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Title:Network and Server Ops Team LeadYour KBR future delivering solutions and changing the worldAbout KBR:We are a company of innovators, thinkers, creators, explorers, volunteers and dreamers who all share one goal to improve the world.KBR delivers science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 34,000 people performing diverse, complex, and mission-critical roles in 33 countries.For 65 years, KBR and its heritage companies are proud to have delivered some of Australias largest and most complex projects.With around 2,000 employees in 6 primary offices throughout Australia, we are committed to social and environmental sustainability and delivering projectswitha digital mindset drivinginnovation within our business and for our customers.We help ensure mission success on land, in the air, at sea, in space and cyberspace for our Defence customers. From individual technologies and services to comprehensive project delivery and mission execution, no other company can match the breadth and depth of KBR.KBR comprises a talented team who provide a broad spectrum of capabilities across Australia and the Asia Pacific. Our proven project teams readily address complex and multi-disciplinary activities, providing low-risk and cost-effective solutions to the Defence force.The Opportunity:Were seeking a Network and Server Operations Team Lead to oversee the delivery, integration, and sustainment of secure, high-performance ICT systems in support of Australian Defence Force mission planning capability. This is a key leadership role responsible for managing both the technical direction and day-to-day operations of network and server environments across fixed and deployed Defence contexts.In this role, you will lead a team of skilled technicians to maintain and evolve critical infrastructure, including physical servers, networking hardware, system configurations, and software environments. Youll provide technical leadership across system imaging, security compliance, scripting, and data support while ensuring alignment with Defence ICT accreditation standards and operational requirements. You will also manage performance, drive continuous improvement, and foster a collaborative and high-performing team culture.This position is ideal for an experienced systems leader with a strong understanding of Defence ICT environments and a passion for delivering secure, mission-ready infrastructure. If you thrive in complex technical environments and are committed to mentoring teams and delivering real operational outcomes, this is an opportunity to make a significant contribution to Defence capability.ResponsibilitiesThe key responsibilities of the role will include, but is not limited to:Lead and mentor a team of technicians in the development, integration, and sustainment of software, hardware, data, tools, and processes for ADF mission planning systems in fixed and deployed environments.Conduct performance reviews, set team objectives, and foster a collaborative and inclusive team cultureOversee the maintenance of physical server and networking hardware, ensuring high availability and performanceManage the development and maintenance of system configurations for MPS laptops and serversCoordinate the installation, configuration, testing, and deployment of software and security updatesProvide technical leadership for resolving data support issues and ensuring mission systems meet operational requirementsProvide technical leadership for resolving data support issues and ensuring mission systems meet operational requirementsSupport Defence strategic networks, ensuring compliance with security and accreditation standardsIdentify, manage, and mitigate program and technical risks within the operations scopeReview, verify, and enhance documentation for MPS development and sustainmentEnsure project deliverables are met on time and within scopeFoster collaboration with technical staff and client stakeholders to deliver innovative, secure ICT solutionsQualifications, Skills and ExperienceEssential:Defence ICT environments (including Defence Protected Environment (DPE) and Defence Secret Environment (DSE)MS Windows ImagingMS Windows securityMS Windows Server PlatformsTechnical/Admin level experience with client operating systems from MS Windows 10 11MS Windows Office productsSoftware ScriptingDefence ICT Security Accreditation requirementsDesirable:Working knowledge of Aviation Mission Planning and knowledge of AC-C2CS environmentLayer 2/3 NetworkingTechnical/Admin level experience with Linux client operating systemsExperience in software development environments.Database development experience using SQL ServerAdvanced Office Computing Application knowledge in Win10/11, Excel, Word, Access & XMLSoftware testing, including unit testingHyper-VVMware/VSphereIntel McAfee EPO SuiteGeospatial data experienceRecovery/Backup ToolsBenefits of KBRA workplace culture certified as a Great Place To Work (Aus, India, UK & US)Flexible working conditionsCompetitive salary (including annual reviews)Paid Parental leavePaid Reservist leaveIncome protectionCorporate rewardsSalary packaging/Novated leasingDiscounted employee stock purchase plansFlu shots, skin checks and private health insurance discountsCareer development: Online learning, mentorship and career pathwaysIf youre ready to shape tomorrow, lets get started. Apply Now!KBR acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia and their continuing connections to land, sea, community and culture. We pay our respects to Elders past and present.As a Major Service Provider of the Australian Defence Force, an AGSVA security clearance will be required and compliance to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). As such, our hiring decisions are based on the key requirements of each role and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and experiences.#LI-JAW1 #J-18808-Ljbffr