About the Role
Join our talented team as Junior Network Engineer! We’re expanding and seeking a skilled Network Engineer with strong experience in network devices such as routers, switches, firewalls, access points, and IT infrastructure. You’ll enjoy a flexible, forward‑thinking environment, backed by a seasoned, supportive team that values initiative and delivers diverse, challenging work.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the configuration, maintenance, and monitoring of network devices (e.g., routers, switches, firewalls, access points).
- Support the setup, installation, and troubleshooting of IT infrastructure including Windows servers, Windows Workstations, Linux Server, Linux workstations.
- Perform Active Directory administration tasks.
- Application Support like Solarwinds, Symantec Endpoint Protection, Veeam Backup, SFTP servers etc.
- Document IT procedures, network diagrams, and troubleshooting guides.
- Work with senior IT staff to implement security measures and network improvements.
- Assist in patch management and regular software/hardware updates.
- Remediate vulnerabilities through patching and implementing security policies.
- Monitor network performance and escalate issues when necessary.
- Log, categorize, and resolve incidents in a timely manner; escalate as needed to higher-level support teams.
- Assist in identifying root causes of recurring incidents and contribute to implementing long-term solutions.
- Handle common service requests such as access provisioning, software installations, and equipment setups.
- Support the execution and documentation of IT changes, ensuring minimal disruption and proper approvals are in place.
- Maintain accurate records of incidents, problems, changes, and requests using ITSM tools (e.g., ServiceNow, Remedy).
- Create and update standard operating procedures, troubleshooting guides, and network diagrams.
- Assist with preparing reports on service metrics and system health.
Requirements
- Basic understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, LAN/WAN).
- Familiarity with Microsoft Windows Server, Active Directory, RHEL Linux.
- Knowledge of hardware setup and basic troubleshooting techniques.
- Ability to follow standard procedures and contribute to documentation.
- Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
- Willingness to learn and take direction from senior team members.
Skills
- Network devices (routers, switches, firewalls, access points)
- IT infrastructure
- Windows servers
- Windows Workstations
- Linux Server
- Linux workstations
- Active Directory administration
- Solarwinds
- Symantec Endpoint Protection
- Veeam Backup
- SFTP servers
- IT procedures documentation
- Network diagrams
- Troubleshooting guides
- Security measures implementation
- Patch management
- Software/hardware updates
- Vulnerability remediation
- Security policies implementation
- Network performance monitoring
- Incident Management
- Problem Management
- Service Request Fulfillment
- Change Management
- ITSM tools (ServiceNow, Remedy)
- TCP/IP
- DNS
- DHCP
- LAN/WAN
Experience Level
- Junior
Salary/Compensations
- Highly competitive daily rate
Benefits
- Flat, non-hierarchical structure
- Highly experienced, supportive team
Equal Opportunity
- Full Australian working rights are mandatory for consideration. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
