Role: Network SME

Experience: 5+ Years

Location: Newcastle NSW

Role Summary

We are seeking an experienced Network SME with strong expertise in Routing, Switching, Wireless, Security, SD-WAN, and Cloud Networking. The role involves designing, implementing, troubleshooting, and optimizing enterprise network environments while serving as the highest technical escalation point for complex issues.

Key Responsibilities
Design and support enterprise LAN, WAN, WLAN, and Data Center networks.
Configure and troubleshoot BGP, OSPF, MPLS, VPN, GRE, and SD-WAN technologies.
Manage switching technologies including VLANs, STP, VXLAN-EVPN, and Cisco Nexus platforms.
Support and optimize enterprise Wi-Fi/WLAN settings.
Integrate and manage networking solutions across AWS and Azure cloud platforms.
Provide Level-3 support, lead major incident (P1) calls, and perform detailed Root Cause Analysis (RCA).




Support Palo Alto firewalls and network security solutions.
Participate in solution design, technical assessments, and architecture reviews.
Mentor engineers and contribute to operational excellence initiatives.

Required Skills
Routing: BGP, OSPF, MPLS, VPN, GRE
Switching: Cisco Nexus, VLANs, STP, VXLAN-EVPN
Wireless: Enterprise WLAN/Wi-Fi
Security: Palo Alto Firewalls
Cloud: AWS, Azure Networking
SDN / SD-WAN
Incident, Problem, and Change Management
Robust troubleshooting and RCA skills

Key Attributes
Robust problem-solving and analytical skills.
Calm under pressure during critical incidents.
Excellent stakeholder communication and collaboration.
Proactive, customer-focused, and solution-oriented mindset.

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