Senior Technical Analyst - Network

Vancouver Airport Authority; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 99,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Technical Analyst to lead strategic initiatives in network infrastructure. This role involves managing technical architecture, guiding resources, and ensuring compliance across various IT systems. You will develop strategies for system enhancements, oversee vendor relationships, and prepare essential documentation. With a commitment to personal and professional growth, this position offers generous benefits and a collaborative environment that values diversity and inclusion. Join a team that connects communities and fosters innovation while making a significant impact in the technology landscape.

Benefits

Generous benefits

Wellness programs

Continuous learning opportunities

Community engagement

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in IT systems support and delivery.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft, Cisco, Linux, and Cloud environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategies for system enhancements and disaster recovery.
• Manage hardware and software contracts for compliance.

Skills

Microsoft IT Systems

Cisco Networking

Linux Systems

Azure/AWS Cloud Platforms

Vendor Management

Project Management

Technical Documentation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

Tools

Microsoft MCSE

Cisco CCNP

AWS Solutions Architect

Palo Alto PCNSE

F5-CTS

Job description

YVR is a place of connection, bringing together people, places, and cargo while ensuring a safe and efficient experience for everyone.

Position overview

We have an opportunity for a permanent, full-time Senior Technical Analyst - Network in the Infrastructure department. Reporting to the Manager, Technology Services, the Senior Technical Analyst will be responsible for determining the required strategy and technical architecture, leading technical decisions, managing projects and operational activities, guiding resources, managing vendors, identifying improvements, and presenting to senior management.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Developing strategies for systems in the assigned portfolio, including enhancements, patching, security, upgrades, backups, and disaster recovery, aligned with business and IT requirements.
2. Creating Preventative Maintenance Plans and troubleshooting guides in collaboration with suppliers.
3. Writing IRFs and PARs, and preparing all necessary PMO documentation.
4. Gathering technical requirements and designing inputs for system components.
5. Creating process models, specifications, diagrams, and charts to guide resources.
6. Conducting peer reviews of requirements to ensure accurate interpretation.
7. Managing hardware and software contracts, including licensing, to ensure compliance and coverage.
8. Preparing and reviewing technical support documentation, interacting with customers, team members, contractors, and support teams during transitions.

Key qualifications include:

1. Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field, with 10+ years of experience supporting and delivering IT systems in Microsoft, Cisco, Linux, and Azure/AWS environments.
2. Formal certifications such as Microsoft MCSE, Cisco CCNP, CCIE, Palo Alto PCNSE, AWS Solutions Architect, or F5-CTS are required.
3. Knowledge of underlying technologies of assigned systems.
4. Strong vendor, project, and relationship management skills.
5. Organizational, leadership, coaching, mentoring, negotiating, facilitating, and documentation skills.
6. Experience with Cloud platforms, preferably Azure.

This position is open to both Vancouver Airport Authority employees and external applicants. Previous performance will be considered for internal candidates. Short-listed candidates may undergo assessments.

Salary Range: $99,945 to $130,621 per annum, based on a 37.5-hour work week, tailored to experience and qualifications.

At YVR, we support your personal and professional growth through generous benefits, wellness programs, community engagement, and continuous learning opportunities. Learn more at [website].

Who We Are

YVR connects our province to the world, fostering innovation and change. We value diversity and inclusion, and you belong at YVR. For accessibility support or application assistance, please contact us at [contact info].