Network Engineer

5 days ago

Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand Robert Half Technology Full time NZ$80,000 - NZ$120,000 per year

The Company

This is an internationally recognised leader in manufacturing, operating on a global scale while staying true to its Kiwi family business values. This unique approach gives employees the best of both worlds-long-term security and global opportunities, combined with a supportive, close-knit culture.

Enjoy working away from the hustle and bustle of the CBD in a beautiful countryside location, while contributing to projects that impact operations worldwide. With huge project pipelines and a commitment to innovation, this is your chance to join a team that's shaping the future of industrial technology.

The Role

Reporting to the Network & Security Project Manager, you'll play a key role in delivering exciting new projects, including a major network security initiative focused on operational technology (OT) environments.

You'll work closely with a tight-knit team of five in NZ, collaborating with global teams led out of Australia. Your responsibilities include:

  • Implementing, monitoring, and managing local and wide area networks for maximum uptime.
  • Supporting system configurations, documenting installations, and managing upgrades.
  • Maintaining and improving existing network infrastructure.
  • Participating in an on-call roster (1 in every 4-5 weeks) for a 24/7 operational site.

This is an onsite role with flexibility in working hours to allow for avoiding traffic.

What You'll Bring

  • 3-5 years of networking experience in enterprise environments.
  • Advanced skills in Cisco Networking (switching, routing, security solutions).
  • Strong knowledge of FortiGate Firewalls (configuration, management, troubleshooting).
  • Expertise in industrial network security, OT/IT convergence, and segmentation strategies.
  • Familiarity with PERA Model and security zone design (Levels 0-4).
  • Ability to troubleshoot complex network issues and optimize performance.
  • Experience with SCADA/HMI environments and security policy implementation.
  • Strong documentation skills.

Certifications

  • Cisco CCNP (Enterprise/Security) or equivalent experience.
  • Fortinet NSE 4+ or equivalent FortiGate experience.
  • CCNA (required).

Experience with Operational Technology (OT) network implementation is highly advantageous.

How to apply

Please send your resume in Microsoft Word format by clicking on the apply button or for further information, contact Camilla Hamilton or Ondrej Litavsky in our Auckland office on

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