Senior Network Security Engineer

This is a Senior Network Security Engineer role with NSW Department of Customer Service based in Sydney, NSW, AU == NSW Department of Customer Service == Role Seniority - senior More about the Senior Network Security Engineer role at NSW Department of Customer Service Senior Network Security Engineer Grade: 9/10 Salary range: $129,464 - $142,665 + superannuation and leave loading Duration: permanent full-time role, ongoing Location: Hybrid with an in-office requirement on Tuesdays and Thursdays in Sydney, McKell. This may be subject to change in line with DCS workplace policies Design and secure the networks that power critical services and help keep people and places across NSW safe. NSW Telco Authority is seeking a Senior Network Security Engineer to play a pivotal role in strengthening and securing critical network infrastructure that supports essential government services. This is a senior technical role where you’ll provide expert guidance across projects, design and implement secure network solutions, and help uplift cyber security capability across complex IT and OT environments. You’ll work closely with internal teams and external partners to ensure network services are resilient, scalable and secure by design. About the team This role sits within the Cyber Security team in Digital and Technology in the NSW Telco Authority. You’ll be joining a friendly, fast‑paced, dynamic and diverse team who is passionate about keeping people and places safe. We pride ourselves on our supportive culture where colleagues help each other to succeed and grow. Our mission is to drive cyber security improvement and innovation in Network Security across both IT and OT environments, while improving the scalability and resiliency of the Telco Authority Network. Your responsibilities will include Acting as the Network Security SME, providing trusted guidance and technical leadership across projects Ensuring network solutions comply with cyber security best practices and relevant regulatory and compliance requirements Designing and implementing network solutions to protect availability, integrity and confidentiality Collaborating with third‑party vendors to deliver solutions that meet agreed standards and commitments Ensuring network solutions align with Telco Authority operational, security and resilience requirements Providing operational escalation support to Network Operations and Security Operations teams Producing and maintain high‑quality design and as‑built documentation, including current network diagrams For more information on the role and its accountabilities, click here to view the role description. To be successful in this role you will have Essential Security Clearance: You will be able to obtain and retain minimum Baseline Security clearance within six months to work with sensitive government and critical communications information Strong design and implementation experience in network and network security environments Proven technical expertise across technologies including routing, switching, next‑generation firewalls, Network Access Control (NAC), public cloud environments and Application Delivery Controllers (ADC) Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently with technical and non‑technical stakeholders at all levels Demonstrated experience producing detailed design and as‑built documentation and network diagrams Experience developing technology roadmaps aligned to organisational strategy Relevant industry certifications in networking and/or cyber security Strong awareness of current and emerging ICT, cyber security and cyber risk trends Experience working within complex, regulated or critical infrastructure environments What we need from you: When applying for this role, please include a resume and a covering letter. In your covering letter please outline the following: The reason why you are applying for this role and Why cyber security is important to you How you maintain up to date knowledge on cyber security trends About NSW Telco Authority NSW Telco Authority (NSWTA) operates and manages the Public Safety Network to deliver radio communications for frontline responders. We work with emergency services and telecommunications carriers to protect communications assets during emergencies and natural disasters. NSWTA is a delivery agency with responsibility for over $1.5 billion in key NSW Government projects that connect communities and support emergency services. We lead and coordinate whole-of-government connectivity strategy to bridge the digital divide and help keep people and places safe. NSWTA operates as a standalone Statutory Authority within the Department of Customer Service. We promote flexibility and we will consider part time, job share and other flexible arrangements. We’re proud of our cus