" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eNetwork Engineer/Architect (12mos Fixed Term Contract/Onsite)\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"10256\"\u003e Information \u0026amp; Communication Technology \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"10257\"\u003e Networks \u0026amp; Systems Administration \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"10258\"\u003e Australian Capital Territory \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"10260\"\u003e Canberra \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"10259\"\u003e Full Time \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 12/11/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eThe Role\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe are seeking an experienced Senior Network Integration Architect to support the delivery of a major Satellite Communications (SATCOM) capability.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing and assuring the network and infrastructure architecture required to integrate space, ground, control, terminal, commercial and partner-provided capabilities across complex ICT environments.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e You will play a key role in defining how SATCOM services connect securely across multiple networks, ensuring the required architecture, infrastructure, security controls and connectivity are in place to support operational requirements.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Working closely with network authorities, service providers, suppliers and technical stakeholders, you will coordinate network integration activities and ensure services can be securely provisioned, monitored, maintained and operated as part of an enterprise-wide SATCOM capability.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eKey Responsibilities\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eDevelop and maintain network and infrastructure architecture designs to support the integration of SATCOM capabilities into existing ICT environments.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDefine network boundaries, interfaces, routing, IP addressing, terrestrial backhaul, gateway connectivity and security-zone requirements across multiple networks.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDesign and assess network connectivity requirements involving firewalls, proxies, hosting infrastructure, gateways and associated security controls.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCoordinate network integration activities across network authorities, service providers, suppliers, system owners and operational stakeholders.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAssess network performance, availability, resilience, capacity and monitoring requirements to ensure reliable and secure SATCOM service delivery.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIdentify network dependencies, integration risks, technical constraints and potential capability gaps, providing recommendations and mitigation strategies.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDevelop network architecture documentation, interface definitions, technical specifications, integration plans and network design documentation.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDefine network integration and testing requirements to support system verification, service acceptance and operational readiness.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProvide technical advice and recommendations to support procurement activities, solution design decisions and capability acceptance.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEnsure network architectures align with relevant ICT requirements, security standards, operational needs and accreditation requirements.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupport the secure provisioning, monitoring, troubleshooting and ongoing operation of integrated SATCOM services.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout You\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou are an experienced Network Architect or Senior Network Engineer with a strong background in designing and integrating complex enterprise network environments. You have the ability to translate technical and operational requirements into practical network architecture solutions and are comfortable coordinating integration activities across multiple organisations and technical teams.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e You will ideally bring:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eDemonstrated experience designing and integrating secure enterprise networks across commercial, government, cloud, deployable or operational ICT environments.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong understanding of network architecture, including routing, IP addressing, network segmentation, terrestrial backhaul, gateways, firewalls, proxies and security zones.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience integrating complex network environments involving multiple service providers, technology vendors, system owners and delivery organisations.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eKnowledge of network performance, availability, resilience, capacity planning, monitoring and service assurance.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience developing technical architecture documentation, interface specifications, network integration designs, test requirements and technical recommendations.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAbility to identify network integration challenges, assess technical risks and develop solutions that meet security, operational and business requirements.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with technical teams, suppliers and senior stakeholders.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAbility to support technical assessments, procurement decisions, system integration and capability acceptance activities.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDesirable Experience:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eFamiliarity with large-scale enterprise network architecture and complex ICT integration environments.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience with terrestrial communications networks and commercial SATCOM gateways.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExposure to Satellite Communications Points of Presence (PoPs).\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience working with secure, mission-critical or government ICT environments.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePrevious involvement in SATCOM, telecommunications, space-based communications or mission-critical network integration projects.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eActive NV1 clearance or ability to obtain.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e If you\u0027re interested, share your updated CV to \u003cstrong\u003eEllie Ardeza\u003c/strong\u003e at \u003cstrong\u003eellie@nbridge.com.au\u003c/strong\u003e or call \u003cstrong\u003e0484 017 910\u003c/strong\u003e. \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=\"4486025\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "