About Penten

Founded in 2014, Penten is a multi-award winning cyber technology company dedicated to strengthening our nation’s security and prosperity through new and innovative technology. Our advanced hardware and software products and services support our clients with Secure Mobility, Applied Artificial Intelligence and Innovation and Technical Services Solutions.

In our 2024 Employee Survey, our team said they enjoy working for Penten because we:

• Have a friendly and welcoming culture
• Enjoy excellent working conditions with genuine flexibility
• Focus on innovation, have interesting work and a sense of purpose
• Take pride in what we do and deliver tangible results
• Work with cutting edge technologies

About the Role

As a Network Engineer, you will play a critical role in the implementation, and support of our network infrastructure. This position provides opportunities to deepen your expertise across diverse technologies in a dynamic and growing team. You will be a technical resource within the organisation, ensuring the stability, scalability, and security of our network environment while delivering high-quality solutions to meet both internal and client needs.

Specifically, this role will:

• Manage and troubleshoot complex network issues
• Contribute to design and implementation of network solutions and changes
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness of network services
• Provide network guidance on connectivity and infrastructure
• Working closely with the service desk team, system administrators, delivery managers and product developers
• Perform connectivity and performance analysis across multi-vendor environments
• Collaborate on change and BAU operations.

Skills and Experience

• Experience in gateway environments including proficiency with LAN and WAN fault diagnosis and repair.
• Understanding of risk management and Australian Government information Security (ISM) and gateway requirements.
• Strong experience in CISCO including implementing network architectures.
• Experience in debugging VoIP and firewall technologies
• Proficiency with infrastructure devices including switches, routers, wireless access points, controllers, and firewalls
• Understanding and configuration of wireless communications and real-time media streams (SIP)
• Understanding of cryptographic deployments and accountability for key material
• Expertise in implementing and maintaining secure network solutions for private and cloud infrastructure
• Professional Certifications (e.g. CCIE, CCNP, JNCIP-ENT, JNCIE-ENT, WCNA, Network+) desirable.

Qualifications and Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for this position you must:

• Hold a bachelor’s degree in technology with a focus on network engineering and/or industry experience; and
• Be an Australian citizen; and
• Hold an AGSVA NV2 clearance or higher.

Please Note: This role involves participating in an on-call roster and occasional after-hours work to support business and client requirements. While flexible working hours are supported, you will complete your day to day work on-site.

Be Your Best You at Penten

Penten is a proud equal employment workplace committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment, reflective of the community in which we live, work and play. Penten’s focus on inclusion, well-being and flexible working arrangements means everyone, regardless of their background, can be their best both inside and outside the office.

As a national leader in cyber technology, we believe diversity of experience, identity, background, perspective and expression is key to building the best team, products and company. It’s the actions we take everyday that make the difference and we are continuously working on increasing diversity, inclusivity and belonging in all areas of our business.

How to Apply

To help us achieve our mission to protect those who protect us, submit your application details below. Please include a current copy of your resume/curriculum vitae, a cover letter and complete the screening questions.

Should you require any adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please let us know by emailing recruitment@penten.com for a confidential discussion.