Senior Network Engineer

The University of Tasmania acknowledges the Palawa/Pakana and Gadigal/Wangal people as the traditional custodians of the land sea and waters of the areas upon which we live and work. We recognise their valuable contributions and deep connection to country and pay respect to Elders past and present.

• Lead and enhance a complex enterprisescale network using modern technologies
• Collaborate mentor others and grow your expertise in a supportive team
• Full time Ongoing role based in Launceston

About the opportunity

We are seeking a Senior Network Engineer in the IT Services team based in Launceston.

This person will lead and manage the Universitys computer networks to make sure they are reliable secure and running well across all campuses. This includes wired and wireless networks internet connections data centres and cloud systems. Their work supports teaching research and daytoday operations. They will be the goto expert for network matters helping make technical decisions mentoring other IT staff and contributing to planning and improving the Universitys systems. The role also involves looking after all network infrastructure including maintaining and upgrading systems like switching routing wireless and security this role you will need to write clear technical documentation and provide advanced support when there are complex network issues.

What youll do:

• Lead and manage the Universitys network operations to ensure systems are reliable secure and performing well.
• Provide expert technical advice and solve complex network issues across a large multicampus environment.
• Support and mentor network team members building capability and improving team performance.
• Work collaboratively across IT teams and stakeholders to deliver projects and resolve endtoend service issues.
• Oversee network infrastructure and improvements including planning upgrades documentation and multiple projects.

Role Specific Skills Knowledge and Experience:

• Proven experience with enterprise network technologies including switching routing wireless and network security.
• Handson experience with Palo Alto (firewalls Panorama Global Protect) and network security platforms.
• Experience with identity and access solutions (e.g. Aruba ClearPass) and integration with cloud platforms (Azure AD etc.).
• Strong knowledge of core networking protocols and technologies (e.g. BGP OSPF MPLS QoS IPv6).
• Experience with SDWAN and modern network architectures (e.g. Aruba Edge Connect / Silver Peak desirable).
• Strong problemsolving skills with experience in incident response risk mitigation and working in critical environments.
• Ability to deliver and support network projects including documentation change management and collaboration across teams.

Qualifications and Licences

• A tertiary qualification in computing or a related field or equivalent experience in an ICT support or enterprise networking environment.
• Industry certifications such as CCNA/CCNP Aruba Professional/Expert or equivalent (highly desirable).
• Current C class drivers license or manual vehicle license.

Salary details

Appointment to this role will be at HEO 7 and will have a total remuneration package of up to $130943 comprising base salary within the range of $101821 to $111917 plus 17% superannuation.

How to Apply

• This vacancy is being advertised internally only in the first instance to current staff.
• In submitting your application you acknowledge you have/intend to discuss your interest in this vacancy with your current manager and understand they may need to be contacted confidentially by the hiring manager as part of the assessment of your application.
• To apply online please provide your CV and 1-2-page cover letter outlining your interest in the role skills capabilities and experience. You do not need to separately address the success profile.
• For further information about this position please contact Richard Quinn Manager Networks
• Please visit for our guide to applying and details on the recruitment process.
• Please refer to the attached Position Description Below for full details.

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Applications close Tuesday 16 June 2026 11.55pm

As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive workplace employment history and police checks may be conducted as part of the selection process.

To be eligible for this position you are required to hold Australian or New Zealand Citizenship permanent residency or a valid visa that enables you to fulfil the requirements of this role.