Cybersecurity Analyst- Network Security

BCE; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecommunications company in Ottawa is seeking a highly skilled Cybersecurity Analyst to join their Network Security Government Solutions Delivery team. This role involves implementing and maintaining network security measures including configuring FortiGate firewalls and managing security incidents. The ideal candidate will have at least five years of experience in network security and a strong understanding of networking protocols. The position offers a hybrid work arrangement and requires a Government of Canada security clearance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of experience in network security focusing on firewall management.
• Hands-on experience configuring and managing Cisco NXOS, Cisco Firepower, Citrix ADC, and FortiGate firewalls.
• Deep understanding of networking protocols including TCP/IP, IPSec, BGP, eVPN and VXLAN.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python for automating network security tasks.
• Candidate must be eligible to obtain a Government of Canada Secret level clearance.

Responsibilities

• Configure and maintain network security devices.
• Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing.
• Collaborate to design and implement secure network architectures.
• Respond to security incidents and conduct thorough investigations.
• Participate in regular security audits.

Skills

IDS

Network Support

TCP/IP

LAN

Computer Networking

Windows

Perl

Telecommunication

Operating Systems

Juniper

DNS

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field

Tools

FortiGate

Citrix ADC

Cisco Firepower

FortiManager

Ansible

Job description

At Bell our purpose is to advance how Canadians connect with each other and the world. We achieve this by providing consumers and businesses with the best network technologies in the world, innovative digital solutions and seamless customer experiences. It's all developed and delivered by the members of #TeamBell, and we’re always on the lookout for people with great skills and experiences.

We value diversity and provide a supportive inclusive community where all team members can succeed. Through our commitment to environmental, social and governance initiatives, you will feel good about the greater impact you’ll have, making every day better for people as they connect, work, learn, and play.

Join us. You belong at Bell.

Become an integral part of our Customer Experience team where you will be at the forefront of shaping our customer journeys. You will build on Bell's Strategic Imperative to Champion Customer Experience and reinforce our commitment to put the customer first in everything we do. Design innovative customer‑centric processes, policies, products, and services while upholding our Customer-First Commitments to make it easier for customers to do business with Bell.

Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Cybersecurity Analyst to join our dynamic Network Security Government Solutions Delivery team ensuring the robust protection of our critical network infrastructure. This individual will be responsible for implementing and maintaining network and security measures across our environment. The successful candidate will possess a deep understanding of network security principles coupled with hands‑on experience in configuring and managing network technologies in an enterprise environment.

A Government of Canada PSPC security clearance at level SECRET (Level II) is required for this position.

Key Responsibilities

• Configure and maintain network security devices specifically FortiGate firewalls, FortiManager, Citrix ADC, Cisco Firepower and NXOS.
• Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify weaknesses in the network infrastructure and recommend appropriate remediation measures.
• Collaborate with senior resources to design and implement secure network architectures incorporating best practices for network segmentation and access control.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation of network security policies, procedures and configurations ensuring compliance with industry standards.
• Respond to security incidents in a timely and effective manner, conduct thorough investigations and implement appropriate containment and eradication measures.
• Stay up to date with the latest security threats and vulnerabilities, proactively researching and recommending new security technologies and techniques.
• Participate in regular security audits to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal security policies.
• Automate network security tasks, configurations and processes using scripting languages like Python and Ansible.
• Ability to travel to off‑site data center locations when required for hands‑on tasks, troubleshooting or project implementations.
• Participate in an on‑call pager rotation schedule to provide timely response and escalation support for critical security incidents outside of normal business hours.

Critical Qualifications

• A minimum of five years of experience in network security with a focus on firewall management and network management is a must‑have.
• Hands‑on experience configuring and managing Cisco NXOS, Cisco Firepower, Citrix ADC and FortiGate firewalls is an essential technical skill for this role.
• Deep understanding of networking protocols including TCP/IP, IPSec, BGP, eVPN and VXLAN.
• Strong understanding of network segmentation techniques including VLANs, VRFs and micro‑segmentation.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python for automating network security tasks and incident response procedures is highly desirable.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to quickly diagnose and resolve network security incidents are essential for success.
• Possessing a Fortinet Certified Professional (FCP), CCNA or equivalent certification at a minimum is highly recommended.
• The candidate must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Government of Canada Secret level clearance.
• The candidate must be willing and legally able to drive to off‑site data center locations when required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with vulnerability assessment and penetration testing tools along with the ability to analyze and interpret results is a favourable skill.
• Experience with Ansible automation platform is advantageous, enabling efficient configuration management and security orchestration.
• Holding a CCNP or Fortinet Certified Security Specialist (FCSS) certification or equivalent is preferred.
• Familiarity with security frameworks and standards such as NIST, ISO 27001 and ITSG‑33 is a significant asset.
• ITIL certification or the ability to demonstrate knowledge of IT service management best practices is an asset.
• Past participation in security conferences, workshops and training programs demonstrates a commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
• A bachelor’s degree in computer science, information security or a related field represents an important educational foundation for this position.

Additional Requirements

• Highly organized, detail‑oriented and the ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously with sometimes aggressive timelines.
• Proven problem‑solving ability with complex technical and abstract concepts.
• A team player with the confidence to challenge and elevate when necessary.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team both in person and remotely with little supervision.

Adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec.

Additional Information

Position Type: Management

Job Status: Regular - Full Time

Job Location: Canada : Ontario : Ottawa

Work Arrangement: Hybrid

Application Deadline: 11/23/2025

For work arrangements that are Hybrid successful candidates must be based in Canada and report to a set Bell office for a minimum of 3 days a week. Recognizing the importance of work-life balance Bell offers flexibility in work hours based on the business needs.

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Required Experience: IC

Key Skills:

• IDS
• Network Support
• Tcp/IP
• LAN
• Computer Networking
• Windows
• TCP
• Perl
• Telecommunication
• Operating Systems
• Juniper
• Dns

Employment Type: Full Time

Experience: Years

Vacancy: 1

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