Description:
We have an exciting opportunity for a Network Security Engineer to join our Enterprise Platforms team in a full-time, fixed term contract role for our critical merger integration project.
About the role:
We are on the lookout for a dynamic Network Security Engineer, who will work within the Network and Security Operations team to identify, implement, maintain and monitor networking security solutions across the organisation whilst developing their skillset in the Security infrastructure space. You will meet regularly with the Network and Security Senior Leader to discuss priorities, projects and tasking within the team.
This role is offered as a 12 months fixed term contract with potential extension or permanency.
Key Responsibilities:
- Install, configure, and maintain network and security infrastructure (Firewalls, DLP, email filters, proxies, F5 etc).
- Monitor performance and ensure network availability and reliability.
- Document network and security policies, procedures, design and configurations.
- Keep up to date on current threat landscape.
- Analyse and assess requirements and scope for continual operational improvement in security space.
- Ability to innovate and understand new technologies.
- Perform on call duties on a rostered basis.
About you
Extensive knowledge and experience working within complex enterprise networks are a must, with high-level analytical and troubleshooting skills and high-level abilities in maintaining the stability and performance of security infrastructure across the organisation.
Knowledge and Experience:
- High level knowledge of LAN/WAN networking (Cisco Catalyst, Nexus) and DNS technologies.
- High level knowledge of the Cisco security suite (ISE, Stealthwatch, Meraki, etc)
- High level knowledge of Checkpoint (VSX / Maestro), Forcepoint and F5 (BigIP / F5 XC) technologies.
- High level knowledge of Cisco ThousandEyes / PRTG
- Demonstrated knowledge in security principles and technical understanding of IT security related technologies (e.g. Antivirus, firewalls, endpoint/server protection, email security, data encryption, PKI, HSM, DLP/IDS, etc.);
- Knowledge of frameworks relevant to role.
- Strong Communication skills, including the ability to write procedural, process and reporting documentation.
- Show initiative and the ability work with minimal supervision.
- Exceptional time management skills and demonstrated ability to prioritise job queues.
- Demonstrated customer service skills.
Qualifications and Memberships
- Current drivers license.
- Appropriate tertiary qualifications at Degree level or higher in Information Technology, Engineering or Computer Science.
- Relevant and current accreditations (Checkpoint, F5 etc) or equivalent experience in operational security will be highly regarded
Why you’ll love working with us:
People First Bank – our new brand – says exactly what we’re all about: people. We're committed to supporting and growing our team and creating an outstanding work environment.
You’ll have access to financial and lifestyle benefits to support your success and individuality:
- Flexibility and hybrid working arrangements.
- Enhance your salary with discounts on banking, health insurance, and shopping across Australia.
- Advance your career with training, study support, and project opportunities.
- Competitive leave benefits that empower employees to take time for themselves and loved ones.
- Wellbeing support with our Employee Assistance Program, wellbeing leave, mental health app, and mental health ambassadors’ program.
- Make a difference with paid volunteering, Workplace Giving, and diverse community initiatives.
- Be recognised for your contributions through our peer-driven recognition program.
A bit about People First Bank:
In March 2023, People’s Choice and Heritage Bank merged to form Heritage and People’s Choice Limited - Australia's leading mutual bank. We are now on an exciting journey to bring together our products, services, and technology under a single brand - People First Bank.
We have over 700,000 members and 1,900 employees, with dual head offices in Adelaide and Toowoomba, an Australian-based contract centre and branches across five states.
With a vision ‘To deliver positive change through banking’, People First Bank serves members and contributes to the community, while offering an inclusive, flexible work environment. We’re big enough to make an impact; but agile enough to influence and do interesting work.
Apply online now:
If you are ready to join a supportive team who are passionate about the work they do and the results they achieve, then apply at the earliest.
We are committed to diversity and inclusion and support candidate requests for adjustments to enable everyone to equitably participate in our selection process.