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Principal Network Security Architect

Sydney, New South WalesFull-time2026-10-12 → 2026-10-22
HybridSecurity clearance required

Core

Lead the design and delivery of a Cisco EVPN-VXLAN fabric build across two data centres for a government-backed critical infrastructure organisation.

Role type

Principal Network Security Architect (Contract)

Builds

Secure, resilient, and scalable network fabric supporting critical government infrastructure and applications

Domain

Cyber Security Networks / Critical Infrastructure

Required skills

Cisco switched EVPN-VXLAN fabric design and implementation, routing and switching, Next Generation Firewalls, Network Access Control (NAC), public cloud, Application Delivery Controllers (ADC), secure network design, as-built documentation, incident troubleshooting, technology roadmap development

Preferred skills

Cyber security and cyber risk trends knowledge, stakeholder engagement, operational escalation support

Technologies

Cisco, EVPN-VXLAN, Next Generation Firewalls, NAC, ADC

Responsibilities

Complete detailed design and implementation of Cisco switched EVPN-VXLAN fabric between two data centres, Migrate critical applications from legacy network to new fabric, Collaborate with third-party vendors and client stakeholders, Provide operational escalation support to NOC and SOC teams, Support business during and after cutover, Act as Network Security SME within project teams

Seniority

Principal, hands-on IC