Networking Administrator

Computer Upgrading Specialists; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An IT services company based in Edmonton seeks a Network Infrastructure Specialist. You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing network solutions while ensuring security compliance. The ideal candidate has over five years of experience with extensive networking knowledge and relevant certifications. This role offers opportunities to work on-site with notable clients.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years designing and deploying network infrastructures.
• Experience in networking technologies and cybersecurity principles.
• Ability to conduct comprehensive network evaluations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, implementation, and optimization of network infrastructure solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on network systems integration.
• Monitor network performance and implement proactive tools.

Skills

Networking Technologies

Cybersecurity Principles

Post-deployment Support

Network Troubleshooting

Infrastructure Improvement

Education

Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)

Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)

Tools

Cisco IOS

NX-OS

Meraki Solutions

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years designing and deploying network infrastructures
• Demonstrated experience in both networking technologies and cybersecurity principles
• Ability to deliver post-deployment support, configuration & maintenance, and documentation while diagnosing and resolving complex network problems
• Capable of conducting comprehensive network evaluations and proposing infrastructure improvements

Technical Proficiencies Include :

• Core networking protocols and tunneling : TCP / IP, IPsec VPNs (site-to-site), GRE, DMVPN, client VPNs, NAT, and VRF
• Data center networking : VPC, VDC, Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE), Fibre Channel (FC), and virtual switch technologies
• Security appliances and protocols : firewalls, intrusion prevention / detection systems (IPS / IDS)
• Supporting Cisco platforms : IOS, NX-OS, Meraki solutions, Call Manager
• Familiarity with Software-Defined Networking (SDN) concepts and implementations
• Layer 2 networking : VLANs, Ethernet switching, and spanning tree protocols
• Layer 3 routing : hands-on experience with MPLS, BGP, EIGRP, and OSPF

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, implementation, and optimization of network infrastructure solutions
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate network systems with broader IT initiatives
• Assist in planning and executing upgrades, migrations, and expansions of network systems
• Monitor network performance and implement tools to proactively identify and address potential issues utilizing industry best practices

Certification Requirements

• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)

Company Description

Computer Upgrading Specialists Ltd. provides technicians for full-time, contract positions with multi-national IT companies. Our IT clients include Compugen, Insight, Softchoice, CompuCom and others. Our technicians typically work on site at Suncor, Cenovus, Alberta Government and other Fortune 500 companies.