Network Engineer
Job No.: 684134
Location: Clayton campus
Employment Type: Full-time
Duration: Continuing appointment
Remuneration: $103,178 - $113,167 pa HEW Level 07 (plus 17% employer superannuation)
- Amplify your impact at a world top 50 University
- Join our inclusive, collaborative community
- Be surrounded by extraordinary ideas - and the people who discover them
The Opportunity
A Network Engineer position is available in the Infrastructure Services (Networks) team within eSolutions to assist with the support and day-to-day operation of the network and the delivery of various network-related projects.
The Engineer will join a team of engineers and consultants to maintain operations and develop new services for the Monash network. The team is responsible for the day-to-day support of a very large infrastructure fleet of network switches, routers, and wireless access points, and your skills will ensure service availability and adherence to agreed service targets, policies, and processes within eSolutions.
About You
You will have a growth mindset with the ability to solve problems under pressure and to learn and deliver complex technical solutions. You will also possess a desire to grow your skills in a challenging but rewarding environment.
Along with your experience in large enterprise networks, you will have worked with:
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Enterprise-grade switching and routing (Cisco Catalyst and Nexus) platforms
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Large-scale wireless deployments (Cisco 9800 IOSXE / 9xxxx APs)
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Basic data centre networking (Cisco Nexus)
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Network security technology (Palo Alto FW, GP VPN, Cisco ACL, ISE)
Experience with the following would be considered an advantage:
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Cisco ACI, Nexus 7000/9000
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Cloud environment networking (AWS, Azure)
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Citrix NetScaler
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BIND DNS
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Scripting and automation toolsets – Python, Ansible
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Cisco CCNA/CCNP, a relevant tertiary qualification, or equivalent experience is required.
This is an opportunity to use your ability to solve complex problems, learn new technologies, and develop technical and professional skills while supporting Australia’s largest university network.
The Networks team within eSolutions is responsible for the design, deployment, and operation across all facets of the Monash network, including campus LAN and WAN, data centre and cloud, wireless, and internet services. The Networks team works closely with other technology specialist groups in order to deliver solutions and services for the University.
The position requires regular rostered 24/7 on-call duty and other operational activities outside of normal working hours, both remotely and onsite.
About Monash University
At Monash, work feels different. There’s a sense of belonging, from contributing to something groundbreaking – a place where great things happen.
We value difference and diversity, and welcome and celebrate everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. That’s why we champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.
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Monash supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements. We have a range of policies in place enabling staff to combine work and personal commitments. This includes supporting parents.
To Apply
To apply, simply submit your CV along with a cover letter that addresses your suitability for the role. A document addressing the Key Selection Criteria is not required. Please refer to "How to apply for Monash Jobs".
Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, neurodiverse people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process at Monash. If you need any reasonable adjustments, please contact us at hr-recruitment@monash.edu in an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments Request' for a confidential discussion.
Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment and/or background checks required for the role, as determined by the University.
Enquiries: Mr Syed Karim, Network Operations Lead, +61 3 9903 1903
Position Description: Network Engineer
Applications Close: Monday 13th October 2025, 11:55 PM AEDT
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