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Senior Network Solution Architect

Babcock • Full-time • Keswick, SA, AU • 1d ago

Career development opportunities
Competitive rewards and benefits
Flexible working options

About the Role

As a Senior Network Solution Architect, you will play a key role in supporting the sustainment and evolution of the Defence High Frequency Communication System (DHFCS) and the Enhanced Defence High Frequency Communication System (EDHFCS).

Working within a highly technical and mission-critical environment, you will define requirements, develop network architecture designs, and support the integration, implementation and ongoing sustainment of complex Defence communication networks across geographically diverse locations.

You will collaborate closely with Systems Engineers, Cyber Security specialists, vendors and Defence stakeholders to deliver robust, secure and supportable network solutions across multiple security domains.

This role will see you contribute to technical documentation, security accreditation activities, deployment procedures and network budget calculations, while ensuring all solutions align with Defence standards, contractual obligations and WHS requirements.

About You

With extensive experience in network architecture and infrastructure design, you bring a strong understanding of complex enterprise or Defence communication networks and the challenges of operating within secure, mission-critical environments.

Exposure to multi-domain networks, systems integration and Defence security frameworks such as the ISM will be highly regarded, along with the ability to interpret vendor best practices and translate them into practical, supportable solutions.

Success in this role requires strong analytical thinking, collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams and engage confidently with customers, vendors and technical stakeholders.

A proactive approach, attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes will see you thrive while contributing to innovation, continuous improvement and the ongoing sustainment of a critical Defence capability.

To be successful in this position you will bring:

A good understanding of Defence system engineering lifecycles and procedures.
Extensive experience working within a Defence or Commercial environment.
Demonstrated experience in design and the deployment of Cyber and Cisco security toolsets.
General understanding of the Systems Engineering process.
Previous success in Defence ICT projects including dealing with CoA stakeholders.
Experience working within Defence Technical Regulatory Frameworks.

Your future at Babcock – what we offer you

We provide an agile work environment where you’re able to work onsite and remotely, and to set you up for this we provide a laptop and working from home kit if required, in addition we offer compressed hours which can provide you even more flexibility;
Our work life integration policy brings together leave entitlements which include annual leave, wellbeing leave, volunteer leave, paid parental leave, defence reservist leave plus more;
We will provide you with a supportive and engaging environment where you can grow your career, supported by our capability framework plus ongoing access to self-led learning modules through LinkedIn Learning and access to study leave;
You’ll have access to beRewarded which will provide you with endless discounts across retail, health, entertainment, travel and much more, plus novated leasing options and corporate shares plan;
Your wellbeing is supported through our online wellbeing program Munch, Mind, Move, Money, access to our employee assistance program plus wellbeing leave;
You’ll be able to participate in our weRecognise program which is an opportunity to recognise the outstanding work our people do each and every day in living our principles which are Be kind, Collaborate, Be Curious, Think Outcomes, Be Courageous and Own & Deliver.

Who we are

Babcock International Group, the aerospace and defence company, has been trusted to deliver bespoke, highly skilled engineering services for over a century.

Across Australia and New Zealand, Babcock has grown to a team of over 1,500 talented people, and we are on a path of continued growth and expansion.

We operate across sectors such as defence, commercial marine, aviation, airports, communications, emergency services and engineering consultancy.

Some of the programs our team across Australia and New Zealand are proud to be a part of involve:

Providing emergency medical and search & rescue aviation services through our Aviation & Critical Services business;
Designing and supporting key systems for submarines and surface ships through our Marine business;
Providing fleet wide through life support and asset management services for Navy customers; • Managing critical assets for a range of sectors through our Mission & Support Systems business.

So, if you would like to join us and help create a safe and secure world, together, please apply via the ‘Apply Now’ button below.

To learn more about us visit www.babcock.com.au

We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds and experience however, due to the defence orientation of this role, the successful candidate must be eligible to obtain an appropriate level of Commonwealth Personnel Security Clearance, as defined in the AGSVA guidelines.

Please note, should your application progress you may be required to complete pre-employment checks. These checks may include but not limited to, reference checks, police check, security check, qualifications and right to work.

Babcock Australasia is a Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant.

Req #73812