Intermediate Network Consultant

Join to apply for the Intermediate Network Consultant role at Long View SystemsLong View. A career that helps you get more out of life.A Long View career helps you get more out of life. We don’t just say it, we prove it. Every day. We’re proud of our reputation as one of North America’s most dynamic IT providers — and we’re even prouder of our culture that allows our people to live life to its fullest. At Long View, we create an environment of collaboration and support, of innovation and enthusiasm, of inclusion and belonging.Are you passionate about providing solutions for clients and working for a company that believes in investing in their employees?We are looking for an energetic and client-orientated Network Consultant for our Integrated Global Services branch to be based out of our Calgary, Edmonton, Toronto or Vancouver branch. You will be a member of our Service Delivery team and work on multiple projects with various clients. You will build trusted relationships with clients and internal stakeholders, while providing consultancy services for the design and implementation of industry leading network solutions.A Day in the Life:Participate in operational escalations to diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve hardware, software, or other network and system problems, and replace defective components when necessaryDesign, implement, and manage automated workflows for configuration and deployment in hybrid cloud and on-premises environmentsDevelop reusable, modular code libraries to streamline workflows and support diverse use cases across network devices and cloud platformsRecommend changes to improve systems and network configurations in client environments, and determine hardware or software requirementsIdentify roadblocks preventing the successful continuation of network services, determine options available to work past roadblocks, and escalate to leadership when requiredUnderstand how to administrate and support a variety of technologies including but not limited to Cisco Routers and Switches, Cisco Security Solutions, IGP and EGP routing protocols, VPN, and other technologies and vendor devices as neededCollaborate with clients and develop depth in understanding their business and how Long View network services supports their needAct as the go-to technical resource, assisting our clients with system monitoring, ticket resolution and maintenance to ensure optimal performance and availabilityWork with clients on capacity planning, installations, patching, upgrades, configuration, and administration of systems on various physical and virtual platformsWhat You Bring:3+ years of experience in an IT environment with network architecture design and deploymentExperience with networking and security1+ years of Azure, Google Cloud and AWS Networking conceptsExperience with Meraki, Fortinet, FortiNAC PaloAlto, or Aruba devicesThorough understanding and experience with the following fundamental technologies:IGP and EGP routing protocols, ie: OSPF, BGPRoute filtering and policy-based routingSite-to-Site and remote access VPN technologiesNetwork layer Quality of Service (QoS)Layer 2 Switching TechnologiesFirewall ManagementUtilize API-driven orchestration across Azure, AWS, and GCP to automate cloud networking tasks, including the setting of firewall rules, updating security groups, and routing trafficDesign, implement, and manage automated workflows for configuration and deployment in hybrid cloud and on-premises environmentsDevelop reusable, modular code libraries to streamline workflows and support diverse use cases across network devices and cloud platformsEvaluate the potential impact of automated changes, proactively mitigate risks, and ensure network reliability and security.Implement robust testing strategies before pushing changes to productionCollaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate network automation workflowsFamiliarity with vendor-specific APIs (Cisco’s NX-API, Juniper’s Junos Extension Toolkit) and other network automation APIs and protocols such as NETCONF and RESTCONKnowledge of industry best practice LAN design and deployment methodology and a structured approach to troubleshootingExperience in SD-WAN, SD-Access and SD-Data Center technologiesAbility to deliver concise, accurate technical documentation and diagramsExposure to and understanding of network automation techniques and technologiesWhat Makes You Extra Awesome:Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)Fortinet Certified Professional (FCP) and/or related certificationAZ-700Why Work at Long View:Great people and cultureComprehensive benefits package from day oneRecognition programsCareer growth – Permanent staff positions, paid training, career life planning, and relocation and travel opportunitiesExpected salary between $60,835 to $79,847 with 10% variable incentive.Long View’s mission of building the best and most sustainable team-driven organization requires dedicated and ambitious people. Through employee resource groups, impactful and effective conversations, townhalls and various company-wide training, including how to reduce unconscious bias, we are fostering an inclusive environment. We are committed to taking consistent, positive and lifelong action to be a diverse and equitable workplace because we know that the most effective companies are made up of people with varied identities, experiences and backgrounds.Long View is an equal opportunity employer. If you have any accommodation requests for your interview or the role, please let your friendly Recruiter know. #J-18808-Ljbffr