Systems Administrator

The Indigenous Land and Sea Corporation (ILSC) is a corporate Commonwealth entity established under the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander 2005 Act (Cth) (‘the Act’) and subject to the Public Governance, Performance and Accountability Act 2013. The ILSC assists Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to realise economic, social, cultural and environmental benefits that the ownership and management of land, water and water related rights can bring. The ILSC provides this assistance through the acquisition and management of rights and interests in land, salt water and fresh water country.

Maintain, secure and optimise the ILSC's ICT infrastructure so staff can work effectively, systems remain secure and reliable, and services meet operational and security requirements.  

TARGETED VACANCY – This role is open to all applicants, however those who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and meet the requirements and are ranked suitable for the role will be given priority consideration in this recruitment process. 

Applications are to include a current CV and covering letter (covering letter to be maximum 2 pages detailing how your skills and experience align with the position profile).  Further information may be requested if you are selected for interview.  You must be an Australian resident to apply for this role.

If you’d like to find out more, please contact Joel Dillon – A/Manager ICT on 08 7325 2413.

Applications close on Friday 23 January 2026.

At the ILSC we’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace to ensure our workforce is representative of the communities we support.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply

Endpoint management 

• Administer end-user device configuration, patching, and software deployment using Microsoft Intune, SCCM, MEM.
• Develop and manage machine imaging processes and standard operating environments.
• Oversee operating system (OS) and application patching to maintain compatibility and security compliance. 

Infrastructure & Virtualisation Management 

• Administer and maintain virtual infrastructure, specifically VMware vSphere and vSAN clusters
• Coordinate hardware procurement and physical configuration
• Administer on-premise business system hosting, hybrid Active Directory environment, and MS SQL Server
• Provide Business Continuity Planning (BCP) administration and testing, ensure availability and reliable backups. 

Azure and Microsoft 365 Administration 

• Administer and troubleshoot Azure Virtual Desktop, Azure VMs, Azure networking, and other Azure subscription resources
• Maintain and troubleshoot hybrid identity environment via Azure AD Connect
• Administer and maintain Azure AD ecosystem, including user management tasks, licensing, and Microsoft Exchange hybrid ecosystem. 

Team collaboration and support 

• Work effectively within a small highly technical infrastructure team, supporting the ILSC Enterprise Architect and other members of the ICT section
• Promote knowledge sharing across the organisation and support the effective secure use of ICT
• Provide Level 2/3 support to the Helpdesk, addressing complex system issues and user escalations
• Engage continuous professional development to grow technical and professional skillsets. 

Relevant certifications such as: Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate or Identity and Access Administrator Associate, ITIL, CCSP. (Desired)

More than just a job. We offer you the opportunity to make a real, positive difference to the lives of First Nations peoples. When we return land and water Country to Indigenous ownership, or fund a new Indigenous enterprise or management project, we strengthen and deepen Indigenous connection to Country and advance progress towards self-determination.

Generous leave entitlements and work conditions, including:

• 15.4% superannuation on top of your salary
• Flexible hybrid work environment (2 days WFH)
• Not-For-Profit salary packaging
• Paid leave over the Christmas and New Year’s period
• Access to generous parental leave
• Training and development opportunities
• Generous Studies Assistance program

Health and wellbeing programs:

• Healthy Employment Scheme (HES) – An annual allowance towards your wellbeing
• Screen Based Equipment Scheme – Includes eye testing and an allowance towards spectacles
• Free Skin Checks

If you have a passion to drive change and want your work to align with your values to make a real difference, we invite you to apply now and start the conversation.

The preferred applicant will be engaged under the provisions of the ILSC Enterprise Agreement.