The NSW Police Force (NSWPF) is one of the largest police forces in the western world, with more than 20,000 employees, including more than 4,000 administrative employees who support the sworn officers that provide a range of law and order services 24 hours a day, seven days a week to the socially, geographically and culturally diverse community of NSW.

We have an opportunity for a Network Engineer to be part of our Network and Security Platform Services, Technology and Communication Services Command. The role implements and maintains security controls that protect NSW Police’s systems and data, ensuring secure design, risk mitigation, and compliance. By embedding security into technology platforms, it helps safeguard sensitive information and supports the organisation’s mission to uphold public safety and trust.

The Network and Security Platform Services Directorate manages and maintains the overarching connectivity and security requirements for over 550 NSWP sites.

They are responsible for the connection of users and devices to NSWPF systems, the delivery of data across the entirety of the NSWPF Network, the network management of boundaries, security and dataflow control and the control interoperability and connectivity between NSWPF applications, external services and devices.

The Senior Network Engineer provides technical advice and support on to the NSWPF projects and BAU requirements on behalf of the Network and Security Platform Services Directorate. This role is required to deploy and test; data, voice, teleconference and wi-fi networks on sites. The ideal candidate will provide operational support, troubleshooting and rectify network issues to a CCNA level.

View the relevant role description for more information on this role (e.g. essential requirements, key accountabilities, key challenges and capabilities required for the role)

At NSWPF our people have access to a range of benefits that help balance life at work and at home. Some of the benefits available when you join the NSWPF include:

Applications can only be submitted electronically via the I Work for NSW website.

To be considered for this role, attach a cover letter (2 pages maximum) and an up-to-date resume that clearly details your skills & experience as relevant to this role.

Please do not attach copies of qualifications, certificates or documentation (other than what has been requested) - you can bring these if called for interview.

Please address the following Target Questions (500 words per question) in the text boxes provided in the online application or attach as a separate document.

Tell us about a time you were involved in an audio‑visual (AV) upgrade from an engineering perspective. In your response, describe the key factors you considered when balancing video‑conferencing room features against cost, technical complexity, and reliability.

Describe a specific situation where a network specification was not followed, resulting in a non‑standard network topology. In your response, explain how you identified the issue, your approach to assessing risk and remediation options, the actions you took, and the final outcome.

Your application must stand on its own merits, and the completeness and relevance of your application will determine if you proceed through to the selection process.

If you require any further information about this opportunity, please contact the Hiring Manager Julian Portelli – 0472 529 891.

To be eligible to apply for this role, you must meet one of the following statuses:

Prior to commencement, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a rigorous National Police (criminal history) Check and obtain and maintain a Security Clearance as determined by the NSW Police Force.

At the NSW Police Force, we are proud to be an employer of a diverse range of people. We are committed to reflecting the diverse community we serve and creating an inclusive and respectful workplace for all employees where differences are embraced, contributions are valued, and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging.

We welcome applications from individuals with diverse skills, experiences, and backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disability, neurodiverse individuals, those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and people of all ages.

This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.

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Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.