Network Analyst, Senior

LifeLabs Medical Laboratory Services; Toronto; On-site; CAD 81,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Group Benefits

Retirement Savings Plan

Vacation and Wellness Days

Employee Wellness and Giving Programs

Professional development and reimburse

Job summary

LifeLabs Medical Laboratory Services in Toronto seeks a Senior Network Analyst to design, implement, and optimize our enterprise network across on‑prem, cloud, and LAN/WAN. You will ensure security, performance, and reliability of voice, data, video, wireless, and cloud services, leading projects and collaborating with stakeholders.

The role offers a competitive CAD salary, comprehensive rewards, and opportunities to grow within a diverse, inclusive team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, system administration, information systems management, or a related discipline.
• 6-8 years of experience in Networking Technologies with 5+ years of hands-on experience building and supporting infrastructure.
• Certifications such as Cisco CCIE or Microsoft Azure Solution Architect are assets.

Responsibilities

• Design and deploy LANs, WANs, cloud networks and wireless networks with routers, switches, firewalls, and related hardware.
• Establish best practices for installation, configuration, maintenance and troubleshooting of network equipment.
• Monitor network performance, perform audits, backups, and provide end-user support and problem resolution.
• Collaborate with management to assess capacity needs and plan upgrades; research and propose network products and standards.

Skills

LAN/WAN design

Network security

Network troubleshooting

TCP/IP/VLANs

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT or related

Tools

Cisco CCIE

Microsoft Azure

Infoblox IPAM/DNS

F5 load balancers

Palo Alto firewalls

Meraki/Nexus/Catalyst/UCSM

Job description

For over 50 years, LifeLabs has been Canada’s leading provider of laboratory diagnostic information and digital health connectivity systems, enabling patients and healthcare practitioners to diagnose, treat, monitor and prevent disease. We are passionate about empowering healthier Canadians through accessible, accurate, and innovative diagnostic services. We are committed innovators, operating Canada's first commercial genetics lab, and the country's largest online patient portal, with more than 8 million Canadians receiving their results online. More than 112 million laboratory tests come through LifeLabs’ laboratories annually, and our team of more than 6,000 passionate, caring, and diverse professionals works together as one to provide high quality testing and results that Canadians can trust. We know that behind every lab requisition, sample being tested, or investment in technology is an individual and their family counting on us. At LifeLabs, you can make a meaningful impact on Canadians’ lives every day. Our teams are at the heart of everything we do. We are proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Best Employers, reflecting our deep commitment to our core values of caring, agility, teamwork, and a customer-centered approach. As part of this commitment, LifeLabs prioritizes the ongoing development of our diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) program to better serve the needs of our diverse workforce and the communities we serve. We continue to take steps to challenge ourselves to act with courage and integrity, and to create an environment where people can be their true selves. These values are not just words on a page, they guide our actions and decisions every day and have come to define our team culture.

Job Title:

Network Analyst, Senior

Reports to:

Senior Manager, Infrastructure

Vacancy status:

This posting is for an existing position.

Purpose of the Role

The Senior Network Analyst is responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating the design, installation, and connectivity of computer and network systems to ensure the stable operation of the organization’s IT assets. This role ensures the stability and integrity of voice, data, video, wireless, and cloud network services while developing, configuring, maintaining, supporting, and optimizing all new and existing network hardware, software, and communication links. The Senior Network Analyst will also help to resolve network end-user, hardware, and software problems in a timely and accurate fashion, while providing necessary end-user training.

What You’ll Do

Network Engineering & Architecture:

• Design and deploy company LANs, WANs, cloud networks, and wireless networks, including servers, routers, switches, firewalls, and other related hardware.
• Establish best practices and policies for the installation, configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of network equipment.
• Manage and ensure the effectiveness of security solutions and cloud infrastructure, including IPS/IDS firewalls.

Monitoring, Troubleshooting & Support

• Monitor and test network performance, deploying methodologies to provide performance statistics and reports, and troubleshooting problem areas as needed.
• Ensure the network connectivity of all servers, workstations, telephone equipment, fax machines, and other network appliances.
• Perform server and security audits, as well as system backups and recovery.
• Oversee the installation, configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of end-user workstation hardware and software, providing direct end-user support and problem resolution.

Projects & Technical

• Collaborate with management and department leaders to assess short and long-term network capacity needs, ensuring capacity meets existing and future requirements.
• Conduct research and make recommendations on network products, services, protocols, and standards to support procurement and development efforts.
• Assess, approve, and administer all equipment, hardware, and software upgrades, and plan the installation of remote hardware and software across the organization's network.

Administration

• Practice network asset management by maintaining network component inventory, related documentation, and technical specification information.
• Develop, implement, and approve all network administration, management, configuration documentation, policies, procedures, and disaster recovery plans.
• Plan and assist management in budgeting for network hardware and software procurement.
• Interact and negotiate with vendors, outsourcers, and contractors to secure products and services.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, system administration, information systems management, or a related discipline.
• Relevant certifications such as Cisco CCIE , Microsoft Azure Solution Architect as considered an asset
• 6-8 years of experience in Networking Technologies, with 5+ years of hands‑on technical experience building and supporting infrastructure.
• Strong experience in networking concepts, protocols, and technologies including TCP/IP, VLANs, routing, switching, F5 load balancers, Palo Alto firewalls, Forescout appliances, Infoblox IPAM/DNS, Cisco Meraki/Nexus/Catalyst/UCSM
• Experience in NOC, network automation and SME supporting enterprise level infrastructure and datacenters is considered an asset

Why Join Us?

Join us as a Senior Network Analyst and play a key role in designing, securing, and optimizing a modern enterprise network environment. You'll work with leading technologies across networking, cloud, and cybersecurity, contribute to impactful infrastructure projects, and help shape the future of our technology landscape while growing your expertise in a collaborative and innovative team.

Salary range:

$81,431 - $103,825 CAD annually (commensurate with experience)

LifeLabs’ compensation programs are commensurate based on the role, skill, effort, responsibility and working conditions, irrespective of gender, race, ethnicity, beliefs, age or any other personal characteristics. Pay programs are communicated regularly in an accessible and transparent manner.

LifeLabs is also proud to offer resources, opportunities, as well as a collaborative and supportive environment that enables our team members to thrive. In Addition To a Competitive Compensation Package, LifeLabs Provides a Comprehensive Total Rewards Program, Specific To The Job Position. Your Package May Include

• Employee Group Benefits: Competitive coverage for employees and their families to support their overall health and wellness needs, including Extended Health Care, Dental Care, and Life Insurance.
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Vacation and Wellness Days
• Employee Wellness and Giving Programs: Our award winning mental, physical and financial wellness programs aim to address the comprehensive well-being of our team members, including resources like the Employee & Family Assistance Program, financial planning tools, and employee recognition initiatives.
• Professional development and membership reimbursement, access to preferred rates and discount programs, including WorkPerks, Home and Auto Insurance, Costco Membership, etc., and optional health-related benefits.

In accordance with LifeLabs’ Accessibility Policy, and the applicable Accessibility Acts within the provinces we operate in, accommodations are available by request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. For a confidential inquiry or to request an accommodation, please contact your recruiter or email [e-mail].

Vaccinations are highly encouraged at LifeLabs’. Vaccinations and/or immunization screening may be mandatory for selected employees if regulated by provincial or regional governments, or through employer-led vaccination policies in the facilities we service. Please ensure you ask if this position requires the successful candidate to be vaccinated or undergo immunization screening.