5 LTM load balancing environments
- Perform proactive monitoring, tuning and fault resolution to maintain agreed service levels
- Provide high-level network engineering support for incidents, problems and service requests
- Work closely with internal technology teams and external vendors to resolve complex issues
- Contribute to network design, documentation, standards and operational processes
- Support security enhancements and automation initiatives (e.g. Ansible, Puppet, Cisco ACI)
- Participate in infrequent out-of-hours work and on-call support on a rostered basis
Skills & Experience
Essential
- Extensive experience as a Senior Network Engineer in a large, complex enterprise environment
- Strong hands‑on experience with Cisco networking and security technologies, including:
- Routing & Switching (IOS, NX-OS)
- Firewalls (FTD/FMC or equivalent)
- SDA, DNAC and enterprise wireless
- Solid understanding of networking and security concepts such as:
- VPN, IPSEC, SSL
- Firewalls, IDS/IPS
- BGP, EIGRP, HSRP, QoS
- TCP/IP and OSI models
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Proven experience coordinating network upgrades or implementations across multiple sites
Certifications
- CCNP (Enterprise or Security) minimum
- CCIE highly regarded (or equivalent industry experience)
If you wish to apply for this position, please submit your resume by clicking the 'Apply Now' button.
For further information please contact Nicole Guala at Clicks IT Recruitment on +61 437 981 120.
At Clicks we embrace diversity, inclusion and equal opportunity. First Nations people are encouraged to apply. We provide reasonable adjustments, including alternate formats to the recruitment process for individuals with disability. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process, please call 1300 254 257 or email adjustments@clicks.com.au.
Senior Network Engineer employer: Clicks IT Recruitment
Clicks IT Recruitment is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration in the heart of Melbourne. With a strong focus on employee growth, we provide ample opportunities for professional development and hands-on experience in transformative projects within the utilities sector. Our commitment to work-life balance and a supportive team environment makes us an attractive choice for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
