Position- Lead Optical Network Data Management Specialist

Location- ACT

Duration- 12 Months with 2 Extensions

Hello Professionals ! We are looking for an "Lead Optical Network Data Management Specialist " for one of our Federal Client based in ACT.

Technical skills

Relevant tertiary qualification in Information Technology, Telecommunications, Network Engineering or a related discipline; or equivalent demonstrated industry experience. Industry certifications (desirable), such as: Ciena certifications (e.g. Ciena Certified Network Associate/Professional), Cisco certifications (e.g. CCNA, CCNP). Optical networking or transport certifications (desirable), including DWDM/OTN-related qualifications, as well as structured cabling or fibre optic handling cert.

Essential criteria

- 1.• Demonstrated minimum 5+ years’ experience engineering, operating, and supporting CIENA optical transport networks, including DWDM-based Data Centre Interconnect (DCI) solutions.
- 2.• Robust understanding of optical network architecture, design, and implementation, including provisioning, testing, optimisation, and ongoing support of CIENA platforms to deliver high-capacity, resilient services.




- 3.• Proven experience deploying and managing optical network infrastructure in data centre and enterprise environments, including fibre connectivity, carrier lead-in services, and end-to-end service commissioning.
- 4.• Current Australian Government NV1 security clearance, or ability and willingness to obtain and maintain one.

Desirable criteria

- 1.• Demonstrated ability to produce and maintain technical documentation, including High-Level Designs (HLD), Low-Level Designs (LLD), build guides, and operational procedures.
- 2.• Experience working within government or large enterprise environments, particularly secure and/or multi-site network infrastructures.
- 3.• Hands-on experience in data centre operations, including rack installation, structured cabling, and hardware lifecycle management.
- 4.• Familiarity with telecommunications carriers and service providers, including coordination of circuits, provisioning activities, and fault resolution.

Note : Must be an Australian Citizen. Must have NV2. Interested candidates, Feel free to contact me on +61 2 9157 5539 or drop your resume to [email protected]

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