Network Administrator

Systematix; Canada; Remote; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking company is seeking a Network Admin/Engineer to support global services in Life Sciences technologies. This exciting role involves deploying and maintaining networks, resolving technical issues, and collaborating with a global infrastructure team. As a remote position, you'll work within the Pacific Time Zone while occasionally traveling to the Eastern USA. If you have a passion for network engineering and want to make an impact in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a diverse and inclusive team that values your contributions and fosters professional growth.

Qualifications

• Experience with various routing protocols and VPN technologies.
• Extensive experience with Cisco devices and firewalls.
• Strong communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Deploy and maintain local and wide area networks.
• Provide tier 3 support for complex network issues.
• Research and recommend network improvements.

Skills

Routing Protocols (BGP, OSPF, VRF)

VPN Technologies (IPSec, GRE, DMVPN, DTLS)

Cisco Catalyst and Nexus Switches

Cisco Routers

Cisco Wireless Solutions

Palo Alto Firewalls

Authentication Protocols (ISE, TACACS, RADIUS, 802.1x)

Automation Tools (Python, Ansible)

F5 LTM

Linux

Virtualization

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science

Job description

Systematix is currently looking for a Network Admin/Engineer to support a growing number of services for one of the global leaders in Life Sciences technologies. This role is 100% remote, working Pacific Time Zone hours. And, there's occasional travel, mostly to Eastern USA and possibly overseas, which is unlikely.

ABOUT THE PROJECT

As Network Engineer, you will be supporting the secure integration of networks globally. You will be responsible for promoting and implementing network standards, policies and procedures as well as resolving technical issues raised from the Network Operations team. You will be part of a Global Infrastructure team and communication across teams and disciplines is critical to the role.

ABOUT THE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deploying and maintaining local and wide area networks for our client and its operating companies.
• Maintaining accurate network documentation.
• Researching and recommending improvements to the production network.
• Providing tier 3 escalation for troubleshooting complex network issues.
• Participating in tier 3 ‘on call’ rotations with other network team members.
• Interacting on a regular basis with other members of the global network team.

ABOUT THE QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with routing protocols and topologies (BGP, OSPF, VRF).
• Experience with VPN technologies (IPSec, GRE, DMVPN, DTLS).
• Extensive experience with Cisco Catalyst and Nexus switches.
• Extensive experience with Cisco routers.
• Experience with Cisco Wireless solutions.
• Experience with Palo Alto firewalls.
• Experience with authentication protocols and implementations (ISE, TACACS, RADIUS, 802.1x).
• Experience with Automation tools such as Python or Ansible.
• Experience with any of the following technologies is a strong asset: F5 LTM, DNS, LINUX, Virtualization.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science is preferred.
• Exceptional written and spoken communication.

ABOUT THE ROLE

This is a remote 6-month contract to be performed remotely in the Pacific time zone.

APPLY NOW

If you are interested in finding out more, please contact us or submit your resume to [e-mail], or if willing, please refer someone who is qualified.

ABOUT SYSTEMATIX

Systematix is a Global Consulting and Resourcing firm head quartered in Canada with offices across North America and the United Kingdom. We provide the highest caliber consulting solutions to a diverse client base that includes all levels of Government and all Private Industry sectors.

Systematix is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. At Systematix, we don’t just accept difference, we thrive on it and believe that diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences enhance our workforce and bring value to our community.

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Contract

Job function: Information Technology

Industries: Biotechnology Research and IT Services and IT Consulting