" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eSenior Network Engineer - Cisco\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"20502\"\u003e ICT, Digital \u0026amp; Technology \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"20503\"\u003e Network Engineer, NOC Engineer \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"20504\"\u003e Auckland \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"20505\"\u003e Permanent \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 9/10/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eHands-on Cisco engineering across complex, business-critical networks\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eVaried infrastructure upgrades, troubleshooting and technical leadership\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePermanent Auckland role with flexibility and professional development\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e We\u0027re working with a large, established organisation seeking a Senior Network Engineer to support and enhance its extensive network environment.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith infrastructure spread across multiple locations, this is an opportunity to work on business-critical systems, contribute to network improvements and bring fresh technical expertise to an established engineering team.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e You\u0027ll join at an important time, with a focus on strengthening engineering capability, improving network reliability and progressing infrastructure upgrades and refresh initiatives.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhat you\u0027ll be doing\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a genuinely hands-on role combining complex troubleshooting, infrastructure support and technical implementation. You\u0027ll split your time between desk-based engineering activities and onsite work across datacentres and operational facilities.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eYour responsibilities will include:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eTroubleshooting and resolving complex networking issues across Cisco-based infrastructure.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eInstalling, configuring, maintaining and upgrading network switches, routers and associated equipment.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupporting network refresh programmes, infrastructure improvements and remediation activities.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eReviewing technical designs and collaborating with solution designers to ensure successful implementation.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProviding technical guidance, mentoring and knowledge-sharing to other network engineers.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupporting the reliability, performance and availability of business-critical network infrastructure.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eParticipating in a paid on-call roster.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhat you\u0027ll bring\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe\u0027re looking for a resourceful, technically capable engineer who enjoys working through complex problems and finding practical solutions.\u003cbr\u003e You\u0027ll bring:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStrong hands-on Cisco routing and switching experience, supported by an existing Cisco certification\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIdeally five or more years\u0027 experience working with Cisco networking technologies in complex enterprise environments.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSound knowledge of networking protocols, including BGP, OSPF and IPSec VPNs.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePractical experience working in datacentres, including physical installation, configuration and troubleshooting of network equipment.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDemonstrated experience resolving complex network faults and supporting critical infrastructure.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe confidence to work independently while mentoring and supporting other engineers.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA full, clean driver\u0027s licence.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e Experience with \u003cstrong\u003eJuniper, Palo Alto firewalls or network automation tools\u003c/strong\u003e would be advantageous but is not essential.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhat\u0027s on offer\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eA varied, hands-on senior engineering role within a large, complex network environment.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExposure to significant infrastructure upgrades and network improvement initiatives.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe opportunity to bring new ideas, influence technical practices and support a growing engineering team.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOngoing learning and professional development opportunities.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA collaborative team and supportive leadership.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFlexible working arrangements where operational requirements allow.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAdditional remuneration for participation in an on-call roster.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eLocation and requirements\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a permanent Auckland-based role, with regular travel between offices, datacentres and operational facilities. Due to the hands-on nature of the position, onsite presence is required, although flexibility is available.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Applicants must be eligible to obtain a high-level security clearance. This generally requires a continuous, checkable history in a Five Eyes country (NZ, Australia, UK, US or Canada) for\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003eat least\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;the last 15 years, or since age 18 where applicable.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Interested? If you\u0027re an experienced Network Engineer looking for a challenging role where you can contribute your technical expertise and make a genuine impact, we\u0027d love to hear from you.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e#SCR-\u003c/strong\u003ekelly-cappel \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"apply\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"back-link\" href=\"#\" title=\"Back to search results\"\u003eBack to search results\u003c/a\u003e \u003cinput type=\"button\" class=\"ja-button\" data-job-id=\"2001140\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "