Senior Network Engineer

The Opportunity:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Network Engineer to join our team in Parramatta. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with Fortinet devices and a strong background in network architecture, security, and administration. This role involves designing, implementing, and maintaining our network infrastructure to ensure optimal performance, security, and reliability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, configure, deploy, and manage functional network infrastructure (LAN, WLAN, WAN) using Fortinet and other devices.
• Monitor network performance and integrity, ensuring high availability and reliability.
• Troubleshoot and resolve network issues escalated by support teams.
• Implement and oversee security measures, including access authentication and disaster recovery.
• Automate network tasks and monitor their effectiveness.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to the other network engineers.
• Maintain comprehensive technical documentation of network configurations and changes.
• Collaborate with other IT teams to support network services and ensure seamless integration.
• Stay current with industry trends and best practices in network engineering and security.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Network Engineer, with a focus on Fortinet devices.
• Professional certifications such as Fortinet NSE, CCNP, or equivalent.
• In-depth understanding of network protocols (TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF) and security principles.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and experience with network diagnostic tools.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational and mentoring skills.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with network automation and scripting (Python, Perl).
• Familiarity with cloud networking technologies.
• Knowledge of network monitoring and analysis tools such as Auvik

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Flexible working conditions.
• Opportunities for professional development and certification.
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment.

Here at Hitachi, we believe that success comes from the partnership of our market-leading products and the quality of our people. We are an equal opportunity employer, do not discriminate on any basis and whole-heartedly value diversity at our company.