Technical Specialist (Network) - Adecco

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Update your details and view your application progress. Employment type Full Time Locations Canberra Sydney Darwin Brisbane Cairns Melbourne Perth Job no: WWREQ0028745Employment type: Full TimeLocation: Canberra, Sydney, Darwin, Brisbane, Cairns, Melbourne, PerthCategories: Engineering – Network About us: At Kinetic IT we pride ourselves on being 100% Australian owned and delivering exceptional service that exceeds our customers' expectations. We are recognised market leaders in the delivery of high-quality IT services in large government and private sector organisations. With 1400 amazing crew across Australia, our strong people-focused culture and dynamic work environment are integral parts of our success. About the role: Kinetic IT is seeking a skilled Network Specialist to join our team supporting a classified federal government customer. This role is perfect for an experienced senior networking professional with expertise in Fortinet solutions, SD-WAN, and Routing & Switching. You will be responsible for monitoring, investigating, and mitigating incidents and service requests, as well as deploying, configuring, and maintaining Fortinet products. While the primary focus is BAU operations, there will be opportunities to contribute to projects and other customer accounts within Kinetic IT. Key duties and responsibilities: Deploy, configure, test, and maintain Fortinet solutions (Fortigate, FortiNAC, FortiMail, FortiAnalyzer, FortiManager, FortiSandbox, etc.). Knowledge of SD-WAN, Routing, and Switching. Monitor, investigate, and mitigate incidents and service requests in ServiceNow (SNOW). Conduct log analysis, develop visualizations, and generate reports. Collaborate with Security Operations and IT engineers to implement security controls. Ensure optimal service levels and maintain compliance with risk mitigation processes. Create technical articles and bulletins to enhance the internal and external knowledge base. Provide technical leadership and support to IT Ops, Service Desk, and Field Services teams through mentoring and knowledge sharing. Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to optimize processes. Occasional work on projects and other customer accounts as required. Travel to sites if necessary for device configuration and troubleshooting. About you: Strong experience with Fortinet solutions (Fortigate, FortiNAC, FortiMail, FortiAnalyzer, FortiManager, FortiSandbox, etc.). Knowledge and experience in SD-WAN, Routing, and Switching. Experience with log analysis, visualization, and reporting. Ability to work under broad direction, quickly learning new technologies. Experience troubleshooting network issues and optimizing IT operations. Strong communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams. Ability to travel to sites for device configuration and troubleshooting as needed. ITIL v4 Certification (highly beneficial). Desirable to possess Fortinet NSE Certifications (NSE4, NSE5, NSE6, or higher). Desirable to possess Cisco CCNA or equivalent networking certifications. Essential to have an NV1 clearance for this role. Candidates must have this level of clearance to be considered. The Kinetic IT Difference: Kinetic IT recognises the experience and performance of our crew is intricately bound to the achievement of enduring organisational success. We provide opportunities for growth and development and recognising both individual and teamwork contribution to achieving our company’s goals. We seek to promote fair, competitive and equitable reward and recognition practices which fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace. As a Kinetic IT crew member, you will enjoy: An organisation that provides continuous growth through supporting your certification aspirations and taking on new roles internally. Paid parental leave, flexible working and other benefits tailored to your individual circumstances. A friendly and all-inclusive organisational culture. How to apply: First, check out our website Kineticit.com.au. If you like what you see then, Click the ‘Apply Now’ button. You can also send your CV direct to and quote: Network Specialist Advertised: 31 Jan 2025 W. Australia Standard TimeApplications close: 31 Mar 2025 W. Australia Standard Time #J-18808-Ljbffr