Senior Networking MSP Engineer

Senior Networking MSP Engineer

• Posted August 6, 2026

About Us

Alliance Business Technologies is a Queensland-owned Managed IT Services, Security, and Cloud Solutions provider. We support over 287 businesses and manage nearly 7000 endpoints across Australia. Our mission is to help clients embrace digital transformation through quality technologies that drive real business outcomes.

About the Role

We're looking for a highly experiencedSenior Networking Engineerto join our Service & Support Operations team. This is a senior-level technical role focused on secure network design, escalations, client onboarding, and project delivery.

Based in Brisbane, this is ahybrid rolecombining work from home with on-site client engagement as required. You'll play a critical role in ensuring our clients' network and security environments are robust, resilient, and aligned with best practice frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

• ProvideLevel 3 supportfor complex network and security incidents
• Design and implementsecure network architecturesacross on-premises and cloud environments
• Lead network and security components ofclient onboarding, refreshes, and infrastructure projects
• Act as atrusted consulting engineerfor high-priority clients, advising on network security posture and performance
• Take ownership ofmajor incident response, particularly across firewalls, connectivity, and security events
• Strengthen client environments throughproactive security improvements and risk mitigation
• Mentor engineers and contribute tonetwork/security standards, documentation, and knowledge sharing
• Participate in client reviews and initiatives to improveservice quality and security maturity
• Ensure all solutions align withindustry best practices and recognised security frameworks

What You'll Bring

• 5 - 7+ years' experience in networking within an MSP environment (essential)
• Strong hands-on experience withFortinet (FortiGate), FortiManager, ubiquiti unifiandBarracuda
• Deep understanding ofnetwork security principles, including VPNs (IPSec/SSL), IDS/IPS, Zero Trust, segmentation, and access control
• Advanced knowledge ofrouting and switching (BGP, VLANs, ACLs, NAT, STP)
• Experience designing and supportingsecure multi-site network environments
• Strong experience withAzure networking and security, including:
  • Azure Virtual Networks (VNets), subnets, and peering
  • Network Security Groups (NSGs) and Azure Firewall
  • VPN Gateways and hybrid connectivity
  • Private Endpoints and secure service access
  • Managing and deploying virtual firewalls
• Familiarity withidentity-driven security(Entra ID / Azure AD integration with network controls)
• Experience withenterprise wireless networks(design, optimisation, security)
• Strong troubleshooting skills acrossAll OSI layers
• Experience withnetworkmonitoring tools such asPRTG and Auvik
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate technical risk into business impact
• Proven ability to lead projects and mentor peers

Why Join Us?

• Work onmeaningful, security-focused projectswhere your expertise directly shapes client outcomes
• Be trusted as asenior technical voice, with the autonomy to design and influence solutions
• Access ongoingtraining and certifications(including Fortinet, Barrcuda and Microsoft pathways) to keep your skills at the leading edge
• Enjoy aflexible hybrid working modelthat supports balance while staying connected to the team
• Collaborate with asupportive, high-performing teamthat values knowledge sharing and continuous improvement
• Build long-term relationships with clients and see thereal impact of your work on their business security and resilience
• Join a company that genuinely valuesintegrity, agility, and excellence in how we work and support each other

Employer questions

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
• What's your expected annual base salary?
• Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment?
• Do you have a current Australian driver's licence?
• How many years' experience do you have as a network engineer?