We're on the lookout for an experienced Senior Network Security Engineer to join a highly skilled technical team delivering complex, secure ICT solutions.

If you love getting hands-on with Fortinet, Palo Alto, firewalls, network security and automation, this could be right up your alley.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong hands-on experience in Fortinet technologies, firewalls, network security and automation, who enjoys solving complex technical challenges and working across sophisticated ICT environments.

Key Responsibilities

- An ACTIVE Security Clearance is required before commencement
- Design, build, deploy and maintain secure network and cyber security solutions.
- Configure, integrate and support Fortinet technologies, including FortiGate, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer and FortiNAC.
- Deploy, configure and troubleshoot next-generation firewalls and associated security infrastructure.
- Develop and implement automation solutions using Ansible, Python and scripting technologies.
- Integrate security tools and technologies across complex ICT environments.
- Troubleshoot network security issues, conduct technical investigations and implement remediation solutions.
- Apply cyber security controls aligned with Defence security frameworks and zero-trust principles.
- Develop and maintain technical documentation, including solution designs, SOPs and system configurations.
- Collaborate with technical teams and stakeholders to support successful solution delivery.

About YOU

Essential Skills

- Strong hands-on experience with Fortinet technologies, particularly FortiGate, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer and FortiNAC.




- Experience with Palo Alto firewalls or other next-generation firewall technologies.
- Knowledge of FortiAuthenticator, FortiSandbox and multi-factor authentication solutions.
- Experience automating network and security infrastructure using Ansible, ideally with Fortinet products.
- Scripting experience using Python, Bash or PowerShell.
- Sound knowledge of routing, switching, VPNs, firewall policies and network security protocols.
- Familiarity with VMware, Nutanix and Elastic technologies.
- Understanding of cyber security controls, zero-trust architecture and relevant security frameworks.
- Strong troubleshooting, communication and technical documentation skills.
- Experience working in complex Defence or secure government ICT environments.

Highly Desirable

- Previous experience supporting Defence ICT systems or deployed environments.
- Fortinet certifications, such as NSE4, NSE7 or equivalent.
- Experience delivering security solutions across large-scale, highly secure infrastructure environments.
- Experience providing technical guidance and mentoring to other engineers.

About Us

Narada Consulting is an Australian sovereign-owned firm specializing in ICT sourcing, transformation strategy, and program delivery for Commonwealth and State Government agencies. The company focuses on capability transformation, using up-to-date approaches to drive innovation, operational efficiency, and measurable outcomes. Narada supports clients through complex digital transitions, providing structured methodologies and practical expertise. Team members collaborate closely with public sector organisations to enable secure, resilient, and future-ready technology environments.

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📌 Network Security Technician (Sydney)
🏢 Narada Consulting
📍 Sydney