Lead Network Platform Analyst - 12 month contract

Loblaw Companies Limited; Brampton; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

A major Canadian retail organization based in Peel Region, Brampton, is seeking a Network Security Specialist to provide critical support and implement network solutions. Candidates should have expertise in Cisco and/or Juniper SD-WAN and solid experience in routing protocols. The role focuses on continual improvement of security posture and includes hands-on experience with Cisco equipment. The salary range is between $100,000.00 to $132,000.00 per year, with a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Expertise in Cisco and/or Juniper SD-WAN.
• Experience in routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP) and switching technologies.
• Hands-on experience with configuration and troubleshooting of Cisco routers and switches.

Responsibilities

• Assess existing deployments and find optimization opportunities.
• Maintain the department’s operational objectives.
• Research, design, and evaluate new network security technologies.

Skills

Cisco SD-WAN expertise

Routing protocols expertise

Hands-on experience with Cisco routers/switches

Diagnostic skills for complex network issues

Network segmentation experience

Experience with Citrix Load Balancers

Experience with Palo Alto firewalls

Job description

This contract role allows you to combine your technical ability and critical thinking in a fast‑paced, multifaceted environment. You will provide critical support, act as a subject matter expert for Network Security, review solutions, identify improvements, and implement scalable network solutions that help Canadians Live Life Well.

What You'll Do

• Focus on continual improvement by assessing existing deployments and identifying opportunities to optimize and tighten security posture.
• Perform support activities required to maintain the department’s operational objectives, which includes off‑hours changes and support.
• Resolve issues in a timely manner and demonstrate a concrete sense of urgency.
• Actively be involved in the research, design, planning, development, and/or evaluation of new network security technologies to enhance our security posture.
• Review CVEs and determine potential impacts and next steps for vulnerability management.
• Work with colleagues across the enterprise to implement security best practices for new solutions and deployments.

What You Bring

• Expertise in Cisco and/or Juniper SD‑WAN, including deployment and understanding the mechanism of how SD‑WAN/Routing across large enterprise networks works.
• Solid experience in routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP) and switching technologies (VLANs, STP, EtherChannel, L2/L3).
• Hands‑on experience with Cisco routers and switches (Catalyst, ISR, ASR) for configuration, optimization, and troubleshooting.
• Skilled in diagnosing complex network issues, working with vendors (Cisco TAC, ISP providers, IT stakeholder teams) and implementing fixes/workarounds.
• Experience in network segmentation, QoS, and ensuring high availability and performance.
• Experience with Citrix Load Balancers, Palo Alto firewalls, Prisma Access, GCP, Cloud Networking is an asset.

Candidate Requirements

Candidates who are 18 years or older are required to complete a criminal background check. Details will be provided through the application process.

EEO Statement

We have a long‑standing focus on diversity, equity and inclusion because we know it will make our company a better place to work and shop. We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary or permanent) can be made at any stage of the application and employment process. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Salary and Benefits

Hiring Range / Échelle salariale à l’embauche:
$100,000.00 - $132,000.00 per year.

Please Note

This posting is for an existing vacancy. The company uses artificial intelligence for the purpose of screening, assessing and/or selecting applicants for this position.