Network and Services Architecture Advisor

Bell Canada; Quebec; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Mental health benefits

Employee discount

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Bell Canada in Canada seeks a seasoned Network and Services Architect to drive strategic vision for telecom infrastructure, translating business goals into robust LAN/WAN, security, and cloud designs, ensuring seamless integration across the technology ecosystem.

You will lead architecture definitions, develop roadmaps and governance standards, and act as a trusted advisor to project teams while coordinating with IT and security stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Computer Engineering or IT.
• 7+ years of IT experience in large-scale network/security architecture.
• Experience with LAN/WAN, data centers, and Wi-Fi.

Responsibilities

• Design and document architectures for networks, security, and telecommunications services.
• Develop roadmaps, business cases, and governance standards for architectures.
• Act as trusted advisor to project teams and leadership; assess external proposals and support procurement.
• Define monitoring, high-availability, and disaster recovery strategies.

Skills

Routing & switching

SD-WAN & security

Cloud integration

Leadership & communication

Education

Bachelor's degree (Computer Engineering or IT)

Job description

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Network and Services Architecture Advisor

Connection is everything. It drives us to innovate, explore, and stay close to what matters to us most. At Bell, we’re building a more connected future through world-class networks, AI-powered solutions, and digital experiences that elevate how people live, work, and play every day.

We believe in empowering people. That’s why we equip our teams with cutting- edge technology, AI tools, and a collaborative environment that supports creativity and growth. Want to be part of a diverse team where your work makes a real impact? If you’re inspired by innovation that advances how people connect and transforms what’s possible, you belong on #TeamBell.

On the Bell Business Markets team, you’ll be a vital part of making innovation happen for enterprise-scale customers. You’ll deliver advanced solutions in areas such as IoT, Mobility/5G, Cloud, Cyber Security, Voice, Collaboration & Contact Centre and Internet & Private Networks.

At Bell, your skills and expertise will help set us apart as we continue to be the leading provider of digital connections and next generation services to businesses and governments.

Summary

We are seeking a seasoned Network and Services Architect to drive the strategic vision and evolution of our telecommunications infrastructure. Acting as a trusted advisor, the ideal candidate will be responsible for designing complex technology architectures spanning LAN/WAN networks, security solutions, and cloud environments. This individual will translate business objectives into robust, highly available, and secure solutions while ensuring seamless integration across our broader technology ecosystem.

Key Responsibilities

• 1. Strategy and Architecture Design
  • Complex Architecture Definition: Design and document both high-level and detailed architectures for networks, security, and telecommunications services, ensuring alignment with the organization's strategic objectives.
  • Technology Investment Planning: Develop roadmaps, business cases, and cost-benefit analyses to support technology investment decisions.
  • Governance and Standards: Establish and evolve architecture principles, policies, standards, and best practices for communication infrastructures.
  • Technology Innovation and Research: Lead continuous technology scouting efforts to identify emerging opportunities (e.g., SD-WAN, cloud services, advanced security solutions) and assess their business value.
• 2. Advisory and Integration
  • Subject Matter Expert: Serve as the primary technical advisor and strategic consultant to project teams, leadership committees, and internal stakeholders.
  • Hybrid and Cloud Integration: Ensure seamless integration and connectivity between new technology infrastructures, existing networks, and cloud platforms (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS).
  • Technical Validation: Assess and validate architecture proposals developed by external vendors and internal engineering teams.
  • Procurement Support: Contribute to technical specifications, RFP development, and proposal evaluations for the acquisition of technology products and third-party services.
• 3. Governance and Security
  • Secure Architecture Design: Develop integrated network security architectures, including network segmentation, access control, and external traffic protection, to safeguard corporate information assets.
  • Business Continuity: Assist in developing high-availability strategies and designing robust disaster recovery solutions for critical business services.
  • Monitoring Strategy: Define requirements and approaches for proactive monitoring of technology environments, ensuring availability, performance, and security.

Critical Qualifications

• Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Experience
  • More than 7 years of overall IT experience, including significant experience in large-scale network, security, or telecommunications architecture roles.
  • Proven experience developing strategic technology roadmaps and designing geographically distributed enterprise networks (LAN/WAN, Wi-Fi, data centers).
• Technical Expertise
  • Strong knowledge of routing and switching protocols, including:
    • o BGP
    • o OSPF
    • o STP
  • Expertise in advanced firewall technologies and next-generation WAN access solutions such as SD-WAN.
  • Hands-on experience designing hybrid network architectures connected to major public cloud platforms such as:
    • o Microsoft Azure
    • o Amazon Web Services (AWS)
    • o Equivalent cloud providers
• Communication and Leadership
  • Strong ability to develop, write, and present strategic and executive-level documentation, including business cases, opportunity assessments, and architecture proposals.
  • Demonstrated leadership, organizational skills, and excellent interpersonal abilities to drive change and collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholder groups.
• Nice to Have
  • Advanced professional certifications in networking, security, or cloud architecture, such as:
    • o CCNP
    • o CISSP
    • o Cloud Architecture certifications (Azure, AWS, etc.)

Adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec.

Additional Information:

Position Type: Management

Job Status:Regular - Full Time

For work arrangements that are ‘Hybrid’, successful candidates must be based in Canada and report to a set Bell office for a minimum of 3 days a week. Recognizing the importance of work-life balance, Bell offers flexibility in work hours based on the business needs.

We know that caring for our team members is at the heart of a healthy, positive and thriving workplace. As part of our team, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes a competitive salary and a wide range of benefits to support the well-being of you and your family. As soon as you join us, you'll be eligible for medical, dental, vision and mental health benefits that you can tailor to your specific needs. Plus, as a Bell team member, you'll enjoy a 35% discount on our services and access exclusive offers from our partners.

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