Systems Administrator - NV1

Job details

Posted
30 April 2025
Salary
AU$900 - AU$1000 per day
Location
Canberra
Job type
Contract
Discipline
Cloud + Infrastructure
Reference
269502

Job description

Location: Symonston, ACT
Duration: 12 months (with potential extensions up to 3 years)
Clearance: Must have a current NV1 clearance
Work Type: On-site primarily, with some interstate and potential international travel

Key Responsibilities:

  • Day-to-day management of virtualised and physical infrastructure
  • Configuration, change, and availability management of LCS environments
  • Maintain system security through patching, monitoring, and risk analysis
  • Install and administer military software on both Windows and Linux servers
  • Produce technical documentation, training materials, and configuration records
  • Train end users and provide ongoing environment support
  • Support project planning, infrastructure upgrades, and capability expansion
  • Offer expert advice to ADF, APS, and Defence Industry stakeholders

Required Skills & Experience:

  • VMware ESXi & vCenter (v6.5+)
  • Windows Server 2016, Active Directory, Group Policy
  • Endpoint Security, SOE Management, and Backup Solutions
  • Hyper Converged Infrastructure
  • Network Monitoring and Vulnerability Scanning Tools
  • Strong experience in managing secure ICT environments
  • Must be based in Canberra

Desirable:

  • 10+ years' experience in Defence or secure ICT environments
  • Familiarity with ADF tactical networks and systems (e.g., JP2221-1, EDLAN)
  • Experience supporting integration across strategic and operational levels

To be considered for the role click the 'apply' button or for more information about this and other opportunities please contact Elsa Ambrosini on 0452426715 or email: [email protected] and quote the above job reference number.

Paxus values diversity and welcomes applications from Indigenous Australians, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people living with a disability. If you require an adjustment to the recruitment process, including the application form in an alternate format, please contact me on the above contact details.