Network and Computing Technician - SKA Low Telescope

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Date: 3 Sep 2024

Location: Geraldton, WA, AU

Company: CSIRO

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The opportunity

The SKA Observatory (SKAO) is a next-generation radio astronomy facility that will revolutionise our understanding of the Universe and the laws of fundamental physics. Enabled by cutting-edge technology, it promises to have a major impact on society, in science and beyond.

 

In Australia, the SKAO is collaborating with CSIRO to operate and support the construction of the low frequency telescope (SKA-Low) in remote Western Australia on Wajarri Yamaji Country.

 

The Traditional Owners and native title holders, the Wajarri Yamaji, have gifted CSIRO with the traditional name Inyarrimanha Ilgari Bundara for the CSIRO Murchison Radio-astronomy Observatory, home to the SKA-Low telescope. The traditional name means ‘sharing sky and stars’ in the Wajarri language.

 

The Network and Computing Technician will support all related installation, configuration, maintenance and support activities for the SKA-Low Telescope computing and network infrastructure in Geraldton and at the Telescope site.

 

This role will require a willingness and ability to travel to the remote telescope site, interstate and internationally as required, noting we work hard to accommodate personal arrangements.

Your duties will include:

  • Assist in the deployment, configuration, and support of computing and software platforms and networking infrastructure for the SKA-Low Telescope at the Engineering Operations Centre (EOC) and at the SKA Low Telescope Construction site. 

  • Provide technical support for the wider Information and Communications Technology (ICT) services including performing incident response and supporting communications, network, and presentation technologies. 

  • Support the installation and verification of the networking and computing infrastructure.

  • Work with, and support, IT and Networking team members to identify and define hardware, software, and system level issues in the network and computing infrastructure.

  • Support and maintain asset and configuration management records for the installations.

 

Location:     Geraldton, Western Australia

Salary:         AU$93,267 - AU$105,517 plus 15.4% superannuation

Tenure:        Indefinite – Full-Time, Part-Time or Job-Share

Reference:  97740

To be considered you will need:

Essential

  • A relevant Certificate, Diploma or equivalent training and experience in IT, Networks and Computing.

  • Proven ability to investigate and troubleshoot IT and networking problems and identify available solutions.

  • Demonstrable hands on experience in installation and maintenance of computing and network equipment and services.

  • Previous experience in administering macOS/Windows workstations and associated hardware.

  • Demonstrable commitment to safe work practices.

 

Desirable

  • Relevant experience in a Cisco environment and have or be willing to obtain Cisco certification, such as CCNA.

  • Experience in administering and maintaining Windows Server Active Directory environments, and Linux application server administration, computer hardware, virtualisation and/or data centre infrastructure management, particularly in remote and distributed locations.     

  • Knowledge and/or background with IT Service Management disciplines and Frameworks such as ITIL and/or Site Reliability Engineering (SRE).

  • Experience of working with system authentication, authorisation, and accounting (AAA).   

 

CSIRO is an Equal Opportunity employer working hard to recruit world-class talent that represents the diversity across our society. As part of our commitment to equitable employment outcomes for under-represented groups, preference will be given to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who meet the role criteria. CSIRO conscious inclusion practices are intended to constitute a special/equal opportunity/affirmative measure under section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth).

 

For Full details about this role, please review the Position Description

 

Eligibility

Applications for this position are open to Australian/New Zealand Citizens and Australian Permanent Residents. Appointment to this role is subject to provision of a national police check and may be subject to other security/medical/character requirements.

Flexible working arrangements

We work flexibly at CSIRO, offering a range of options for how, when and where you work. 

 

CSIRO and the SKA Observatory value and respect difference, and we are committed to building an inclusive culture by creating an environment where you can balance a successful career with your commitments and interests outside of work. We believe that you will do your best at work if you have a work / life balance. We are open to discussing flexible working opportunities with this role being offered on a full-time, part-time or job share basis. Please raise your preference in your application.

Diversity and inclusion

We are working hard to recruit people representing the diversity across our society, and ensure that all our people feel supported to do their best work and feel empowered to let their ideas flourish. 

About CSIRO

At CSIRO Australia's national science agency, we solve the greatest challenges through innovative science and technology. We put the safety and wellbeing of our people above all else and earn trust everywhere because we only deal in facts. We collaborate widely and generously and deliver solutions with real impact. 

 

CSIRO is committed to values-based leadership to inspire performance and unlock the potential of our people.

 

Join us and start creating tomorrow today!

How to apply

To apply for this role, please apply on-line providing your CV, and a Cover Letter clearly addressing the essential criteria of this role and your motivation for applying. Under CSIRO policy, only those who are able to demonstrate how they can meet the essential criteria may be appointed

Applications close

6 OCTOBER 2024, 11:59pm AWST