Linux Administrator (NV1 - Australian Citizen)

Position Overview:
Working closely with researchers, this position will assist with the build, run and documentation of cutting-edge computational research networks and trial systems. The role will perform through-life support of specialised and experimental systems and ensure security compliance of research environments in line with ASD ISM and Defence standards. You will provide ICT support to multiple logically separated or intersecting research environments, customised to facilitate their unique research objectives and connected to a variety of scientific instrumentation. You will be required to interpret research requirements to develop bespoke solution sets and assist with the design and maintenance of new, novel and emerging research systems. This could also involve the day-to-day secure handling of research data. Working alongside infrastructure operations and security teams, you will ensure the effective management of systems and networks that reside on or connect into wider enterprise networks.

Duties may include:
* Build, deploy and document specialised research ICT infrastructure into experimental labs and deployable constructs as required.
* Facilitate connectivity between experimental system components and core research networks, adhering to required security protocols and processes.
* Configuration management of research system hardware. Collaborate with researchers to resolve issues within a lab or experimental system.
* Operate highly technical research components and scientific computing infrastructure.
* Draft cyber security documentation as defined in the Information Security Manual.
* May require a high degree of responsiveness during trials or experiments; flexible working arrangements may apply where required, including off-site or remote locations.
* Administer and operate data movement services (ingest and movement of data between domains and classifications) in line with organisational policies and procedures.
* Will include some or all of the following:
o Research network device administration.
o Firewall policy administration/co-ordination.
o Research data storage administration.
o Server and workstation management and administration.
o Laboratory instrumentation connectivity to experimental systems and throughput to primary research networks.
o Experimental system operating systems (Linux and Windows) and research software (including bespoke software) support and licensing.
o Support of research DevOps platforms and modelling and simulation environments.
o Asset management (request creation and update as required).

SKILL AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Desirable

* Demonstrated knowledge and experience in one or more of the following technology areas:
o Platforms (Linux and/or Windows Desktop and Server) and supporting network services such as AD, DNS and DHCP.
o Network engineering including switching, routing and next-generation firewalls.
o Technical and security document writing (SOPs, As-Built documentation, ISM security documentation).

* Demonstrable ability to use current knowledge, upskill and/or seek expertise to implement architecturally designed digital solutions or solve complex ICT problems to achieve organisational outcomes.
* Good understanding of ICT security principles, in particular the ASD Information Security Manual, with the ability to identify potential ICT security risks.
* Demonstrated ability to rapidly learn unfamiliar technology.
* Exceptional troubleshooting and fault-finding skills.
* Hold appropriate ICT industry certifications or demonstrate significant practical experience.
* Proven ability to influence staff and steer others toward successful task accomplishment, manage priorities and meet deadlines.
* Ability to engage and excel in both autonomous and team environments.
* Demonstrated customer focus in the delivery of third-level research ICT support services, including the ability to recognise client requirements, handle customer complaints and refer clients and/or work to other appropriate teams.
* A good understanding of and demonstrated experience in the application of ITIL principles and practices.
* Well-developed interpersonal, liaison and negotiation skills, including demonstrated ability to communicate accurately and effectively, both verbally and in writing, with clients, management, staff and other organisations.