IT Architect, Network

Saputo Inc.; Georgetown; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group insurance

Retirement plan

Telemedicine

ESOP

Parental leave

PTO

TFSA/RRSP

Training programs

Saputo Flex

Product discounts

Job summary

Saputo Inc. is seeking a Network Architect to lead design, deployment, and optimization of enterprise network, cloud, and SaaS connectivity across on‑premises and cloud environments. You will own delivery, drive secure, resilient, high‑performing services, and partner with IT teams, MSPs, and vendors.

The role requires hands‑on expertise in SD‑WAN, firewall & security, Azure networking, and SaaS integrations, with strong communication across North America and English proficiency.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in network engineering and architecture.
• Ability to design and implement enterprise solutions across hybrid environments.
• Strong knowledge of cloud networking, security, and SaaS integration.

Responsibilities

• Architecture & Engineering: Design and implement enterprise network solutions across LAN, WAN, SD‑WAN, and cloud.
• Cloud & SaaS Integration: Design and optimise connectivity to cloud platforms (Azure preferred) and SaaS integrations.
• Network Security: Implement firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and segmentation controls to meet security policies.
• Managed Services & Third‑Party Management: Provide direction to MSPs; review third‑party designs and configurations.
• Operational Support: Provide 3rd line support; perform deep technical troubleshooting and root-cause analysis.
• Project Delivery: Support end‑to‑end delivery of network projects and design workshops.
• Continuous Improvement: Maintain standards and drive automation and efficiency.

Skills

Networking design

SD-WAN

Firewall security

Azure networking

SaaS integration

Hybrid troubleshooting

Stakeholder engagement

Multi-site experience

Managed services coordination

English communication

Education

CCNP/CCIE or equivalent

Azure Network Engineer or similar

TOGAF (desirable)

ITIL awareness (desirable)

Job description

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world. As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?

Overview of the role

Saputo is seeking a Network Architect who is a hands‑on technical leader responsible for the design, implementation, and optimisation of enterprise network, cloud, and SaaS connectivity solutions. The role combines deep technical expertise with delivery ownership, ensuring secure, resilient, and high-performing services across on‑premises, cloud, and third‑party environments. Working closely with internal IT teams, managed service providers, and vendors, the role ensures solutions are both architecturally sound and operationally effective.

How you will make contributions that matter

Architecture & Engineering

• Design and implement enterprise network solutions across LAN, WAN, SD‑WAN, and cloud
• Develop high‑level and low‑level designs aligned to standards and business needs
• Participate directly in configuration, deployment, and validation activities
• Ensure solutions are scalable, secure, and supportable

Cloud & SaaS Integration

• Design and optimise connectivity to cloud platforms (Azure preferred)
• Integrate SaaS platforms into the enterprise environment
• Implement identity‑driven access models (SSO, Conditional Access, Zero Trust)
• Troubleshoot performance across network, cloud, and SaaS layers

Network Security

• Implement firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and segmentation controls
• Ensure adherence to security policies and compliance requirements
• Remediate vulnerabilities through hands‑on configuration changes

Managed Services & Third‑Party Management

• Provide technical direction and oversight to managed service providers
• Review and validate third‑party designs and configurations
• Act as escalation point for complex incidents involving suppliers
• Drive continuous improvement in supplier performance and service quality

Operational Support

• Provide 3rd line support for critical network issues
• Perform deep technical troubleshooting across complex environmentsLead root cause analysis and preventative improvements
• Optimise performance, resilience, and cost

Project Delivery

• Support end‑to‑end delivery of network projects
• Participate in design workshops and implementation
• Ensure compliance with architectural standards

Continuous Improvement

• Maintain architecture standards and design patterns
• Identify opportunities to simplify and modernise services
• Drive automation and efficiency

You are best suited for the role if you have the following qualifications

• Strong hands‑on networking expertise (routing, switching, SD‑WAN)
• Advanced firewall and security configuration knowledge
• Cloud networking capability (Azure preferred)
• SaaS integration experience
• Deep troubleshooting capability across hybrid environments
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication
• Extensive experience in network engineering and architecture roles
• Shown ability of designing and implementing enterprise solutions
• Strong involvement working with managed service providers
• Gained exposure and experience in multi‑site or global environments
• Qualifications / Certifications: CCNP / CCIE (or equivalent), Azure Network Engineer or similar, TOGAF (desirable), ITIL awareness (desirable)

As part of his duties, the incumbent will have to communicate and collaborate in English, both orally and in writing with colleagues or other stakeholders in Quebec as well as in the rest of Canada or in North America.

We support and take care of our employees and their families by offering :

• Generous and complete benefit coverage with group insurance
• Group retirement plan with employer contribution
• Telemedicine and assistance program for employees and their families
• Employee Share Ownership Plan with an employer match
• Paid Parental Leave program
• Paid time off: Sick days, floater days and volunteer day off
• Opportunity to contribute to a collective RRSP & TFSA
• Training and development programs
• Saputo Flex Program, flexible work environment (schedule/location/time off) according to department needs
• Organised activities for employees and their families
• Advantageous discounts on Saputo products

Salary

• Salary offers will vary commensurate with experience, education, skills, and training.

STATEMENT ON AI

All applications are carefully considered by our Talent Acquisition team. Artificial Intelligence tools may be used in screening applications. Artificial Intelligence is not used to assess or select applications.

In Canada, Saputo is a leading cheese manufacturer and fluid milk and cream processor, with a portfolio of well‑loved brands such as Dairyland, Armstrong, Neilson, Alexis de Portneuf, and many more. Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain management, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.

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