Senior Systems Engineer, Technology (2 Year fixed term contract)

APRA has an exciting agenda that focusses on Modernising its prudential architecture, Transforming our technology and data, and Cultivating an agile and engaged organisation. To support this strategy, APRA IT has focussed on building capabilities to support a range of systems and services which are expertly delivered with a strong focus on cyber security and resilience. An opportunity for experienced Senior Systems Engineers has emerged to join the Technology department. For the right candidates, it is a chance to make a real difference.

The Role

As part APRA’s vision, we are seeking two Senior Systems Engineer to join the Core Infrastructure team.

This opportunity will see you be part of the BAU work to build knowledge and understanding of APRA before being a key person involved in the IT Security and Privacy program of work. You will be supporting the configuration, implementation, maintenance, and administration of Infrastructure components such as compute, storage, security, and networking deployed at APRA. 

The Team

Reporting to the Infrastructure Manager within the Technology division, you will be a key member of the Core Infrastructure team. Partnering with internal stakeholders of all levels across the business including the Head of Central Services and the CIO. 

Key accountabilities

You will be part of a team who are involved in making recommendations regarding the development of new and innovative solutions to current IT related issues. 

• Delivery of projects, both working autonomously and part of a larger group;
• Perform maintenance patching activities as required;
• Identify and remediate Cyber related issues and vulnerabilities relating to any Infrastructure components;
• Converged Infrastructure implementation, configuration, and maintenance;
• Storage hardware implementation, configuration, and maintenance;
• Design, deploy and maintain infrastructure solutions and components based on the needs of the Technology department, wider APRA organisation and best practices;
• Secure administration (and the implementation of it);
• Create, update, and maintain documentation for the Infrastructure solutions as they evolve;
• Afterhours maintenance activities.

About you

• Deep knowledge and understanding of the latest software and hardware equipment and systems, HPE Hardware, Virtualised/cloud environments;
• Specific skills and exposure to: Microsoft Windows Server Operating systems including Group Policy, Windows Active Directory, DNS, ADFS; Linux Operating Systems; VMware virtualisation stack including vCenter, SRM, Lifecycle Manager, and ESX; Microsoft Azure Cloud; Anti-Virus Tools; Exposure to Enterprise Monitoring Tools such as Microsoft System Centre solutions, Oracle Enterprise Manager and SolarWinds;
• Exposure to the following preferred but not essential: Tidal scheduler; Enterprise patching solutions such as Ansible and WSUS; PAM Solutions such as CyberArk;
• Experience with utilising PowerShell to automate activities and seek efficiencies;
• Skills and exposure across Microsoft SQL and Oracle Database administration;
• Experience and knowledge of working within the ACSC Essential 8/ISM and PSPF;
• Existing Baseline security clearance (or higher) or be eligible to complete a Baseline security clearance.

About APRA

The Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) places you at the heart of Australia’s financial services industry. APRA serves the Australian community by helping ensure financial institutions deliver on the financial commitments they make, within a stable, efficient, and competitive financial system.

At APRA we’re committed to providing an inclusive workplace where everyone belongs, feels valued and respected. We aspire to attract and foster diversity of background, thought, and experience, recognising that a broad range of perspectives, approaches and ideas makes us stronger, and better enables us to meet our obligation to protect the financial wellbeing of the Australian community. When applying, please inform us of any adjustments you may need during the interview process.