Web Hosting System Administrator, CSIRO

CSIRO

Location:
Australia, Brisbane, Melbourne, Canberra, Sydney

Category:
IT - Administration

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

114000.00 - 123000.00 AU$ / Year

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Job Description:

CSIRO is seeking a Web Hosting System Administrator to join our Web and Application Hosting team. In this role, you’ll be responsible for provisioning and supporting web and application services, providing technical advice on hosting-related enquiries, and managing the security and operation of web platforms and frameworks.

Job Responsibility:

Install, configure, upgrade, and maintain web servers and hosting platforms—primarily Linux/Apache/Tomcat (80%) and Windows/IIS (20%)
Manage web application lifecycle, including patching, updates, and troubleshooting of performance and security issues
Administer SSL certificates, monitor system alerts, and oversee resource planning and scalability
Lead proactive security measures, including embedded controls and participation in security assessments
Initiate and manage changes in accordance with IMT protocols and contribute to disaster recovery efforts
Contribute to the creation and refinement of service standards, procedures, and technical documentation
Promote a team-oriented environment by building strong relationships with peers, clients, and business owners
Work closely with cross-functional and regionally dispersed teams to achieve organisational and scientific goals
Communicate respectfully with all stakeholders to uphold CSIRO’s values and reputation
Supervise and mentor junior staff, supporting skill development and high-quality service delivery
Liaise with clients to understand their needs, resolve issues constructively, and ensure satisfaction
Tackle complex technical challenges with initiative and drive continuous improvement
Uphold CSIRO’s Values, Code of Conduct, Health, Safety and Environment policies, and diversity initiatives
Carry out additional duties as directed to meet evolving team and organisational needs

Requirements:

A minimum of 5 years demonstrated experience in Linux System Administration
Extensive understanding and experience as System Administrator with Linux-based Apache HTTP Server and NGINX, with exposure to Windows Server and IIS and solid understanding of web security
Sound programming skills, and proficient in one or more languages (i.e. PowerShell, Bash, Perl, PHP, Python, Java, JavaScript, etc.)
Well-developed experience in working collaboratively across teams, coordinating tasks, and driving for service delivery
Demonstrated willingness and ability to contribute novel ideas and approaches with insightful analysis, and to develop innovative solutions leading to improved service delivery
Demonstrated ability to assess, analyse and resolve complex issues
Effective written and oral communication skills developed through client engagement, networking, and product development

Nice to have:

Experience with DevOps practice in service delivery for automation and integration, agile methodologies, and source code revision control like Git, SVN
Containerisation experience (Docker, Kubernetes)

What we offer:

up to 15.4% superannuation
Flexible working arrangements
Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
August 04, 2025

Expiration:
August 18, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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