IT Network Architect

Randstad Canada; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for an IT Network Architect with strong knowledge of IP/MPLS technologies and hands-on experience with Nokia platforms. The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years in telecom network design, with 5 years in critical infrastructure. Responsibilities include developing network architecture, ensuring regulatory compliance, and documenting designs. This role is an initial 12-month contract with options for hybrid work located in the Metro Vancouver area.

Benefits

Long-term contract with potential for extensions

Work on a critical high impact project

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years in telecom network design.
• At least 5 years in utility or critical infrastructure.
• Experience with regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Develop high-level and detailed IP/MPLS network architecture.
• Ensure designs meet utility-specific requirements.
• Incorporate cybersecurity and compliance standards.

Skills

Strong knowledge of IP/MPLS technologies

Hands-on experience with Nokia IP/MPLS platforms

Cybersecurity best practices

Education

Nokia NRS II or Nokia Certified Service Routing Architect (SRA)

CCIE/JNCIE or similar advanced certifications

Job description

Are you an experienced IT Network Architect with Strong knowledge of IP/MPLS technologies: LDP, RSVP-TE, Segment Routing, QoS, MPLS VPNs.?

Do you have Hands-on experience with Nokia IP/MPLS platforms (e.g., 7750 SR, NSP) and a minimum 10 years in telecom network design, with at least 5 years in utility or critical infrastructure?

We're looking to an IT Network Architect for an initial 12 month contract! There is a preference for candidates based in the BC Lower Mainland who can work hybrid on-site, but open to remote candidates.

Advantages

• Long-term contract with potential for extensions
• Work on a critical high impact project

Responsibilities

Architectural Design

• Develop high-level and detailed IP/MPLS network architecture for BC Hydro telecom systems.
• Ensure designs meet utility-specific requirements for SCADA, protection relays, and other critical OT applications.
• Incorporate redundancy, resiliency, Secure and failover mechanisms suitable for mission-critical operations.

Technology Integration

• Design interoperability with legacy TDM systems and migration strategies to IP/MPLS.
• Define integration points with IT networks while maintaining strict OT security boundaries.
• Evaluate existing network infrastructure and identify gaps.
• Recommend hardware platforms, software versions, and protocols aligned with utility standards.

Security & Compliance

• Incorporate cybersecurity best practices (NERC CIP, IEC 62443).
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and internal standards.

Documentation

• Deliver detailed design documents, topology diagrams, configuration guidelines, High-level architecture document, design templates and Engineering Standards, etc.
• Detailed design package (including IP addressing, routing, MPLS VPN design, IP/MPLS QoS architectural and traffic engineering design, etc.).
• Security architecture and compliance considerations.
• Develop and execute Lab verification, migration and implementation plans.
• Provide test report and engineering memo as needed.

Qualifications

Technical Expertise

• Strong knowledge of IP/MPLS technologies: LDP, RSVP-TE, Segment Routing, QoS, MPLS VPNs.
• Hands-on experience with Nokia IP/MPLS platforms (e.g., 7750 SR, NSP).

Industry Experience

• Minimum 10 years in telecom network design, with at least 5 years in utility or critical infrastructure.

Certifications

• Must have Nokia NRS II or Nokia Certified Service Routing Architect (SRA).
• CCIE/JNCIE or similar advanced certifications are assets.
• Cybersecurity certifications (CISSP, ISA/IEC 62443) are assets.

Summary

If you're an IT Network Architect with strong experience in the Nokia IP/MPLS platform, apply today or reach out to your Randstad representative!

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