? Network & Security Engineer

? Perth | ? 5-Month Contract | ? NV1 Preferred QIX Consulting is partnering with a leading client to engage an experienced Network & Security Engineer for an exciting contract opportunity based in Perth. This role is ideal for an infrastructure professional with robust expertise across enterprise networking and security technologies who enjoys working in complex, high-availability environments. About the Role

As the Network & Security Engineer, you'll be responsible for designing, implementing, maintaining, and supporting enterprise network infrastructure while ensuring security, stability, and performance across the environment.

You'll work across routing, switching, firewalls, wireless, VPNs, cloud networking, and security technologies while providing Level 2/3 support and contributing to ongoing infrastructure improvements. Key Responsibilities

Design, implement and support LAN, WAN, WLAN and SD-WAN environments

Configure and maintain routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs and network services

Perform upgrades, patching, security hardening and system maintenance

Monitor network performance, availability and capacity

Provide Level 2/3 troubleshooting across networking and security platforms

Implement network security policies,



procedures and best practices

Work within change management processes

Collaborate with vendors and internal technical teams to resolve complex issues

Support cloud networking across AWS and Azure environments Skills & Experience

We're looking for professionals with experience across:

5+ years' experience as a Network or Network Security Engineer

Cisco networking (routing, switching, wireless and voice)

Check Point Firewalls

Palo Alto Firewalls

F5 Load Balancers

VPN technologies and network security

LAN/WAN, SD-WAN and enterprise networking

AWS and/or Microsoft Azure networking

Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills

Experience working independently in enterprise environments Desirable Certifications

CCNA or CCNP

Check Point CCSA or CCSE

Palo Alto PCNSA or PCNSE

F5 Certified Administrator

AWS Advanced Networking or Azure Networking certifications

NV1 Security Clearance (Highly Desirable) If you're an experienced Network & Security Engineer looking for your next contract opportunity, we'd love to hear from you. ? Apply now or contact the QIX Consulting team for a confidential discussion.

📌 Network & Security Engineer (Perth)
🏢 Qix Consulting
📍 Perth