Senior Systems Engineer

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.

• Work with leading Microsoft technologies and virtualisation tools.
• Be part of a team driving innoation and smarter communities.
• Enjoy great benefits, career growth and a supportive culture.

About the role

In this role, you’ll design, implement, and support enterprise solutions across a large-scale IT environment. You’ll bring a strong background in Microsoft technologies and a passion for delivering high-quality, scalable solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and document comprehensive solutions for complex enterprise environments.
• Implement and support Microsoft Enterprise Technologies and virtualisation platforms.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues efficiently.
• Produce accurate, data-driven reports for management and technical audiences.
• Collaborate within a team while working independently when required.
• Provide mentoring to peers and other team members.
• Provide consultation and assistance on Projects and large Body of Works.
• Act as an escalation point for high priority issues both during business hours and outside of hours (on occasion).

Key Requirements

• 5+ years’ experience with Microsoft Enterprise Technologies (Exchange Server, Microsoft 365, Intune).
• Strong expertise in Active Directory, Cross-forest domains, Group Policy, PowerShell, Windows Server, and SQL.
• Experience with virtualisation technologies (VMware, VDI/DaaS).
• Familiarity with DevOps practices, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), NPS, FIM/MIM, Entra ID, and Federation/SSO.

Desirable Skills:

• Exposure to enterprise vendor hardware/software (VMware, HPE/Dell Blade Servers, Nutanix HCI, Commvault, VEEAM, SANs, Red Hat).
• Knowledge of Mobile Device Management (MDM) solutions.
• Understanding of ITIL v4 and best practices in Incident, Problem, and Change Management.

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.

Closing Date: 14 January 2026

Ready to take your career to the next level? Apply now and let’s build something amazing together!