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Senior Network Engineer Lead

Latitude IT
Adelaide, SA
A$160,000-$180,000 p/a
Information & Communication Technology → Engineering - Network
Full-time
On-site

Posted 2 days ago


Senior Network Engineer Lead
Government Services | Adelaide, SA

A rare opportunity has arisen for a highly experienced Senior Network Engineer Lead to join a specialist Managed Services team supporting critical government infrastructure in South Australia.

This role is ideal for a Level 3 Network and Security professional ready to take the next step into a formal Team Lead position. You’ll combine hands-on technical expertise with leadership responsibilities, mentoring a high-performing engineering team, overseeing service delivery, and driving continuous improvement across a diverse government client base.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide expert Level 3 support for network and security infrastructure, including troubleshooting, change management, and technical escalations.
  • Act as Team Lead, guiding the day-to-day operations of a small technical team while setting standards for performance, quality, and collaboration.
  • Lead the technical direction of managed services engagements and project delivery.
  • Mentor and support junior and mid-level engineers to develop internal capability and promote knowledge sharing.
  • Build and maintain strong client relationships, serving as a technical point of contact and trusted advisor.
  • Ensure systems and client environments are accurately documented and maintained.
  • Identify and drive service improvement initiatives to enhance reliability, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
  • Stay current with emerging network and security technologies relevant to enterprise and government environments.

About You

  • Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, with approximately 6+ years of industry experience in networking and security.
  • Demonstrated leadership experience or strong readiness to step into a formal Team Lead role.
  • Certifications in at least two relevant areas (e.g., CCNA, CCNP, CCIE, Fortinet NSE, Palo Alto PCNSE).
  • Strong experience supporting complex enterprise networks (100+ users, 30+ servers) and multi-vendor environments.
  • Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with a structured, analytical approach.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead both internally and in client-facing scenarios.
  • Desirable: Experience working within government or highly regulated network environments.

What’s on Offer

  • A leadership role in a mission-critical technical environment.
  • Direct involvement with top-tier government and enterprise clients.
  • Flexible work options and a collaborative team culture.
  • Ongoing professional development and certification support.
  • Competitive salary and benefits package.

Special Requirements

  • Must hold or be eligible to obtain a current Police Clearance.
  • Australian Driver’s Licence required.
  • Occasional after-hours work and short-term travel may be required.

About Latitude IT

North Sydney, NSW, Australia

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