Network Engineer | Permanent Full Time | Commencement Date –Flexible, negotiable with the successful candidate
We are seeking an experienced Network Engineer on a permanent full time basis to take ownership of our core ICT infrastructure, ensuring the security, resilience, performance and continuous improvement of our network, server, cloud and endpoint environments.
Reporting to the Head of Technology, this is a senior technical role responsible for maintaining critical infrastructure platforms, leading infrastructure projects, managing service providers, and supporting the School's cyber security operations.
About the Role
As the Network Engineer, you will act as the technical owner of the School's infrastructure environment, providing expertise across networking, systems administration, cloud platforms, cyber security, disaster recovery and infrastructure lifecycle management.
You will work closely with Technology Services team and external service providers to ensure high levels of availability, security and operational excellence across the School's technology environment.
You will take technical ownership of the School's core infrastructure, including:
Network administration (switching, routing, firewalls, wireless and network security)
Microsoft 365,



Azure and Entra ID administration
Windows Server, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP and Hyper-V environments
Cyber security operations, vulnerability management and incident response
Backup, disaster recovery and infrastructure resilience
Infrastructure projects, lifecycle management and vendor oversight
About You
You will bring:
5+ years' experience in network, infrastructure or systems administration roles
Strong expertise in Microsoft 365, Azure, Entra ID, Windows Server and Active Directory
Experience with networking technologies, firewalls, wireless and virtualisation platforms
Knowledge of cyber security operations, patching and vulnerability management
Experience managing technology vendors and service providers
Relevant IT qualifications and industry certifications (Microsoft, Cisco, Palo Alto, Aruba or similar)
Experience in education or school environments
Microsoft Defender, Intune, Palo Alto and Aruba technologies
ITIL and business continuity experience
APPLICATIONS | Closing Date:18 November ****
Please note, to be eligible for this role you must have:
The right to work in Australia.
A current Working with Children Check.
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📌 Network Engineer | Permanent Full Time | Commencement Date –Flexible, Negotiable With The Successful Candidate (Sydney)
🏢 The Hills Grammar School
📍 Sydney