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This may include network monitoring, centralised system logging, high-performance file systems and related infrastructure.\nExcellent verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to use these skills to engage effectively with colleagues and clients\nThe ability to work effectively independently and provide technical guidance to a team\nDemonstrated ability to contribute innovative ideas and approaches that enhance the delivery of computing services to researchers and clients, with a capacity to take ownership of and deliver agreed solutions, outcomes and continuous service improvements.\nA demonstrated commitment to health, safety, and wellbeing of staff, willing to challenge the status quo in pursuit of Zero Harm.\nFor full details about this role, and other criteria, please review thePosition Description..\nSupport and workplace adjustments\nWe offer a range of reasonable supports and workplace adjustments. Please reach out to the contact person in the Position Description if we can help you to equitably participate in our recruitment process or the role itself.\nNot sure if you meet all the criteria?\nWhile it is CSIRO policy that the successful candidate must meet all the essential criteria, there are many ways to demonstrate this. Don’t let the list discourage you. If you are unsure about applying, please reach out to the contact person in the Position Description.\nSetting you up for success\nWe are committed to providing a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible to everyone. We recognise that it may be helpful for us to adjust our process to make it equitable for your individual situation. Please reach out to the contact on page 1 of the position description, to let us know how we can support you.\nLife at CSIRO and flexible work arrangements\nWe work flexibly at CSIRO, offering a range of options for how, when and where you work. We can discuss flexible work arrangements with you during the recruitment process.CSIRO also offers a range of leave entitlements, benefits and career development opportunities. To find out more, visit Careers at CSIRO.\nInclusion and belonging\nSolving Australia's greatest challenges takes a diversity of minds and lived experiences. We know diverse teams are more effective and deliver more innovative outcomes. As an equal employment opportunity organisation, we are committed to creating diverse and inclusive teams where people feel they belong. We recognise true diversity encompasses all ages, abilities, cultures, faiths, levels of education, genders, sexualities, diversity of thought and much more. We focus on hiring people who share our values of People First, Further Together, Making it Real and Trusted.\nCSIRO holds Platinum Status for the Australian Workplace Equality Index for LGBTQIA+ inclusion, and a Science in Australia Gender Equity Bronze Award.\nEligibility\nApplications for this position are open to Australian Citizens, New Zealand Citizens and Australian Permanent Residents.\nAppointment to this role is subject to provision of a national police check and may be subject to other security/medical/character requirements.\nChild safety\nCSIRO is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people involved in our activities and programs. View our Child Safe Policy.\nHow to apply\nPlease apply online by submitting your CV and responses to each of the selection criteria as outlined on the position description (maximum 3 pages). 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