Network Administrator

Altis Technology; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Altis Technology in Ottawa, ON is seeking an experienced Network Administrator to own and evolve our growing network environment. You will lead a small team of network engineers, oversee security, performance, and reliability, and collaborate with IT leadership on critical infrastructure projects.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in network administration, strong troubleshooting, documentation, and project management skills, plus experience with Wi‑Fi, 802.1X, network monitoring, and tools like

Qualifications

• 5+ years of network administration experience.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to mentor and lead a small technical team.
• Experience with security, patching, and incident response.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a small team of network engineers, coordinating priorities, shift rotations, and technical development.
• Oversee network administration, security, patching, compliance, and performance optimization.
• Design, implement, and troubleshoot LAN, WAN, wireless, and data centre infrastructure.
• Lead network projects, device provisioning, hardware configuration, and infrastructure upgrades.
• Identify vulnerabilities, manage security risks, and resolve complex incidents, including post‑incident reviews.
• Collaborate with IT leadership and vendors, communicating project status, priorities, and risks.
• Maintain technical documentation and share knowledge across IT teams.

Skills

Network leadership

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Project management

Communication skills

Tools

Wireshark

NetFlow

AirWave

Network monitoring tools

Job description

Location: Ottawa, ON (On-site, 5 days per week) Language: Strong written and verbal communication skills in English Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time

About the Opportunity

Are you an experienced Network Administrator who enjoys solving complex technical challenges while leading and mentoring others? We're looking for a skilled professional to join the IT Systems team of a well‑established organization in the construction and infrastructure sector. This is an opportunity to take ownership of a growing network environment while making a meaningful impact on security, performance, and reliability.

You'll work alongside collaborative IT professionals, lead a small team of network engineers, and contribute to critical infrastructure projects. Your technical expertise and leadership will help shape a secure, scalable, and high‑performing network environment.

What's In It for You

• A collaborative workplace where your expertise and ideas are valued
• The opportunity to lead, mentor, and develop a talented technical team
• Exposure to complex network infrastructure and diverse technology projects
• A hands‑on leadership role with opportunities to influence network strategy and improvements

Your Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a small team of network engineers, coordinating priorities, shift rotations, and technical development.
• Oversee network administration, security, patching, compliance, and performance optimization.
• Design, implement, and troubleshoot LAN, WAN, wireless, and data centre infrastructure.
• Lead network projects, device provisioning, hardware configuration, and infrastructure upgrades.
• Identify vulnerabilities, manage security risks, and resolve complex incidents, including post‑incident reviews.
• Collaborate with IT leadership and vendors, communicating project status, priorities, and risks.
• Maintain technical documentation and share knowledge across IT teams.

Skills and Qualifications

• 5+ years of network administration experience, with demonstrated technical leadership and strong troubleshooting skills.
• Expertise in network security, firewalls, intrusion prevention, 802.1X, colourless ports, and network policy management servers.
• Experience with enterprise Wi‑Fi, mobility controllers, access point management, network monitoring, Wireshark, and NetFlow. AirWave is an asset.
• Strong analytical, documentation, communication, and project management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• A collaborative, self‑directed approach and flexibility for occasional evening or weekend work and travel.

Note from the Hiring Manager

"We're looking for someone who enjoys being hands‑on with technology while helping others grow. You'll have the opportunity to take ownership, solve meaningful challenges, and bring forward ideas that strengthen our network environment."

We appreciate the time and effort all applicants invest in their submissions. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for this role will be contacted directly. However, your profile will remain under consideration for future opportunities that align with your experience and career goals. All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI‑assisted tools to help review applications.