Network Administrator - Cisco & Windows

Requirements - ----------- ### Must have: ### - A Certificate, Diploma, or Degree in Information Technology, Network Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent hands-on experience. - Over 5 years of successful experience in enterprise network administration, with a solid record in managing complex environments. - Significant expertise in SD-WAN technologies, from the design phase to deployment and optimization. - Strong understanding of networking protocols and technologies (BGP, OSPF, TCP/IP, VLANs, LACP, NAT, VPNs, etc.). - Familiarity with various physical network solutions, including copper, fiber, radio, cellular, and satellite technologies. - Practical experience with advanced security technologies such as firewalls, IPS/IDS, WAF, and SASE, along with knowledge of zero-trust principles. - Experience in designing and optimizing wireless networks, ensuring best practices for coverage and reliability. - Understanding of load balancing concepts and traffic management strategies to support high-availability applications. - Proficiency with network monitoring and troubleshooting tools, along with strong problem-solving abilities under pressure. - Excellent communication skills and a team-oriented approach. - Experience with technology brands like Palo Alto, Fortinet, Zscaler, Cisco, and Aruba. - Familiarity with cloud networking concepts across providers such as AWS, Azure, or GCP. - Knowledge of automation and scripting for network management using tools like Python and Ansible. - Relevant industry certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, Fortinet NSE, or Palo Alto PCNSE. - Experience with network virtualization technologies. Responsibilities: - ---------------- - Manage and maintain the core and site network infrastructure, including routers, switches, and SD-WAN systems, ensuring their optimal performance and high availability. - Design, implement, and enhance network topologies to adapt to the organizations evolving needs and growth. - Diagnose and resolve intricate network issues, utilizing advanced diagnostic tools to minimize downtime. - Oversee the configuration, upkeep, and improvement of wireless networks, conducting site surveys for enhanced coverage and reliability. - Configure and manage firewalls, including Next-Generation Firewall features, to protect against emerging cybersecurity threats. - Implement and uphold a Zero-Trust Infrastructure, including Zero Trust Network Access, to strengthen our security posture. - Administer secure remote access technologies, ensuring dependable connectivity for remote teams. - Manage load balancers and traffic policies to enhance application performance, scalability, and resource utilization. - Establish monitoring, patch management, and audit processes for proactive maintenance, compliance, and persistent improvement. - Keep precise documentation of network configurations, standards, and procedures, contributing to policy development and process enhancements. - ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Company: - ------- We are a highly regarded TELUS client currently in search of an experienced Network Administrator to uphold, fine-tune, and safeguard our network infrastructure within a dynamic enterprise environment. This position entails collaborating closely with our internal IT team to oversee daily operations, ensuring the reliability, performance, and security of the network. This is a contract position with a duration of 12 months, with the potential to transition into a permanent role. We offer flexible work arrangements, including remote and hybrid options, based in Vancouver. The hourly pay ranges from $21.73 to $60.26. We are looking forward to adding a dedicated professional to our team. - -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------