Senior Network Engineer (NetScaler) – NV1 Cleared – Daily Rate Contract
Location: Melbourne (Hybrid)Contract: Daily Rate (6–12 months)Clearance: Active NV1 required
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Senior Network Engineer with strong Citrix NetScaler (ADC) expertise to join a high-performing team delivering secure, mission-critical environments within a Federal Government or defence-aligned program.
This is a hands‐on contract role suited to someone who thrives in complex, security‐sensitive environments and is comfortable working across infrastructure, security, and application delivery teams.
Key Responsibilities
* Design, implement, configure, and optimise Citrix NetScaler / ADC environments
* Manage load balancing, SSL offloading, GSLB, and traffic optimisation
* Support high‐availability and disaster recovery configurations
* Perform upgrades, patching, and performance tuning
* Troubleshoot complex network and application delivery issues
* Ensure compliance with security and governance standards aligned to secure environments
* Produce high‐quality technical documentation and operational handover material
* Work closely with security, cloud, and infrastructure teams to ensure seamless integration
Required Experience & Skills
* Active NV1 Security Clearance (mandatory)
* Extensive hands‐on experience with Citrix NetScaler (ADC)
* Strong knowledge of:
o Load balancing (L4/L7)
o SSL/TLS configuration and certificate management
o GSLB
o Authentication policies
* Solid networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, routing, firewalls)
* Experience working in highly secure or regulated environments
* Strong troubleshooting and incident management skills
* Excellent stakeholder communication skills
Desirable
* Experience within Federal Government or defence environments
* Exposure to F5, Fortinet, Palo Alto, or Cisco networking
* Experience integrating NetScaler with Citrix Virtual Apps & Desktops
* Automation experience (PowerShell, Python, Ansible)
What's on Offer
* Competitive daily rate
* High‐profile, security‐cleared program of work
* Hybrid working arrangement
* Opportunity to work in a technically mature and security‐focused environment
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