Title:
Senior ICT Systems Administrator
Your KBR future – delivering solutions and changing the world
About KBR:
We are a company of innovators, thinkers, creators, explorers, volunteers and dreamers who all share one goal — to improve the world.
KBR delivers science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 34,000 people performing diverse, complex, and mission-critical roles in 33 countries.
For 65 years, KBR and its heritage companies are proud to have delivered some of Australia’s largest and most complex projects.
With around 2,000 employees in 6 primary offices throughout Australia, we are committed to social and environmental sustainability and delivering projects with a digital mindset driving innovation within our business and for our customers.
We help ensure mission success on land, in the air, at sea, in space and cyberspace for our defence customers. From individual technologies and services to comprehensive project delivery and mission execution, no other company can match the breadth and depth of KBR.
KBR comprises a diverse team who provide a broad spectrum of capabilities across Australia and the Asia Pacific. Our proven project teams readily address complex and multi-disciplinary activities, providing low-risk and cost-effective solutions to the defence force.
Learn more about our business here.
The Opportunity:
As the ICT Systems Administrator, you will focus on successfully supporting the administration of Joint Electronic Warfare Operational Support unit ICT networks, for building the value of the KEY-team brand with the client and maximising the opportunities for business growth within the operating rules applicable to the MSP. You will closely coordinate and align with other EWIS-JA Projects, as well as the capability manager, to achieve success.
Responsibilities
Support the Commonwealth with their Network tasks
Support the implementation of a network performance monitoring system
Assist with the upgrade of Linux systems
Assist with the administration of Virtualisation environments
Assist with the upgrade of desktop imaging system
Support the upgrade of JIRA-based services
Support the upgrade of network auditing systems
Assist with the upgrade of core hardware
Support the implementation of logging systems
Assist with the upgrade of network security
Support the update of system documentation
Support the implementation of end-point security and white-listing systems
Support knowledge transfer to and mentoring of permanent SMU staff
Qualifications, Skills and Experience
4 years’ minimum experience in a similar role
Possess relevant ICT qualifications in network administration
JIRA Expert
VMWare administrator
Storage (NetApp) administrator
SQLServer administrator and experience with other databases would be advantageous
Windows administrator
Excellent problem solving and troubleshooting skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Excellent communication and customer service skills
Demonstrated stakeholder engagement experience
An understanding of Electronic Warfare
Defence experience (Uniformed, APS or Contractor)
AGSVA security clearance – NV 2 (minimum – with ability to obtain TSPV is required)
Other Competencies
Capability of working under broad direction
Takes responsibility for their deliverables
Influencing project direction through their contribution
An ability to apply fundamental ICT / Engineering critical thinking to problem solving
Experience in operating within a team environment
Ability to priorities work and work in a flexible delivery environment
Location: RAAF Base Edinburgh, SA (on site 4 days a week dependent on network access and role requirements)
Benefits of KBR
A workplace culture certified as a Great Place To Work (Aus, India, UK & US)
Flexible working conditions
Competitive salary (including annual reviews)
Paid Parental leave
Paid Reservist leave
Income protection
Corporate rewards
Salary packaging/Novated leasing
Discounted employee stock purchase plans
Flu shots, skin checks and private health insurance discounts
Career development: Online learning, mentorship and career pathways
KBR acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia and their continuing connections to land, sea, community and culture. We pay our respects to Elders past and present.
As a Major Service Provider of the Australian Defence Force, an AGSVA security clearance will be required and compliance to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). As such, our hiring decisions are based on the key requirements of each role and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and experiences.
