Senior Systems Administrator

Together we shape thriving communities, public spaces, places and economies.

• Join a dynamic team, leading exciting projects


• Fixed-term opportunity (2 years)


• Office location - Parramatta, with other NSW locations considered upon application


• Salary relative to experience and ranges from $120,859 to 133,183 plus super

What’s in it for me?

Join our team for a fantastic culture with dynamic collaboration and genuine long-term career support. We offer flexibility in work arrangements, diverse and fulfilling assignments, and prioritize work/life balance and wellbeing with initiatives like flex leave and access to support programs. Additionally, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and empowered to succeed.

The role

The Senior Systems Administrator plays a crucial role in enhancing and supporting the organisation’s systems. In this role, you will be responsible for managing system configuration and design, participating in user-testing, and working closely with vendors to translate business needs into technical specifications. This role involves monitoring system performance, identifying risks, and developing risk management plans to ensure optimal system functionality and compliance with governance requirements.

You will lead the development of technical expertise, identify and address system issues, and maintain effective communication with internal clients. The Senior Systems Administrator oversees coaching and training of internal super users, providing the necessary guides and technical materials to meet current and future workforce planning needs.

For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Systems Administrator

What you will bring to the role

• Expert knowledge of Microsoft Active Directory including Azure active directory cloud services, multi-domain management in a federated environment, modern authentication, file sharing management and administration, with demonstrated experience in maintaining the operational security and integrity of these services to meet security compliance standards and industry best practice.


• Experience in modern web-based client management tools, InTune, Configuration Service Providers and Azure monitor


• Experience in managing Microsoft windows server services, RADIUS, Remote access, DHCP, Enterprise CA, DNS and network device enrolment services


• Sound understanding of managing, supporting and troubleshooting Windows server 2022 OS platform


• Experience in creation and maintenance of system and procedure documentation


• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively convey ideas and collaborate with team members and customers alike


• Relevant industry certifications desirable but not essential

About us

The Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) improves the liveability and prosperity of NSW. To achieve this, we: create vibrant, productive spaces and precincts; manage lands, assets and property effectively and deliver affordable and diverse housing. We strive to be a high-performing, world-class public service organisation that celebrates and reflects the full diversity of the community we serve and builds the cultural capability of our department to improve outcomes with and for Aboriginal people, communities and entities. 

We are an inclusive and accessible workplace, where your individual contributions are valued, and where everyone is encouraged to feel a sense of connection and belonging. DPHI supports various employee affinity groups, practices flexible working, offers job share and workplace adjustments.

Join us

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Applications close Sunday 13^th October 2024 at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Saeed Ahmad, Senior Systems Administrator - Team Lead on Saeed.Ahmad@environment.nsw.gov.au or 0455 821 619.

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment. 

If we can make adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team on diversity@dpie.nsw.gov.au. If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander check out our Aboriginal guide to applying for a role.