Description:
Senior/Lead IT Infrastructure Engineer | NV1 Clearance Required
Cleared Recruitment is partnering with a federal government agency within the intelligence community who are delivering critical infrastructure solutions across corporate and operational technology environments.
We are seeking a skilled NV1 Senior/Lead IT Infrastructure Engineer to design, implement, and manage complex systems, ensuring seamless integration, reliability, and performance across mission-critical networks.
About the Role
In this role, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining IT infrastructure solutions, providing high-level support, and optimising performance across network, compute, storage, and virtualisation systems. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system efficiency, troubleshoot technical issues, and contribute to automation initiatives in data centre environments.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and maintain enterprise IT solutions, including VMware, Dell, Aruba, and Palo Alto technologies.
- Provide Level 3 technical support across networking, virtualisation, compute, and storage systems.
- Lead Data Centre ICT commissioning and automation projects using DevOps methodologies.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards, security policies, and organisational guidelines.
- Develop and maintain technical documentation, procedures, and stakeholder relationships.
- Manage incident resolution, liaise with vendors, and drive strategic improvements in IT infrastructure.
About You
You have a strong background in designing and managing virtualised environments, with hands-on experience in Windows and Linux systems. Your expertise includes enterprise networking, security infrastructure, and cloud-based technologies.
Key Skills & Experience
- Experience managing enterprise network infrastructure, including switches, routers, firewalls, and wireless access points.
- Strong background in Microsoft Azure, M365, and virtualised environments.
- Proficiency in scripting (Bash, PowerShell, Python) and infrastructure monitoring tools.
- Familiarity with automation frameworks such as Ansible.
- Ability to manage projects, troubleshoot critical issues, and enhance system resilience.
Security & Compliance Requirements
- NV1 Clearance is essential
- Must complete the departments Organisational Suitability Assessment (OSA) prior to commencement.
- Required to sign a Deed of Confidentiality or Non-Disclosure Agreement as per government agency guidelines.
- Compliance with Section 48 of the Australian Crime Commission Act (2002) may be required.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a high-impact role, supporting a key federal government intelligence agency on critical national security and infrastructure initiatives.
For more information or to apply, contact Daniel on 0424 906 007 .
Why Join?
Work on a major national security project with real-world impact.
Hands-on role leveraging the latest cloud technologies.
Long-term contract stability with potential extensions until 2028.
Interested?
Apply now! Contact Daniel on 0424 906 007 for a confidential discussion.
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