About the position

Reporting to the Team Leader Information Technology the Senior Network Administrator is responsible for providing outstanding customer service, support and advice to customers on ICT related enquires. The Senior Network Administrator manages the performance of the Council’s technical systems, hardware and network and administers the installation and upgrades of technical applications. The role has a focus on leading and developing the Council’s Enterprise Architecture for network infrastructure.

Key responsibilities are:

• Lead the development and implementation of Council’s Enterprise Architecture for network infrastructure
• Accountable for the management and performance of Council’s technical systems, hardware and network
• Responsible for oversight of Disaster Recovery Planning and any Business Continuity Strategies
• Implement strategies and manage procedures to achieve an appropriate level of network security.
• Leading a small team of network & infrastructure administrators

Senior Network Administrator - Position Description

About you

• A degree in an appropriate discipline or equivalent expertise and relevant practical experience
• Comprehensive expertise in network security best practices, networking concepts, backup procedures and concepts and the management of asset lifecycles.
• Familiarity with modern technologies like SD-WAN, Zero-Trust Architecture and Managing hybrid or Multi-Cloud Environments.
• Strong vendor management skills, including the ability to negotiate and manage contracts with service providers.
• Well-developed communication skills that foster positive working relationships with stakeholders, including the ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical audiences.
• Strong project management skills.
• Be willing to undergo a pre-employment medical and police check.

Salary range is between $114,312 - $120,910 plus superannuation guarantee and will be negotiated commensurate with skills, experience and qualifications.

Applications close 5pm Friday 21 March 2025. Apply today! We may actively review applications and begin interviewing prior to this close date. We reserve the right to close the job ad prior to the advertised close date.
Previous applicants need not apply.

For more information or a confidential discussion, please contact Hazel Anderson at [email protected] and include the position title in the subject line.

Reasonable workplace adjustments will be made for people with a disability.

We encourage people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander identity, as well as people of culturally diverse backgrounds and diverse abilities, to apply.

Why work for us

A career at the City of Tea Tree Gully is an opportunity to forge long-lasting community connections while cultivating a fulfilling work life. Joining us is a chance to be part of a dynamic team, who value customer care, trust, teamwork and growth.

We are dedicated to creating a workplace that fosters inclusivity and collaboration. We embrace individual differences and recognise the valuable contributions that diverse perspectives and experiences bring to our community. We are committed to achieving and maintaining White Ribbon Accreditation. We prioritise the well-being of our staff and strive to create an environment that promotes ongoing career growth while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

Benefits

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