Network Analyst

Imperial Dade Canada, leading national distributor, has a job open in Mississauga. We are seeking a skilled and proactive Network Analyst to maintain, optimize, and secure our organization's network infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Aruba and SonicWall hardware, strong troubleshooting skills, and a deep understanding of network security and communication protocols. This role requires initiative, analytical thinking, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within the IT team. 

Imperial Dade is a leading distributor of foodservice packaging, facilities maintenance supplies, printing papers, and equipment across North America. With a strong and growing presence in Canada, we proudly serve Canadian businesses and communities with the highest standards of quality, reliability, and service.

A Deep Canadian Legacy

Imperial Dade Canada is deeply rooted in the country, with over 135 years of Canadian history and a workforce of 1,500 Canadian employees. Our operations span 35 locations from coast to coast, including Saint John, Newfoundland and Vancouver, British Columbia—ensuring efficient service and local support nationwide. We are incorporated in Canada, and our 100% Canadian leadership team ensures that decisions for Canada are made in Canada.

Trusted by Canadian Businesses

We are a key distributor partner to many Canadian manufacturers, supporting long-standing relationships and ensuring the timely availability of high-quality products. Our Canadian customer service team understands the unique needs of Canadian businesses and delivers tailored solutions with a local touch.

Responsibilities

• Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot Aruba switches, access points, controllers, and wireless networks.
• Manage and optimize SonicWall firewall configurations, including VPNs, content filtering, and security policies.
• Monitor network performance and availability using tools such as Aruba Central or other network monitoring platforms.
• Identify and resolve connectivity, latency, and performance issues across LAN/WAN environments.
• Implement and enforce network security policies, VLAN configurations, and access controls.
• Support and maintain site-to-site and remote access VPNs.
• Collaborate with system administrators and security teams on infrastructure improvements and incident response.
• Participate in capacity planning, equipment lifecycle management, and network documentation updates.
• Assist in the design and rollout of new network infrastructure and technology upgrades.
• Stay current with emerging threats, technologies, and best practices in networking and cybersecurity.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Computer Networking, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• 3–5 years of experience in network administration or network operations required. 
• Strong knowledge of Aruba networking products (switching, wireless, Central) and SonicWall firewalls.
• Deep understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN, VLANs, routing, switching, and firewall concepts.
• Solid grasp of network and cybersecurity fundamentals (IDS/IPS, segmentation, encryption, authentication).
• Proven ability to manage and troubleshoot complex network issues independently.
• Excellent documentation, communication, and analytical skills required. 
• Certifications such as CompTIA Network+, CCNA, Aruba Certified Professional (ACP), or SonicWall Network Security Administrator (SNSA), preferred.
• Experience with network monitoring and management tools (e.g., SolarWinds, PRTG, Aruba Central), preferred.
• Exposure to cloud or hybrid environments and secure remote access configurations, preferred. 

Working/Other Conditions:

• Hybrid work model. 
• Indoor office environment. 
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. 
• Prolong periods of sitting, and computer and phone use.

At Imperial Dade, we offer an exciting environment in which to work, learn, and grow professionally. We are excited to continue to invite talented individuals with a passion for excellence to join our team.  As a family-owned and operated company, we value our people and strive to create rewarding career opportunities by offering competitive salaries and benefits, Pension, Life Insurance, and a generous Paid Time Off Package. 

Imperial Dade is an EEO Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, status as a parent, national origin, age, disability (physical or mental), family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors. If you require any support in the application process, including disability accommodation, please contact