Network Specialist

<ul><li><h3>We're Hiring: Networking specialist </h3></li><li><h3><strong>Location</strong>: ACT, NSW, VIC</h3></li><li><h3><strong>Contract</strong>: 6 months + 2×6-month extensions</h3></li><li><h3><strong>Clearance</strong>: Baseline</h3></li></ul><p><br /> </p><h3>About the Role</h3><p>Are you a seasoned IT professional with a passion for secure, high-performance networks? We're seeking a <strong>Networking Specialist</strong> to lead infrastructure and cyber initiatives for a high-impact government agency.</p><p> <strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Manage and maintain enterprise network infrastructure, WAN, and internet connectivity.</li><li>Implement and monitor cybersecurity measures to protect sensitive data.</li><li>Collaborate across teams to enhance SIEM capabilities (Microsoft Sentinel).</li><li>Lead incident reporting and investigations.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Skills &amp; Experience</strong></p><p><strong>Mandatory:</strong></p><ul><li>Hands-on experience with:<br />Zscaler | Fortinet/Fortigate | WLANs | SDWAN | ZIA &amp; ZPA | KQL | Aruba Switches/APs</li><li>Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.</li><li>Associate-level Microsoft certification (specify).</li><li>Current Federal Police Check.</li><li>Baseline Security Clearance.</li></ul><p><strong>Desirable:</strong></p><ul><li>Formal IT qualification.</li><li>Experience with Linux/Windows system administration and infrastructure management.</li></ul><p><strong>Soft Skills:</strong></p><ul><li>Strong communication and stakeholder engagement.</li><li>Ability to work independently and collaboratively.</li><li>Organised, proactive, and outcome-focused.</li></ul><p> </p><p>If you wish to apply for this position, please submit your resume by clicking the 'Apply Now' button. For further information please contact Abhi Naik at Clicks IT Recruitment on +61 427 997 851.</p><p>At Clicks, we embrace diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity.</p><div>We provide reasonable adjustments, including alternate formats to the recruitment process for individuals with a disability. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process, please call 1300 254 257 or email <a href="mailto:adjustments@clicks.com.au">adjustments@clicks.com.au</a></div>