Senior Network Analyst

Precision Drilling Corporation; Calgary; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Precision Drilling Corporation is seeking a Senior Network Analyst to lead the design and evolution of a secure, high-performance network environment across North America and beyond. You will work hands-on with firewall, routing, and switching to shape critical infrastructure rather than simply maintain it.

The role offers exposure to Fortinet FortiGate suite, SASE/ZTNA concepts, and hybrid cloud connectivity with Azure ExpressRoute, collaborating with cybersecurity and operations teams.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in enterprise networking.
• Strong expertise in Fortinet firewalls and network security platforms.
• Advanced knowledge of routing, switching, wireless, and network design.
• Experience in complex, distributed environments; telecom, remote sites, or industrial/OT experience is an asset.
• Fortinet (NSE4, NSE7) or Cisco (CCNA, CCNP, CCIE) certifications are an asset

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and optimize enterprise network infrastructure across LAN, WAN, WLAN, VPN, and cloud connectivity
• Lead and evolve the Fortinet ecosystem, including FortiGate, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer, and SASE/ZTNA
• Troubleshoot and enhance complex routing, switching, and wireless environments using BGP, OSPF, and STP
• Support hybrid cloud networking in Azure, including ExpressRoute and connectivity for remote field operations
• Provide Tier 3 escalation support and lead root cause analysis for complex network issues
• Collaborate with infrastructure, cybersecurity, and operations teams to deliver resilient, scalable solutions
• Participate in on-call rotations and occasional travel to field locations while driving continuous improvement and cost-effective solutions

Skills

Fortinet firewalls

Network security

Routing & Switching

Wireless networking

BGP/OSPF

Job description

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Precision Drilling operates complex global infrastructure supporting remote operations across North America and the Middle East. We’re looking for a Senior Network Analyst to lead the design and evolution of a secure, high-performance network environment.

This role is ideal for a hands-on network engineer with deep firewall, routing, and switching expertise who wants to shape critical infrastructure—not just maintain it.

WHY JOIN PRECISION:

Work on large-scale, real-world network challenges across global operations. Precision invests in modern network security and cloud connectivity, giving you the opportunity to influence architecture decisions in a collaborative team environment focused on safety, performance, and continuous improvement.

CULTURE:

Precision Drilling fosters a strong safety culture through our Human Organizational Performance (HOP) approach, focusing on learning, communication, and supporting our people. We invest in career growth through continuous training and development, encourage balance with competitive benefits and generous time off, and foster a team-oriented workplace grounded in integrity and trust. When you join Precision, you join a company that puts people first.

DAY IN THE LIFE:

• Design, implement, and optimize enterprise network infrastructure across LAN, WAN, WLAN, VPN, and cloud connectivity
• Lead and evolve the Fortinet ecosystem, including FortiGate, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer, and SASE/ZTNA
• Troubleshoot and enhance complex routing, switching, and wireless environments using BGP, OSPF, and STP
• Support hybrid cloud networking in Azure, including ExpressRoute and connectivity for remote field operations
• Provide Tier 3 escalation support and lead root cause analysis for complex network issues
• Collaborate with infrastructure, cybersecurity, and operations teams to deliver resilient, scalable solutions
• Participate in on-call rotations and occasional travel to field locations while driving continuous improvement and cost-effective solutions

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU:

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in enterprise networking
• Strong expertise in Fortinet firewalls and network security platforms
• Advanced knowledge of routing, switching, wireless, and network design
• Experience in complex, distributed environments; telecom, remote sites, or industrial/OT experience is an asset
• Fortinet (NSE4, NSE7) or Cisco (CCNA, CCNP, CCIE) certifications are an asset