Systems Lead

Classification: Senior Manager 1 (Information Technology)
Salary Package: $134,812 - $141,252 per annum plus 17% superannuation
Terms: Full time, Continuing

Position Overview

At the Australian National University (ANU), we’re transforming the digital experience for our students, researchers, and staff through the delivery of our Digital Plan — a 10-year roadmap for world-class technology capability. 

We’re seeking a Systems Lead to join our Digital Delivery group — a people-focused leader who combines strong technical knowledge with a passion for developing others, building capability, and delivering reliable, secure digital services across the University. 

About the Role 

In this pivotal position, you will lead resources responsible for the administration and continual improvement of the University’s Windows, Unix, and application environments. 

Working closely with the Systems Administration Chapter Lead, you’ll guide your skilled technicians to deliver high-quality services that support teaching, learning, research and operations across the University. You’ll balance technical leadership with people management — supporting your staff to grow, collaborate, and innovate. 

While the role retains a focus on modern automation and Infrastructure-as-Code practices, your broader impact will be in ensuring secure, stable, efficient and service performance across core systems and platforms. 

About You 

You’re an experienced leader who brings: 

• Demonstrated success leading multiple technical teams in a complex environment.
• Strong technical grounding in Windows, Unix and application administration.
• Broad understanding of networking, security, and automation tools (e.g., PowerShell, shell scripting, Ansible configuration management).
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with a proactive, collaborative approach.
• The ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders alike.
• A commitment to staff development, inclusion, and continuous improvement.
• Experience in higher education, research, or large enterprise environments will be highly regarded but not essential. 

For further information, contact Trent Schultheis, Chapter Lead – Digital Delivery Capability, E: Trent.Schultheis@anu.edu.au.

The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. For more information on employment opportunities, contact our Indigenous Employment Consultant on indigenous.employment@anu.edu.au  

ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to those of all backgrounds and identities. For more information about staff equity at ANU, visit https://services.anu.edu.au/human-resources/respect-inclusion

Application information

In order to apply for this role please make sure that you upload the following documents:

• A statement addressing the selection criteria.
• A current curriculum vitae (CV) which includes the names and contact details of at least three referees (preferably including a current or previous supervisor). If your CV does not include referees you can complete these online when prompted in the application form.
• Other documents, if required.

Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position.

Please note: The successful candidate must have rights to live and work in this country and will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process. An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.