Network Analyst

Arctiq; Regina; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Arctiq is seeking a seasoned Network Analyst to support LAN/WAN infrastructure for a major client in Saskatchewan. You will design, implement, and optimize enterprise networks supporting corporate and SCADA systems, with hands-on responsibilities in security, routing, and cloud integrations.

This role requires 5+ years of experience, deep knowledge of Spine/Leaf data center designs, and proficiency across Cisco and Fortinet platforms, including Azure and OCI."

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of recent, hands-on experience in network administration, analysis, and design/architecture.
• Demonstrated expertise in Spine and Leaf data center networks using VXLAN with BGP EVPN.
• Experience designing and maintaining routing protocols including BGP, EIGRP and OSPF.
• Cisco networking equipment across switches/routers; familiarity with IOS, IOS-XE, NX-OS.
• Fortinet switches, firewalls, access points, and FortiManager/ FortiAnalyzer/ FortiNAC.
• Azure networking: VNets, peering, route tables, Front Door, WAF, NSGs; OCI experience.
• Load balancers and web application firewall configuration and management.
• Strong network security practices and enterprise integration of on-prem and cloud.
• Experience with ITIL and Change Management; exposure to SCADA networks.

Responsibilities

• Administer, implement, troubleshoot, and document the enterprise network with thorough records.
• Develop strategic plans for network device evolution aligned to business needs.
• Provide expert-level support, administration, and engineering for client network devices.
• Monitor performance, troubleshoot issues, ensure high availability.
• Manage disaster recovery planning, implementation, and testing.
• Collaborate with corporate and field teams to address technology concerns.
• Update network equipment per company protocols for ongoing security.
• Maintain change control and communication with stakeholders.
• Stay current with networking technologies and industry developments.
• Contribute to team goals and drive scalable network solutions across projects.
• Represent Digital Technology & Security in line with department objectives.

Skills

VXLAN EVPN

BGP

EIGRP

OSPF

Cisco IOS

NX-OS

Fortinet

FortiManager

FortiAnalyzer

FortiNAC

Azure

OCI

WAF

Security

SCADA

ITIL

Change Management

LAN/WAN

Load Balancers

Tools

Cisco devices

Job description

Company Overview

Arctiq is a global, intelligence-driven technology services company delivering professional and managed services across Hybrid Cloud Infrastructure, Networking & Connected Experiences, Cybersecurity, Data & AI, Autonomous Operations & Intelligence, and Enterprise Service Management. We help organizations operate, secure, and modernize complex environments by unifying infrastructure, networking, data, security, automation, and observability under a single, integrated operating model. Our work focuses on helping customers reduce operational friction, improve resilience, and make better, faster decisions as their environments evolve. Arctiq builds on decades of industry expertise and a customer-centric ethos to deliver exceptional value to clients across diverse industries.

Company Overview

Arctiq is a global, intelligence-driven technology services company delivering professional and managed services across Hybrid Cloud Infrastructure, Networking & Connected Experiences, Cybersecurity, Data & AI, Autonomous Operations & Intelligence, and Enterprise Service Management. We help organizations operate, secure, and modernize complex environments by unifying infrastructure, networking, data, security, automation, and observability under a single, integrated operating model. Our work focuses on helping customers reduce operational friction, improve resilience, and make better, faster decisions as their environments evolve. Arctiq builds on decades of industry expertise and a customer-centric ethos to deliver exceptional value to clients across diverse industries. This is a contract opportunity with one of Arctiq's clients. It is a requirement to be onsite Monday-Friday in Saskatchewan, Canada.

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Network Analyst for our client. 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. 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 client’s network infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• 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 client 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

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of recent, hands‑on experience in network administration, analysis, and design/architecture.
• Demonstrated expertise in Spine and Leaf data center networks utilizing VXLAN with BGP EVPN
• Demonstrated experience designing, implementing and maintaining various routing protocols including BGP, EIGRP and OSPF
• Comprehensive hands‑on experience with Cisco's suite of networking equipment, including switches and routers; proficiency extends to working with various Cisco CLI interfaces, encompassing IOS, IOS-XE, and NX-OS, ensuring comprehensive configuration and administration across multiple Cisco platforms
• 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)
• 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 with a provincial government, Crown or Oil & Gas Transmission company, or equivalent

Arctiq is an equal opportunity employer. If you need any accommodations or adjustments throughout the interview process and beyond, please let us know. We celebrate our inclusive work environment and welcome members of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply.

We thank you for your interest in joining the Arctiq team! While we welcome all applicants, only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.