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Cirrus Networks vs Kinetic IT: Which MSP is Better? | The MSP Playbook

Article 2026-06-12

Cirrus Networks vs Kinetic IT

A detailed comparison of two major Australian Managed Service Providers.

Feature Cirrus Networks Kinetic IT
Overall Score3.43.9
TypeManaged ServicesGovernment / Enterprise
Employees100-200400-700
Founded20081998
HeadquartersPerth, WAMelbourne, VIC
RevenuePrivatePrivate
Salary Range$70,000 - $140,000$80,000 - $160,000
SpecialtiesManaged Services, Cloud, NetworkingManaged Services, Government IT, Cloud, Service Management
CertificationsCisco Partner, AWS PartnerMicrosoft Partner, ITIL, ISO 20000, ISO 27001
Green FlagsGood work-life balance
Stable employment
Government focus		Strong employee satisfaction
Good work-life balance
Government stability
Perth-based — less competition for talent
Red FlagsSmall scale — limited exposure to large projects
Below-market salaries
Can be bureaucratic		Government contract dependency
Limited private sector exposure
Can be risk-averse in some teams
Worker ProsWork-life balance
Stable
Government work		Strong employee satisfaction
Good work-life balance
Government contracts provide stability
Perth market is less competitive
Worker ConsSmall scale
Below-market pay
Bureaucratic		Government contract dependency
Limited private sector exposure
Risk-averse culture in some teams

Which MSP Should You Choose?

Both Managed Services and Government / Enterprise have strengths and weaknesses. Your choice depends on your priorities — whether that's career growth, salary, work-life balance, or technical exposure.

Use the side-by-side comparison tool for a deeper look, or check out individual profiles for detailed employee reviews.