Senior Network Engineer | Cisco, Fortinet & Palo Alto
Take ownership of the design, implementation and support of secure enterprise network infrastructure across a complex Australian Government environment. Work with Cisco, HPE Aruba, Fortinet and Palo Alto technologies, alongside AWS and Azure cloud networking, to deliver reliable, high-performing network services.
Location: ACT
Contract Duration: 6 months, with 3 x 12-month extension options
Security Clearance Requirement: NV1
Closing Date: 10:00am, 12 November 2026
Essential Tasks
- Design, implement and maintain secure enterprise LAN, WAN, wireless and data centre network infrastructure.
Configure and manage routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs and load balancers across complex network environments. - Monitor, troubleshoot and optimise network performance, applying automation, scripting and security best practices.
- Develop network requirements for RFQs, conduct technical and value-for-money evaluations, and provide technical recommendations.
Key Criteria
- Extensive enterprise networking experience with Cisco, HPE Aruba, Fortinet and Palo Alto technologies, including routing, switching, TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP and VPNs.
- Strong network monitoring, troubleshooting, automation and scripting capabilities across high-availability environments.
- Proven experience implementing network security controls and delivering cloud networking solutions across AWS and Microsoft Azure.
- Experience developing technical RFQ requirements, evaluating network solutions and producing clear technical documentation and recommendations.
YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE TREATED WITH THE STRICTEST CONFIDENCE
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Network Engineer in Canberra employer: Compas PTY
Compas PTY is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work culture that values innovation and collaboration. With a focus on employee growth, you will have access to ongoing training and development opportunities while working alongside industry experts in a supportive environment. Located in the vibrant ACT/SA region, this role provides a unique chance to contribute to critical secure network infrastructure projects that make a real impact.
