Network Specialist
7 days ago
**JOB DESCRIPTION**
**TITLE: NETWORK SPECIALIST**
**DEPARTMENT: OPERATIONS - TECHNOLOGY AND INFRASTRUCTURE SUPPORT**
**PAY GRADE: P5**
**GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITY**
The incumbent has extensive knowledge of routing and switching, firewall management, security protocols, cloud network technologies and experience working in a NetOps environment.
**NATURE AND SCOPE**
- Configures, implements, and maintains enterprise network infrastructure, including LAN, WAN, WLAN, and SD-WAN environments
- Monitors, troubleshoots, and optimizes network security solutions, including firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and access control policies
- Participates in the deployment and administration of cloud and hybrid network infrastructure (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP)
- Responds to and resolves Tier 2/3 network incidents, escalating to the Network Team Lead as needed for complex issues
- Monitors network performance, capacity, and security posture, proactively identifying areas for improvement
- Performs network maintenance activities, including software upgrades, patch management, and infrastructure refreshes
- Executes system upgrades, migrations, and new technology deployments
- Maintains network diagrams, documentation and standard operating procedures
- Communicates with internal stakeholders and external vendors
- Performs other related work, as required and assigned by the Network Team Lead
**EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE**
- Diploma or degree in Computer Science Technology or a related discipline (or an equivalent combination of training and experience)
- 3 to 5 years of experience in enterprise network operations and support
- Industry certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, JNCIA, or PCNSA, or equivalent are highly desirable
- ITIL Foundation v3 or later accreditation is preferred
- Experience working with network automation, scripting, and Infrastructure as Code (e.g., Ansible, Python, Terraform)
- Experience in deploying and managing cloud networking services in AWS, Azure, or GCP is desirable
- Hands-on experience with network monitoring and management tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Splunk, PRTG, Wireshark)
- Experience operating a multi-tenant, highly segmented data center network is desirable
**KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES**
- Deep knowledge of routing and switching protocols (e.g., BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, STP, VLANs, VXLAN)
- Expertise in firewall management, including rule optimization, logging, and incident response
- Proficiency in network automation and scripting to streamline operations and reduce manual configurations
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex network issues
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to collaborate with a cross-functional technical teams
- Ability to work independently on key initiatives
**WORKING ENVIRONMENT**
- Must obtain and maintain a RCMP Secret Level security clearance
- Occasional availability to work outside of regular working hours
- Must reside in the Lower Mainland
- After hours on-call support required on a rotational basis
- Hybrid work environment - remote and in-office
- Occasional travel may be required
- Monday to Friday 40 paid hours per week
**This job posting closes on August 29, 2025
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