Network Administrator

CAA Club Group; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holistic wellness program

Education reimbursement program

Travel incentives and discounts

Defined contribution plan

Personal spending account

Job summary

A leading Member-based organization in Vaughan is seeking a skilled network professional to enhance their network security and administration. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree, Cisco certification, and have extensive experience with security devices like Palo Alto and Cisco. Your responsibilities include developing robust network solutions, monitoring performance, and collaborating across departments to implement best practices. This role offers competitive benefits and emphasizes a culture of support and learning.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in network administration or analysis position.
• In-depth knowledge of TCP/IP, LAN/WAN, DNS, DHCP, NTP, LACP, VPC, OSPF, and BGP protocols.
• Quick learner with good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience with Cisco, Palo Alto, Check Point, and F5 devices.
• Experience with Cloud networking, especially Azure.
• Deep technical understanding of TCP/IP, LAN/WAN, DNS, DHCP, NTP, LACP, VPC, OSPF, and BGP network protocols.”
• Strong communication skills and ability to explain complex concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver robust solutions for network security projects.
• Install, configure, and maintain network devices.
• Implement and manage Azure network infrastructure components.
• Engineer and maintain Route-Based S2S VPN, Policy-Based S2S VPN, and SSLVPN solutions.
• Enforce network security and compliance with organizational policies and standards.
• Collaborate with IT and cross-functional teams to plan and execute network projects.
• Execute lifecycle upkeep tasks including OS upgrades and hardware refresh cycles.
• Implement and manage SNMP alerting and monitoring frameworks.
• Design, deploy, and maintain Azure network infrastructure components.
• Collaborate with IT architects, security teams, and application owners to design solutions aligned with business requirements.
• Implement and enforce Azure network security best practices.
• Respond promptly to incidents and service requests.
• Execute firewall policy changes, VLAN/port provisioning, routing updates, and Load Balancer configurations.

Skills

Network security expertise

Interpersonal communication

Cloud networking (Azure)

Technical troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field

Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)

Tools

Palo Alto Firewalls

Checkpoint Firewalls

Cisco Equipment

F5 Load Balancers

Azure Network Infrastructure

Job description

About Us

At CAA Club Group, we are passionate about keeping our Members safe - whether they are on the road, at home, or travelling abroad. As a trusted Member-based organization, we provide products and services that are essential to Members’ safety and peace of mind. With over 2.6 million Members across Ontario and Manitoba, we advocate on issues such road safety and infrastructure, the environment, seniors’ mobility, and consumer protection. Associates share in each other’s successes, drive change and support each other while cultivating a great working environment to deliver on what is best for our Members. CAA SCO Systems & Services Inc. is a member of the CAA Club Group of Companies.

Who We Are

Are you ready to join an award-winning, purpose-driven culture? Welcome to the CAA Club Group of Companies (CCG), where purpose leads to passion!

• At CCG, we are committed to delivering an exceptional Associate experience. We offer:
• Work-life harmony with access to an award-winning holistic wellness program,
• Continuous learning through our robust corporate curriculum and education reimbursement program,
• Incredible rewards, travel incentives, and product and service discounts,
• Pay-for-performance and best-in-class recognition programs, and
• Competitive benefits that include a defined contribution plan, personal spending account, and so much more.

Join our growing team where everyone belongs!

Position Details

What You Will Do

• Develop and deliver robust solutions for network and network security projects
• Install, configure, and maintain network devices (Palo Alto, Checkpoint, Cisco FTD Firewalls, F5 load balancers, Cisco & Meraki routers and switches etc.)
• Deploy and manage SD-WAN networking solutions
• Engineer and maintain Route-Based S2S VPN, Policy-Based S2S VPN, and SSLVPN solutions
• Enforce network security and compliance with organizational policies and industry standards
• Collaborate with IT team members and cross-functional departments to plan and execute network projects
• Execute lifecycle upkeep tasks, including OS upgrades and hardware refresh cycles, ensuring timely completion
• Implement and manage SNMP alerting and monitoring frameworks
• Proactively monitor performance and optimize configurations for maximum security and efficiency
• Design, deploy, and maintain Azure network infrastructure components, including Virtual Networks, Network Security Groups, VPN Gateways, and ExpressRoute connections
• Collaborate with IT architects, security teams, and application owners to design and implement network solutions aligned with business requirements
• Implement and enforce Azure network security best practices, including firewall rules, access controls, and threat protection
• Respond promptly to incidents, service requests, and system outages, providing expert troubleshooting and resolution
• Execute a wide range of network requests, including firewall policy changes, VLAN/port provisioning, routing/switching updates, and Load Balancer configurations, etc.

Please note, salary range is not inclusive of total compensation. The expected salary range for this position will be impacted by factors such as the successful candidate’s skills, experience and working location, as well as the specific position’s business line, scope and level. Candidates with salary expectations outside of the range are encouraged to apply.

Who You Are

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) or equivalent level certification required
• 5+ years of experience in network administration or analysis position
• Worked with Cisco, Palo Alto, Checkpoint, and F5 devices
• Experienced with Cloud networking especially in Azure environment
• Deep technical understanding of TCP/IP, LAN/WAN, DNS, DHCP, NTP, LACP, VPC, OSPF, and BGP network protocols etc.
• Quick learner, with good interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with business partners and leaders in non-technical terms

Please note that internal applicants are asked to formally express their interest by applying online no later than 10 business days of the position being posted.

Please note that we may use AI tools to help us through the recruitment process.

Our Commitment

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with all applicable Provincial Human Rights and Accessibility Legislation. CCG will provide accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.