Network Analyst

Kativik llisarniliriniq; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 56,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Kativik llisarniliriniq is seeking a Network Analyst to ensure continuous IT services across multiple sites in Nunavik. You will manage Microsoft domains, servers, VPN connectivity, backups and LAN/WAN infrastructure components.

With at least five years in a similar role and strong experience in WatchGuard and Aruba networks, you will design, implement and optimize infrastructure while supporting the team and partaking in strategic tech initiatives for the school board.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a similar network/IT role.
• Experience with Windows Server, SQL Server, IIS, Office 365, Azure.
• Strong knowledge of WAN/LAN, VPNs, firewalls and network security.
• Willing to travel to Nunavik as needed.
• Able to work proactively and autonomously in a team.

Responsibilities

• Participate in server and network services deployment across Nunavik facilities.
• Implement and manage firewalls, IDS, and antivirus systems.
• Administer and monitor wired/wireless networks and security.
• Contribute to architecture, upgrade plans and optimization efforts.
• Diagnose issues, analyze logs, and provide solutions.
• Draft and update operational documentation and network master plans.
• Provide the highest level of support and respond during emergencies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Proactive

Autonomous

Team player

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS or related field

Tools

WatchGuard Firewalls

Aruba network infra

Microsoft technologies

Hyper-V & VMware

Monitoring tools

NAS/SAN storage

DNS/DHCP/Networking

Job description

Under the general supervision of the Coordinator of IT Services, the Network Analyst will be responsible for ensuring the continuity of operational services including Microsoft domains, server environment management, multi-site VPN links, backups and the management of software and material components of the LAN/WAN infrastructure. The Network Analyst will also be expected to work and support the team in place, analyze and align technological needs in order to meet to the business needs and goals of the school board’s strategic plan, propose infrastructure development or optimization plans and ensure their execution.

Function & Duties

• Actively participate in the server and network services deployment project for all educational facilities in the 14 communities of Nunavik;
• Implement and manage firewalls, intruder detection systems and virus protection systems;
• Ensure the administration, deployment, control, programming, monitoring and safety of wired or wireless network infrastructures;
• Actively participate in architecture and technological development projects, help define update plans and optimization of software or material component plans and upgrade plans for the existing infrastructure;
• Make diagnoses, identify errors and incidents and provide solutions (log analysis, alerts, diagnostic tools, etc.);
• Ensure compliance with industry best practices, particularly in terms of safety;
• Ensure the storage and protection of data and software;
• Draft and update documentation (operational and functional procedures, network master plans, systems architecture, technical specifications, training manuals, etc.);
• Ensure the highest level of support;
• Perform any other job-related duties requested by their superior.

Qualifications

Undergraduate degree in computer science or in a field related to the position.

The Board may, at its discretion, waive any or all of the aforementioned qualifications if it finds a suitable candidate who is a beneficiary of the James Bay and Northern Québec Agreement (JBNQA) and who accepts, as a condition of employment, to follow a training plan determined by the Board.

Requirements

• Considerable expertise in WatchGuard firewalls and Aruba network infrastructure (network switches, access points, access controls);
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar position;
• Experience with Microsoft technologies: Windows Server, SQL Server, DFS, OneDrive, SCCM, SCOM, Active Directory, GPO, Office 365, Azure web services, IIS, Exchange, PowerShell;
• Experience with multi-site LAN and WAN networks, communication protocols, VPN and firewalls;
• Experience with virtualization technologies Hyper-V and Vmware;
• Experience with monitoring and supervision tools;
• Experience with NAS/SAN storage systems;
• Experience or knowledge of network services or protocols: DNS, DHCP, WINS, HTTPS, FTP, LDAP, SMB, NFS, CIFS, POP, SMTP, HTTPS, Webdav, SNMP, ICMP, Telnet, NAT, routing, proxy;
• Be prepared to travel to Nunavik as needed;
• Can be reached at any time and is ready to intervene, as needed, after an emergency;
• Strong analytical skills, proactive and autonomous;
• Ability to work as part of a team.

Assets

• Knowledge of or experience with Mac OS systems, Mozaïk, Microsoft Dynamics, scripting and programming languages, cloud computing technologies, website management, MDM systems (Mosyle) and security standards;
• Equivalent work experience with a school board or in the education sector.

Classification / Salary / Benefits

In accordance with the SPPENOM Collective Agreement for Professionals. This position belongs to job category 2120: from $55,812 to $95,643 annually depending on qualification and experience. All benefits are prorated based on the percentage of the task.