Senior Engineer - Networks, Infrastructure Platforms

• Full-time, continuing position
• Based at our Lismore or Gold Coast campus
• Remuneration up to $126,673

Southern Cross University is a dynamic, ambitious institution focused on its purpose of changing lives through revolutionary learning and research with real impact. Our game changing Southern Cross Model brings a deeper learning experience, improving individual student outcomes, quality of life and a better way to learn. Our world-ranked research is driving positive impact for our communities, environment and economy.

Working at Southern Cross University combines a rare combination of being surrounded by ambitious students, dedicated colleagues and an environment of stunning natural beauty. We are leaders in our communities in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, Coffs Harbour and the Gold Coast and pride ourselves on helping shape a better tomorrow.

We are seeking a Senior Engineer, Infrastructure Platforms to bring technical leadership and expertise to the design and implementation of innovative solutions within the University’s information technology systems.

The successful candidate will be responsible for operating across a wide range of areas, including Wide & Local Area Networks, Switching & Routing, Wireless, PABX (VOIP), Call Centre, Firewalls/IPS, Network Management Systems, Compute & Storage, Virtual Machines, Backup & Archiving Tools, Network Security, CCTV, Datacentres, and Cabling Infrastructure (Copper & Fibre). Additionally, you will collaborate with technology vendors to support and enhance the network infrastructure.

The ideal candidate will bring a demonstrated ability to lead and work with a multi-disciplinary technical team. Bring experience or knowledge of enterprise switching, WiFi, routing infrastructure, Firewalls, Server Loadbalancing systems (f5), VoIP systems (MS Teams), Contact Centres (AWS Connect), Cloud Networking (Azure) and cabling Infrastructure (Copper & Fibre). Candidates with experience scripting and automation tools such as Teraform and Ansible will be highly regarded.
In addition, you will possess:

• Tertiary qualification in Information Technology and a minimum of four years' experience in designing, implementing and supporting network infrastructure.
• Experience defining and developing technical workflows, procedures, and standards.
• Proven interpersonal skills enable you to effectively negotiate, advise, and engage constructively with experts and stakeholders at all levels
• A track record of preparing, presenting, and updating technical documents, proposals, reports, plans, and technologies.

Our staff benefit from flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work models, generous parental and carer’s leave provisions, wellbeing initiatives, employee assistance programs and professional learning opportunities. This position is:

• Full-time, continuing (permanent)
• Located at our Lismore or Gold Coast campus. Generous relocation support available.
• HEW Level 7. The base salary ranges from $99,711 - $108,268 per annum, plus 17% employer’s contribution to superannuation. The total remuneration package is up to $126,673.

Find out more about working at SCU by visiting Why Work at SCU.

Applicants must apply online and attach a CV and cover letter responding to the selection criteria within the position description by the closing date. Information to support you prepare your application is available on our website. If you experience difficulties applying online or need reasonable adjustments at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know by contacting [email protected].  

Job applicants must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, Australian permanent resident or currently hold a visa with ongoing work rights in Australia. Employer visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Additional information is available in the position description or by contacting:

Name: Gavin Heath, Manager, Infrastructure Platforms

Email: [email protected]

Closing Date: 11.30pm AEST, 15 August 2024  

Southern Cross University is committed to ensuring that the University reflects the rich diversity across the region in which the University’s campuses are located.

The University encourages applications from people of all ages, women, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, people living with disabilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people who are LGBTQI+.

We encourage applications from people with disability and will provide adjustments to the recruitment process upon request.

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