Network Analyst

Swift Recruit; Regina; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Swift Recruit is seeking a Network Analyst for our client in Regina, SK, to support LAN/WAN infrastructure and related SCADA networks. The role focuses on operation, implementation, and documentation of enterprise networks with a strong emphasis on security best practices.

Candidates should have 5+ years of hands-on network administration and design experience, with on-site availability in Regina and willingness to travel.

Qualifications

• At least five years of hands-on network administration experience.
• Experience in design/architecture of enterprise networks.
• Requires on-site Regina, SK work and willingness to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Administer, implement, troubleshoot, and document the enterprise network to ensure its continuous and efficient operation, with thorough documentation.
• Develop strategic plans for network device evolution aligned with business needs and benchmarks.
• Provide expert-level technical support, administration, and engineering for all network devices.
• Monitor and optimize network performance, troubleshoot and resolve issues to ensure high availability.
• Manage network disaster recovery processes including planning, implementation, maintenance and testing.
• Collaborate with corporate and field employees to address technology concerns and escalate complex issues.
• Implement network equipment updates per company protocols to ensure security and functionality.
• Maintain system integrity through change control and incident management with stakeholders.
• Stay updated on networking technologies, certifications, and industry developments.
• Contribute to departmental goals by organizing work processes and fostering teamwork.
• Ensure SOP compliance in role responsibilities and participate in team meetings.

Skills

Network administration

LAN/WAN

Cloud platforms

Network security

Tools

Cisco switches/routers

Fortinet FortiGate/FortiAnalyzer

FortiNAC

Azure networking

Job description

Our client in Regina, SK is looking for a Network Analyst for an initial 7-month contract till March 31, 2027, with the option for 4 x 1yr additional renewals. This is an onsite role and the successful candidate must be currently residing in the Regina area or be willing to relocate to the area for the duration of the contract.

What you will be doing:

Our client is actively seeking a highly skilled Network Analyst to become an integral part of the Enterprise Networks team. The individual selected for this role will be instrumental in the operational administration and implementation of the LAN/WAN infrastructure, which is vital for supporting both corporate and SCADA networks. The candidate will collaborate with the team to ensure network infrastructure is configured and implemented according to the latest industry and security best practices.

• Administer, implement, troubleshoot, and document the enterprise network to ensure its continuous and efficient operation, complete with thorough documentation,
• Develop strategic plans for network device evolution, aligning with both current and future business needs and industry benchmarks,
• Provide expert-level technical support, administration, and engineering for all network devices to guarantee their optimal performance,
• Monitor and optimize network performance, swiftly troubleshoot and resolve any system issues to ensure high availability and reliability,
• Manage network disaster recovery processes, including meticulous planning, implementation, maintenance, and comprehensive testing,
• Engage with corporate and field employees, promptly addressing technology concerns and escalating complex issues as needed,
• Implement network equipment updates in accordance with established company protocols to ensure ongoing security and functionality,
• Maintain system integrity through effective change control, problem management procedures, and consistent communication with internal stakeholders,
• Stay abreast of the latest networking technologies, certifications, and industry developments to maintain a high level of expertise and adaptability,
• Contribute to departmental goals by organizing and overseeing work processes and fostering effective teamwork,
• Ensure compliance with Standard Operating Procedures in the execution of role responsibilities,
• Participate actively in team meetings, sharing insights and expertise to drive collective success,
• Collaborate across diverse teams to develop scalable and adaptable network solutions,
• Represent Digital Technology & Security with a commitment to the department's strategic goals and objectives.

What you must have:

• Resource must have at minimum five (5) years of recent, practical network administration experience and design/architecture experience.
• Resource must have a valid Class 5 Saskatchewan Driver’s License or equivalent.
• Resource must be able to work and be located full-time on site at clients Head Office in Regina, SK; Monday to Friday, 8 am to 5 pm.
• Resource must be able to travel outside Regina, SK, including occasional overnight stays as required.
• Resource must be able to work on-call on a rotational basis in 1-week intervals.

This position requires a professional with a minimum of five years of recent, hands-on experience in network administration, analysis, and design/architecture. The role is not only focused on day-to-day operational network administration but also significantly contributes to the ongoing enhancement, architectural design, planning, and implementation initiatives within the network infrastructure.

• Demonstrated expertise Spine and Leaf data center networks utilizing VXLAN with BGP EVPN,
• Demonstrated experience designing, implementing and maintain various routing protocols including BGP, EIGRP and OSPF,
• Comprehensive hands-on experience with Cisco's suite of networking equipment, including switches, routers,
• Comprehensive hands-on experience with Fortinet’s suite of networking equipment, including firewalls, switches, and access points,
• Comprehensive hands-on experience with Fortinet security tools including FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer, and FortiNAC,
• Demonstrated experience in configuring and maintaining network resources in Microsoft Azure including virtual networks, virtual network peering, route tables, Front Door, WAF and network security groups,
• Additional expertise in Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) and Amazon Web Services (AWS)
• Skilled in the configuration and management of load balancers and web application firewalls,
• A deep understanding and implementation of network security best practices,
• A proven track record in deploying network technologies within organizational technology projects,
• Excellent collaboration skills within multi-disciplinary project teams,
• A thorough understanding of enterprise-level networks and the integration of on-premises and cloud environments,
• Additional experience with LTE and satellite communication technologies,
• Experience with ITIL frameworks and Change Management processes,
• Relevant experience in operating supervisory controls and data acquisition (SCADA) networks,
• Relevant job experience in North America.
• Resource must be able to attend an in-person interview, if shortlisted. The above experience should be clearly detailed within submitted Resume.

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. If you are selected to move forward in the process, we will contact you directly. If you do not hear from us, we encourage you to continue visiting our website for other roles that may be a good fit.