Network Engineer

Network Engineer
Catholic Education, Diocese of Bathurst
Full-time, Temporary Fixed Term Position
Commencing: ASAP by Negotiation for 6 Months

About the Role

The Network Engineer plays a key role in designing, implementing, and maintaining secure and scalable network solutions across the Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst (CEDB). This includes the development of SD-WAN configurations, enhancing network performance, and supporting schools and office environments with connectivity and infrastructure needs.

The Network Engineer works closely with the ICT Manager, project teams, and external vendors to support the Diocese’s mission through reliable and innovative ICT services.

Day-to-day responsibilities may include:

• Designing and deploying Software-Defined Wide Area Network (SD-WAN) solutions.
• Coordinating implementation and maintenance of network infrastructure across multiple locations.
• Conducting network performance optimisation and monitoring.
• Managing network security through encryption, device hardening and Zero Trust methodologies.
• Supporting and troubleshooting Level 2/3 network-related issues.
• Maintaining documentation on network configurations, processes, and change logs.
• Providing guidance and support to other ICT team members.
• Working collaboratively with internal stakeholders and third-party vendors.

A copy of the Position Description can be found here

About You (Selection Criteria)
The successful Network Engineer will contribute to the success of CEDB by demonstrating the following:

• Strong hands-on experience with networking technologies such as Cisco, Meraki, Palo Alto, and Aruba.
• High-level proficiency in WAN technologies, including MPLS, NBN, and satellite services.
• Expertise in designing and implementing SD-WAN environments.
• Solid knowledge of routing, VPN technologies, and network protocols.
• Strong understanding of network security, encryption practices, and hardening techniques.
• Experience with network monitoring and logging solutions.
• Excellent troubleshooting, problem-solving and diagnostic skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to work both independently and within a team.
• A current networking certification (e.g. Cisco, Meraki, Palo Alto) is essential.
• Certification or experience in SD-WAN technologies is highly desirable.
• Ability to be able to work out of our Bathurst office.
• A willingness to support the mission and purpose of Catholic education within the Bathurst Diocese.

About Our Offer

• Work-life balance with a 35-hour work week
• A chance to work closely with a diverse and experienced ICT team who support one another’s career aspirations
• Opportunities to work on impactful projects with real-world application across schools

About Us
Responsible for 33 schools, approximately 9,600 students and 1,700 staff, Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst (CEDB) is encompassed by the Blue Mountains, Warrumbungle Ranges, the Pilliga, Macquarie River, Lachlan River, Abercrombie River and the Jenolan State Forest. The Diocese covers 103,680 square kilometres, comprises of Three Traditional Nations: the Wiradjuri, Gamilaraay/Gomeroi, and Wailwan nations and boasts the beauty of the central west and orana regions of NSW. A diversity of opportunities awaits you.

How to Apply
If you’re looking to make the next step in your ICT career, we would love to hear from you! Click “Apply” to be taken to our online application portal where you will be asked to complete our online application form. All applications will require:

• An updated CV/Resume and cover letter
• A separate document addressing the selection criteria outlined in the “About You” section of this advertisement
• Contact details of appropriate referees
• All supporting documentation (transcripts, identification, WWCC etc)

Applicants must be submitted by 11:55pm on 02 May 2025.

Please note that the CEDB intends to fill this vacancy as quickly as possible and therefore will close the job as soon as the right candidate is found. We encourage you to apply right away!

A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles, valid for a period of 12 months.

Further details of this position can be obtained by contacting the Manager ICT Services: Chris Sanderson on (02) 6338 3000.

CEDB is committed to instilling Safe Child standards in all our schools and CEDB with an understanding that keeping children safe is the responsibility of everyone within our school community.

A valid Employee Working with Children Check is required for this position.

Child Protection legislation requires preferred applicants to be subject to employment screening.

Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst is an equal opportunity employer.