Network Engineer

Police Bank is one of Australia’s fastest growing Mutual Banks. We are a progressive, purpose-driven financial institution, and we pride ourselves on offering a competitive range of financial products and services, all of which have been created with the needs of our members at front of mind.

We are seeking a talented and experienced Network Engineer to join our growing IT team. In this critical role, you’ll play a vital part in ensuring the security, stability, and performance of our network infrastructure, which supports all our banking operations.

About the Role

Firewall Management:

Design, implement, and manage firewall policies and configurations to protect network resources from external threats.
Conduct regular firewall rule reviews and audits to ensure compliance with security policies and standards.
Troubleshoot and resolve firewall-related issues and provide timely support for firewall incidents.

Network Design and Implementation:

Collaborate with the network team to design and deploy secure network architectures.
Implement and maintain network security solutions including firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and other security appliances.
Ensure network infrastructure is resilient, scalable, and capable of meeting organisational needs.

Security Monitoring and Response:

Monitor network traffic and firewall logs to detect and respond to potential security threats or breaches.
Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration tests to identify and mitigate security risks.
Develop and maintain incident response procedures for network and firewall-related incidents.

Documentation and Reporting:

Create and maintain detailed documentation for firewall configurations, network topologies, and security policies.
Generate regular reports on network performance, security incidents, and firewall activities.
Provide recommendations for improving network security and efficiency based on analysis and reports.

Collaboration and Training

Work closely with other IT teams to integrate firewall solutions with broader network infrastructure.
Provide training and guidance to junior network engineers and other staff on firewall best practices and security protocols.
Stay up-to-date with the latest firewall technologies, trends, and security threats.

About You

You have a minimum of 3-5 years of experience in network engineering with a strong focus on maintaining and the generation of firewalls– banking or financial services is ideal but we are open to candidates with network engineer experience from other industries.
You possess a strong understanding of network protocols (TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, etc.) and network security principles.
Proficiency across cloud technologies including Microsoft Azure
Previous experience across routing and switching as well as equipment installation and configuration
You’re proficient in network administration tools and technologies (Cisco, Juniper, etc.) and scripting languages (Python, Bash).
You have a keen eye for detail, excellent troubleshooting skills, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
You are a strong communicator and can clearly document technical issues and solutions

Why you’ll love us

Ready to Join Our Team? We encourage you to hit apply now! If you’re a highly motivated Network Engineer looking to make a difference, we encourage you to apply!on to detail and time management.

Make a real impact: Contribute to the development and implementation of innovative solutions that shape the future of banking.

Work in a collaborative and supportive environment: Learn from experienced professionals and be part of a team passionate about excellence.

Police Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital or disability status. This role is open to Australian and New Zealand Citizens and permanent residents only.

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