About Compnow:

At Compnow, we're more than a leading Australian technology provider. We're a team of innovators, problem-solvers, and trusted advisors helping organisations unlock the full potential of technology.

For more than three decades, we've partnered with businesses across the country to deliver tailored IT solutions, from end-user computing and managed services to complex infrastructure, cloud, cybersecurity, and lifecycle solutions. Our success has been built on strong relationships, exceptional customer experiences, and a commitment to doing what we say we'll do.

As a privately owned and nationally recognised technology business, we've created a culture where people are empowered to make an impact, challenge the status quo, and build rewarding long-term careers. We know that great people are the key to our success, which is why we invest heavily in our team, celebrate achievements, and create genuine opportunities for growth.

Why Compnow?

Every Voice Counts – When you join our team, your skills and ideas will be welcomed.

Be Remarkable – Your contribution is key to our success. You don’t stop growing, neither do we.

Do What’s Right – We make a point of keeping our skills current and increasing our impact.

Create Connections – Your manager acts as a mentor to help guide you and your career.

Our business rewards hard-work and initiative. We supply you with the building blocks you need to grow. Internal career opportunities are possible in the long term to grow with our company.

Perks and benefits:

- A free day of leave on your birthday.
- Five weeks annual leave incentive.




- Employee discounts on IT Equipment.
- Employee discounts on accommodation in Bali, Indonesia.

What you’ll do?

We are seeking a Systems Engineer to join our team supporting a key Defence client based in Adelaide. Working full-time on-site within a secure environment, you will be responsible for maintaining and supporting critical infrastructure platforms, ensuring system reliability, operational excellence, and exceptional customer outcomes. This role is ideal for an experienced infrastructure qualified who enjoys troubleshooting complex technical issues, developing operational processes, and working within highly regulated environments.

- Administer, maintain, and support Linux and Windows Server environments to ensure the availability, performance, and reliability of critical infrastructure services.
- Perform day-to-day infrastructure operations across server, storage, and associated platforms, proactively monitoring and resolving issues to minimise service disruption.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical incidents, conducting root cause analysis and implementing preventative measures to improve system stability.
- Ensure all activities are performed in accordance with Defence security requirements, operational standards,



and established governance processes.
- Create and maintain high-quality technical documentation, operational procedures, and support artefacts to meet compliance and operational requirements

What you’ll bring?

- Demonstrated experience in Systems Administration, Systems Engineer or a similar role.
- Strong Windows and Linux Server administration and maintenance experience.
- Familiarity with Defence security and operational requirements.
- Strong documentation and process development capabilities.
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills

What else do you need to apply?

- Ability to work full-time on-site at a Defence client location in Adelaide.
- Hold an active NV 1 Security Clearance at the time of application.
- Must be an Australian resident available to work full time without restrictions.

Compnow will provide and require all successful applicants to complete a current National Police Check as well as a new or updated state-based Working With Children Check.

We are dedicated to a welcoming, inclusive and diverse workplace for everyone - built on merit, great work, ethics and character. And finally – have you made it this far and don’t meet every single requirement? Don’t count yourself out just yet – you may be exactly the person we are looking for and encourage your application.

All submissions will be treated with the strictest confidence. No phone, email, or agency requests. We are a 2026 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.

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📌 IT Systems Engineer (Adelaide)
🏢 CompNow
📍 Adelaide