About us:
Established in 2007, CDC Data Centres is Australia’s leading operator of sovereign, secure, world-class data centre facilities.
Headquartered in Canberra with multiple facilities in the ACT, NSW, VIC and New Zealand, CDC’s diversified operations provide secure data centre configurations that support co-location, containerised and hyperscale compute environments with all campuses interconnected with high-speed carrier grade networks.
At CDC we are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. We believe that everyone’s unique experiences enable us to deliver meaningful benefits for our people, our clients and communities. Our mission is to attract, retain and grow the world’s best data centre team.
Our people are committed, tenacious and meticulous in supporting our customers. Together, we configure the landscape to meet the security, reliability, connectivity and sustainability needs for today and tomorrow.
About the role:
The Systems Administrator manages the day-to-day operations of systems and solutions within CDC’s Corporate and Operational Technology environments. They ensure seamless integration and ongoing support while acting as the primary escalation point for Help Desk incidents.
Other Responsibilities Include:
- Install, configure, and maintain software, hardware, networks, and technology tools.
- Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure security through access controls, backups, and firewalls.
- Manage network servers, workstations, and infrastructure, ensuring efficiency and reliability.
- Implement upgrades, patches, and new releases while developing technical documentation and IT policies.
- Train, mentor, and support staff in adopting new technologies and best practices.
- Provide cultural leadership, champion IT policies, and take on additional duties as required.
About you:
This role is ideal for a candidate with proven experience in troubleshooting complex application and system issues at Levels 2 and 3. The incumbent should also have strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure, M365, Intune and VMWare. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals eager to learn, develop their skills, and advance their careers as our organisation continues to grow. Previous experience supporting Operational Technology Environments is a bonus!
- Australian Citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain a NV1 Security Clearance.
How to Apply:
If you're looking to be part of Australia and New Zealand's leading large-scale data centre innovator, submit your resume and cover letter by clicking Apply.
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are valued and respected. We believe that diversity of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences leads to innovation and success. We actively promote equality and strive to create a welcoming environment for all employees. We are dedicated to building a team that reflects the diversity of our community and we encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to work.
Closing Date: 11.59pm Monday 3rd of August 2026
Requirements
Benefits
Skills Required
- Proven experience troubleshooting complex application and system issues at Levels 2 and 3.
- Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure.
- Strong hands-on experience with M365 and Intune.
- Strong hands-on experience with VMWare.
- Australian citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain NV1 Security Clearance.
- Previous experience supporting Operational Technology environments.
What We Do
CDC is more than just a data centre. We provide the national critical data infrastructure that underpins the security, social and economic wellbeing of all citizens. Established in 2007 by founder and CEO Greg Boorer to answer an ever-growing demand for a world-class service, CDC is Australia and Aotearora New Zealand's pre-eminent developer, owner and operator of highly secure, sovereign, state-of the-art data facilities that secure national progress. With multiple locations across Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand, CDC is the foremost destination for customers who cannot - and will not - compromise on the foundations of their digital critical infrastructure, with customers at the heart of everything we do. Our multi-layered approach to availability, resilience and security is second-to-none, as is the flexibility of our infrastructure solutions and our deep commitment to sustainability. We excel in delivering tailored services to meet the unique needs of our clients, including colocation, private cloud and hyperscale, and from classical computing and storage to mainframe, AI, high performance and quantum computing. Looking for a strategic partnership to safeguard your data? Look no further than CDC. Progress. Secured.
