Network Engineer

Cognizant; Mississauga; Remote; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global IT service provider seeks a seasoned Network Engineer in Mississauga, Canada. The ideal candidate will design enterprise network solutions and lead cross-functional teams. Experience with SDN, F5 BIG-IP, and strong problem-solving skills are essential. This remote position offers flexibility and promotes work-life balance.

Benefits

Wellbeing programs

Flexible work arrangements

Qualifications

• Experience with IT Infrastructure background.
• Technical leadership and mentorship to network engineers.
• Experience with SDN and network virtualization.
• Knowledge of Zero Trust architecture.

Responsibilities

• Design and architect enterprise network solutions.
• Lead deployment and optimization of F5 BIG-IP modules.
• Develop and implement load balancing strategies.
• Collaborate with security teams for compliance.
• Create and maintain detailed network documentation.

Skills

Proactive problem solver

Strong technical acumen

Customer-first mindset

Excellent communication skills

Stakeholder management

Tools

F5 BIG-IP

VMware NSX

Cisco ACI

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a seasoned Network Engineer with experience with IT Infrastructure background. The ideal candidate will be a proactive problem solver with strong technical acumen and a customer-first mindset, capable of delivering high-quality support in dynamic enterprise environments.

About Cognizant’s CIS Practice

Cognizant’s CIS (Cognizant Infrastructure Services) Practice is a global leader in providing IT infrastructure services. We deliver innovative solutions to optimize and transform IT infrastructure, ensuring business agility and operational efficiency. Our services include cloud computing, data center management, network services, and cybersecurity. We focus on understanding client needs and delivering customized solutions to drive business success.

Responsibilities

• Design and architect enterprise network solutions including LAN/WAN, SD-WAN, VPN, and cloud connectivity
• Lead the deployment and optimization of F5 BIG-IP modules (LTM, GTM/DNS, ASM, APM)
• Develop and implement load balancing strategies, SSL offloading, and traffic management using iRules and iApps
• Collaborate with security teams to integrate network security policies and ensure compliance
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend improvements to network architecture
• Create and maintain detailed network documentation including diagrams, standards, and procedures

Qualifications

• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to network engineers and operations teams
• Experience with SDN and network virtualization (VMware NSX, Cisco ACI)
• Knowledge of Zero Trust architecture and secure access frameworks
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive strategic initiatives

At Cognizant, we're eager to meet people who believe in our mission and can make an impact in various ways! We strongly encourage you to apply even if you only meet the required skills listed. Consider what transferrable experience and skills make you an outstanding applicant and help us see how you'd be helpful to this role.

Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in Canada without requiring employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

At Cognizant, we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible, and we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs.

Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a remote position open to qualified applicants in Ontario and/or Nova Scotia, where our hubs are located. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs.

Note: The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you’re engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.