Nixil

Network Engineer - Mid Range

Nixil  •  Sydney, AU (Hybrid)  •  2 hours ago
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Job Description

Hybrid Working Model – 3 Days Onsite

Network Engineer

Join a Team Supporting Critical Infrastructure

We are seeking an experienced Network Engineer to join a high-performing technology team responsible for supporting and enhancing enterprise and operational technology networks that underpin mission-critical environments.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on networking professional who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, driving automation initiatives, and working across modern enterprise and industrial control system environments.

About the Role

As a Network Engineer, you will play a key role in maintaining the availability, security, and performance of critical network infrastructure. You'll work across network operations, incident management, change delivery, and continuous improvement initiatives while collaborating with internal stakeholders and technology vendors.

This position offers exposure to enterprise-scale networking technologies, security platforms, and industrial control system environments where reliability and operational excellence are paramount.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support and maintain enterprise network infrastructure, ensuring high availability and security compliance.
  • Monitor network performance and proactively resolve incidents and service requests within agreed service levels.
  • Design, implement, and execute network changes while following established change management processes.
  • Troubleshoot complex network issues across routing, switching, wireless, and security technologies.
  • Drive network automation and process improvement initiatives to improve operational efficiency.
  • Maintain accurate network documentation and configuration records.
  • Collaborate with internal teams, customers, and vendors to deliver high-quality outcomes.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement of operational processes, standards, and best practices.

What You'll Bring

Essential Skills & Experience

  • Strong hands-on experience configuring and supporting Cisco networking technologies, including routers, switches, wireless solutions, and Nexus platforms.
  • Experience administering network security solutions, particularly Palo Alto firewalls.
  • Solid knowledge of:
  • VXLAN
  • OSPF
  • BGP
  • Route redistribution
  • Experience supporting Industrial Control System (ICS) environments, including SCADA, PLC, or Modbus networks.
  • Exposure to mission-critical, operational technology, or safety-critical environments.
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving capabilities.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively with minimal supervision.

Highly Regarded

  • Experience with SolarWinds, Cisco Prime, and Cisco ISE.
  • Network automation and scripting experience.
  • Experience working within ITIL-based service environments.
  • Cisco and/or Palo Alto certifications.
  • Tertiary qualifications in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related discipline.
  • Experience supporting large-scale enterprise networks with high transaction volumes.

Why Apply?

  • Work on complex, business-critical network environments.
  • Gain exposure to both enterprise and operational technology networks.
  • Be part of a collaborative team focused on innovation and continuous improvement.
  • Contribute to automation and modernisation initiatives that have real operational impact.
  • Enjoy opportunities for ongoing professional development and technical growth.
Nixil

About Nixil

Nixil, is a proudly Australian business with our core competencies focused within the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) sector.

Specializing in Resourcing & Recruitment, Business Consulting, and Technology Integration, we empower organizations to achieve their IT goals with precision and expertise.

Industry
IT & Software
Company Size
11-50 employees
Headquarters
Sydney, AU
Year Founded
2015
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