Network Engineer - Contract - Australia

Urgent requirement of Network Engineer - Contract - Australia

Key Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and maintain IP-based network solutions across enterprise and specialized environments
• Implement and manage secure network architectures, including Cisco-based security frameworks
• Work on virtualized and cloud environments (OpenStack, VMware, OpenShift)
• Automate network provisioning and configuration using tools such as Ansible and Puppet
• Support Hyper-Converged Infrastructure (HCI) deployments and operations
• Develop and maintain scripts and automation workflows for network optimization
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver robust and compliant network solutions
• Support specialized network requirements including satellite and secure communications environments

Required Skills & Experience

• Advanced expertise in IP networking and network engineering concepts
• Strong experience with OpenStack, OpenShift, VMware, Cisco Network Security, and automation tools: Ansible, Puppet
• Knowledge of network security and secure architecture design
• Experience with coding/scripting (e.g., Python, Shell) for automation
• Exposure to satellite networks or specialized communication systems
• Experience in security-focused or regulated environments
• Strong troubleshooting and system integration skills

Duration: 6 months, possible extension

Eligibility: Australian/NZ citizens/PR holders only