Senior IT Systems Administrator (Canberra)

Senior IT Systems Administrator This is an exciting prospect to work in a hands‑on enterprise infrastructure role supporting critical IT systems and services. You will work across server, storage, and backup technologies, including Pure Storage, NetApp, and Rubrik, helping to maintain the stability, performance, and reliability of core infrastructure platforms. Full‑time, permanent role based in Canberra or Sydney (preferred), Melbourne or Brisbane. The successful candidate must hold an NV1 security clearance or higher. Responsibilities
- Administer and support enterprise server, storage, and backup infrastructure environments.
- Manage and maintain storage platforms including Pure Storage and NetApp.
- Administer backup and recovery solutions, including Rubrik.
- Monitor system performance, capacity, and operational health across infrastructure platforms.
- Perform system maintenance, upgrades, patching, and lifecycle activities.
- Diagnose and resolve complex technical incidents and infrastructure issues.
- Support virtualised environments and associated infrastructure services.
- Maintain system security, backup integrity, and operational compliance standards.
- Contribute to incident, problem, and change management activities.
- Maintain accurate technical documentation, procedures, and operational runbooks.
- Collaborate with internal IT teams and vendors to support operational outcomes.
- Provide technical guidance and support to team members as required. Qualifications
- NV1 security clearance.
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or a related discipline, or equivalent industry experience.
- Experience administering enterprise Windows and/or Linux environments.
- Hands‑on experience with enterprise storage platforms such as Pure Storage or NetApp.
- Experience with backup and recovery technologies, ideally Rubrik.
- Experience supporting virtualised infrastructure environments.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage operational priorities.
- Understanding of enterprise infrastructure and operational support processes. Perks
- A workplace culture certified as a Great Place To Work.
- Flexible working.
- Competitive salary (including annual reviews).
- Paid parental leave.
- Income protection.
- Corporate rewards.
- Salary packaging / Novated leasing.
- Employee stock purchase plans.
- Flu shots, skin checks and discounted private health insurance.
- Career development: Online learning, mentorship and career pathways. All candidates will be required to hold and maintain an active NV1 Defence Security Clearance . Only candidates holding an NV1 Clearance or above should apply. 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) applies. Notice to Third Parties/Recruitment Agencies: KBR Australia does not accept unsolicited resumes or any liability associated with fees or costs from recruitment agencies, search firms or third parties who have not been engaged directly on this job opportunity. Candidates interested in applying are welcome to submit their application online. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3qf31f