Senior Network Architect — Hybrid (Toronto)

Ian Martin Group; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 110,000 - 150,000; Part time

Job summary

Ian Martin Group is seeking a Senior Network Designer in Toronto, ON to architect and guide large-scale WAN initiatives. You will craft architectures, roadmaps, and plans for interconnecting agency products and services within provincial, national, and international contexts.

The role emphasizes automation-first approaches and cost-efficient, reusable solutions. Responsibilities include leading SD-WAN transformations, integrating AWS/Azure connectivity, and ensuring secure, high-availability

Qualifications

• End-to-end WAN design and operation experience for large enterprise networks.
• Experience with MPLS-based architectures including QoS and traffic engineering.
• Strong understanding of routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, IS-IS).
• Proven ability to lead MPLS-to-SD-WAN transformations.

Responsibilities

• Create architectures, roadmaps, and plans for interconnecting Agency products and services.
• Provide technical guidance on network and security initiatives.
• Guide portfolios to align solutions with digital vision and mandates.
• Develop visionary and tactical network solutions using automation and cloud integration.
• Identify cost savings and drive reusable, maintainable architectures.

Skills

WAN design

Large-scale WAN

MPLS to SD-WAN

BGP/OSPF/IS-IS routing

Network automation

Cloud connectivity

Hybrid architecture

Strong communication

Tools

Check Point firewall

AWS Direct Connect

Azure ExpressRoute

Cisco ISE

Job description

Ian Martin Group is seeking a Senior Network Designer in Toronto, ON to architect and guide large-scale WAN initiatives. You will craft architectures, roadmaps, and plans for interconnecting agency products and services within provincial, national, and international contexts.

The role emphasizes automation-first approaches and cost-efficient, reusable solutions. Responsibilities include leading SD-WAN transformations, integrating AWS/Azure connectivity, and ensuring secure, high-availability