System Adminstrator

  • Posted20 April 2026
  • SalaryNegotiable
  • LocationSydney
  • Job type Temporary
  • Discipline ICT
  • ReferenceTR/063145_1776664158

Job description

System Administrator

Contract: Now - EOFY + 12-month extension extremely likely
Location: Canberra (on-site)

We're looking for a System Administrator to support a Defence environment. You'll be responsible for maintaining secure, stable, and high-performing infrastructure across systems, networks, and virtual platforms.


What you'll be doing

  • Maintain and support Windows Server 2022 and RHEL 8 environments
  • Manage Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and Group Policy
  • Support VMware & Hyper-V virtual environments
  • Administer Veeam backups and support disaster recovery activities
  • Configure and troubleshoot Cisco networks and FortiGate firewalls
  • Support LAN/WAN/VPN infrastructure with a focus on uptime and security
  • Monitor systems, apply patches, and optimise performance
  • Automate tasks using PowerShell and Bash
  • Provide Tier 2/3 support and contribute to documentation
  • Work with stakeholders and vendors across incidents and change processes

What you'll bring

  • 5+ years' experience in Systems Administration
  • Strong Windows and/or Linux (RHEL) background
  • Hands-on experience with virtualisation, backup, and networking technologies
  • Solid understanding of TCP/IP, routing, switching, and VPNs
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

All applications should include your resume as a word document.

For more information, visit our website, www.kinexus.com.au or contact James Griffiths on 03 9982 0314.

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