Senior Systems Engineer

This role is based in Darwin, Northern Territory.

Are you an experienced Systems Engineer ready to take the next step in your career? NEC Australia is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to join our team in Darwin on a permanent basis.

About the role

The Senior Systems Engineer will design, implement and support enterprise level infrastructure solutions across a large-scale IT environment. They will utilise strong analytical skills, problem solving techniques and structured analysis to troubleshoot and resolve infrastructure-based issues. The Senior Systems Engineer will perform root cause analysis of problems, respond to incidents, fulfill service requests and action Change and Problem requests.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, maintain, and optimise infrastructure performance, availability, and system health
• Implement and support Microsoft, Linux, virtualisation, and cloud platforms
• Manage incidents, outages, and on-call support, including root cause analysis and resolution
• Maintain core systems including servers, backups, patching, security compliance, and disaster recovery
• Provide L2 technical support and collaborate with vendors, third parties, and internal teams
• Drive automation, capacity planning, continuous improvement, and support project delivery and system integration

Skills & Experience

• 5+ years’ experience with Microsoft Enterprise Technologies (Example: Exchange Server, Microsoft 365, Intune).
• Strong expertise in Active Directory, Cross-forest domains, Group Policy, PowerShell, Windows Server, and SQL.
• Experience with virtualisation technologies (Example: VMware, VDI/DaaS).

Experience with Cloud based infrastructure

• Familiarity with DevOps practices, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), NPS, FIM/MIM, Entra ID, and Federation/SSO.
• Ready to Apply?
• Update your resume and show us how your applications experience aligns with this role. Tell us why you're the right fit – we want to see your expertise in action to give your application full consideration.
• Why NEC?
• At NEC Australia, we’re more than a technology company—we’re innovators shaping the future. With over 50 years in Australia, we combine cutting-edge technology with talented people to create smarter, safer communities.
• What’s In It for You?
• ✅ Bonus & wellness days (after 6 months)
• ✅ 14 weeks paid parental leave
• ✅ Up to 4 paid volunteer days per year
• ✅ Discounts on health insurance, travel, entertainment & more
• ✅ Salary sacrificing options (car leasing, super, etc.)
• ✅ Employee Assistance Program – free, confidential support for you & your family
• Join Us & Make an Impact!
• We embrace diversity, equality, and inclusion. Applications are strongly encouraged from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, and individuals from culturally diverse backgrounds.
• Ready to take your career to the next level? Apply now and let’s build something amazing together