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P8-A - ICT System Administrator

Edinburgh, South Australia Job ID BOE/1833409A Category Boeing Defence Australia Post Date Jan. 13, 2025
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Job Description

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Location:
RAAF Base Edinburgh
Category:
Engineering / Technical
Position Type:
Permanent
Job Reference:
BOE/1833409A
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The opportunity

Boeing Defence Australia are seeking a Systems Administratorto join us and support the world class airborne surveillance, communications and maritime patrol system; the P-8A Poseidon. You will play a vital role in safeguarding a world class maritime, intelligence, surveillance and response aircraft in the P-8A Poseidon.

As a Systems Administrator, you will support IT Systems that are part of the P8-A Poseidon program, including flight and maintenance simulators, mission support and hardware configuration in a data centre environment.

Working in a purpose-built facility at RAAF Base Edinburgh, you will be responsible whilst on shift for managing, maintaining and supporting our IT systems and networks. You'll ensure reliability, performance and security of the systems whilst supporting our military customer.

Your well-developed communication skills, together with your ability to build exceptional stakeholder and customer relationships, will see you become an effective member of this multi-disciplinary team.

NOTE: This role works on a shiftwork pattern.


As a Systems Administrator at Boeing Defence Australia, your Key Responsibilities will be:

  • Install, configure, and maintain servers, networks, and other IT infrastructure components.
  • Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure optimal operation.
  • Implement security measures to safeguard sensitive data and protect against cyber threats.
  • Manage user accounts, permissions, and access controls.
  • Perform regular backups and disaster recovery operations.
  • Work with the customer Identify capabilities, practices and resources to provide effective product support and technical issue resolution.
  • Convey complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
  • Shift work may be required for this role (Early and Late Shift)


To be considered for this role you will have:

  • Demonstrated experience in a complex systems administration role.
  • Strong knowledge of operating systems (Windows, Linux, etc.) and server management.
  • Familiarity with networking concepts and protocols (CISCO,TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, etc.).
  • Experience with virtualization technologies (VMware)
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Experience with Netapp advantageous
  • Understanding of cyber security frameworks.


Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet Defence security requirements. Must hold a minimum NV1 clearance with the ability to obtain an NV2 clearance.

What's on offer?

BDA provides people, expertise, process and tools to manage aircraft design, repair and continuing airworthiness capabilities supporting program execution and growth opportunities. Forward looking, BDA has developed a Capability Plan to meet our defence customers' evolving needs, both in Australia and internationally.

Boeing values the health and wellbeing of our employees and offer true flexibility including working from home, compressed work weeks, and opportunities for part time arrangements, allowing you to balance your career with what is important to you outside of work.

Other benefits:

  • Work on cutting edge projects with opportunities to work across platforms.
  • Attractive remuneration and annual bonus.
  • Formal mentoring and training as well as on the job learning.
  • Formal reward and recognition program.
  • Access discounts for health insurance, travel and accommodation.
  • Paid study leave, paid parental leave and Defence leave.
  • Salary packaging options available.
  • Health and wellbeing benefits including annual flu vaccinations and Employee Assistance Program.
  • Social and community groups.


BDA works with strong links with our global Boeing community and we strongly encourage collaboration with our international counterparts.

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Female applicants, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent and veterans are encouraged to apply.


Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.

We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world’s most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are proud members of the Valuable 500 and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.

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