Network Engineer

Technology

About the Role:


We are currently seeking an experienced IP Network Engineer for a long-term contract opportunity based in Sydney on Hybrid schedule. This role is ideal for a hands-on network professional with strong experience in telecom IP networks, network security, and data centre technologies.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, plan, and implement IP-based network solutions within a telecom environment
  • Configure, manage, and maintain routers, switches, firewalls, and related network devices
  • Implement and maintain network security controls, including firewalls, IDS, and network access control
  • Proactively troubleshoot network issues to ensure high availability, stability, and performance
  • Monitor network performance, identify bottlenecks, and optimise configurations
  • Perform regular network upgrades, maintenance, and patching
  • Maintain detailed documentation of network designs, configurations, and procedures
  • Collaborate closely with internal teams and stakeholders to deliver network solutions aligned with business needs

Key Technical Skills & Experience

  • Strong expertise in IP networking protocols, including OSPF and BGP
  • Proven experience designing and implementing telecom IP network architectures, particularly IP-based mobile core networks
  • Hands-on experience with data centre fabric technologies such as ACI and EVPN-VXLAN
  • Strong background in network security, including design and configuration of telco-grade firewalls
    • Preferred platforms: Fortinet, F5, Check Point
  • Experience with IP address management, auditing, and optimisation
  • Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

Qualifications & Certifications

  • Bachelor’s degree or tertiary qualification in Computer Science, Telecommunications, Engineering, or a related field
  • Industry certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, or CCIE are highly regarded

Why Apply?

  • Long-term 12-month contract with a competitive daily rate
  • Opportunity to work on large-scale telecom network environments
  • Collaborative and technically challenging role within a professional team


Please apply with current resume in Microsoft Word format only (.doc or .docx). If you would like to have a confidential discussion, please contact Bidisha Swayamprava on Bidisha.Swayamprava@davidsonwp.com, quoting reference JN -012026-42308. Want to know more about Davidson? Visit us at www.davidsonwp.com

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Work type:  Contractor

Date posted:  28-Jan-2026

Location:  Sydney - New South Wales

Reference:  JN -012026-42308

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