An excellent opportunity has become available for a highly motivated and passionate Linux Administrator to join the Network Gateway Operations Team.
As a Linux Administrator, you will be responsible for the build and maintenance of Linux systems and provide complex platform and security services to infrastructure, products and services supplied and operated by Telstra.
Due to the nature of the work applicants MUST have an active AGSVA Baseline Clearance at a minimum to be eligible with the ability to obtain a Negative Vetting (NV1) security clearance.Your key responsibilities and major tasks include, but are not limited toBuild and maintenance Linux based systemsProvide L2 and L3 systems administration for Linux platforms providing gateway functionalityOperating System and Application ConfigurationPerformance MonitoringIncident resolutionAssist with automation of day-to-day tasksPrepare process documentation to support the Linux environment, provide input into and maintain technical documentationProvide support to other areas of the business as needed from time to timeParticipate in 24 / 7 on-call roster as requiredEnough about us, let's talk about you. To hit the ground running we are looking for individuals who can confidently demonstrate the followingIntermediate to advanced level Linux based system administration activities including high level troubleshooting in a complex gateway environmentProficient in at least one or two scripting languages EG : Shell, Python, Perl.Working knowledge of server orchestration tools such as ansible, docker and KubernetesKnowledge of GIT, GITLAB and CI / CD workflowsExperience performing complex incident investigation and customer restorationsKnowledge and experience in supporting and troubleshooting networking services and protocols such as : TCP / IP, DNS, NFS, LDAP, FTP, SSH, SNMP, SSL and SMTPOur perks & benefitsWork-life integration - we understand life happens when you're busy making other plans, so we offer flexibility around where, and when you work.16 weeks paid parental leave for primary and secondary carers.Professional development program.An epic (free) Telstra mobile phone plan.Laptop / Device allowance renewed every 2 years.Purchased Annual Leave scheme.Discounted Telstra products and services.We fully embrace flexibility and choice at Telstra and it's as unique as you. We believe every role can flex in some way and encourage you to work where, when, and how you are most engaged, safe, and productive. Talk to us about how a role could be flexible for you!_On the cusp of the next technological transformation in the digital world, Telstra has and continues to be at the forefront of local and global innovation. Come disrupt and lead the industry as we build the networks for the future and push the boundaries of what's possible with technology.We're after the right blend of experience and enthusiasm and look for cultural add, rather than cultural fit. We benefit from the unique gifts and backgrounds of each person in our business and push for diversity of thought in all we do.