Network AnalystLocation: Regina, SK
Onsite Flexibility: Onsite
Contract Details- Position Type: Contract
- Contract Duration: 18 months (with up to 4 additional 1-year extensions possible; expectation is that this will be a long-term, multi-year contract)
- Pay Rate: C$50.00–C$150.00 / Hour (CAD)
- Travel Requirements: Occasional travel to remote worksites within the province will be necessary.
Job SummaryA leading energy organization is actively seeking a highly skilled Network Analyst to become an integral part of the Enterprise Networks team. The individual selected for this role will be instrumental in the operational administration and implementation of the LAN/WAN infrastructure, which is vital for supporting both corporate and SCADA networks. The candidate will collaborate with the team to ensure network infrastructure is configured and implemented according to the latest industry and security best practices. This position requires a professional with a minimum of five years of recent, hands-on experience in network administration, analysis, and design/architecture. The role is not only focused on day-to-day operational network administration but also significantly contributes to the ongoing enhancement, architectural design, planning, and implementation initiatives within the organization's network infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities- Administer, implement, troubleshoot, and document the enterprise network to ensure its continuous and efficient operation, complete with thorough documentation.
- Develop strategic plans for network device evolution, aligning with both current and future business needs and industry benchmarks.
- Provide expert-level technical support, administration, and engineering for all network devices to guarantee their optimal performance.
- Monitor and optimize network performance, swiftly troubleshoot and resolve any system issues to ensure high availability and reliability.
- Manage network disaster recovery processes, including meticulous planning, implementation, maintenance, and comprehensive testing.
- Engage with corporate and field employees, promptly addressing technology concerns and escalating complex issues as needed.
- Implement network equipment updates in accordance with established company protocols to ensure ongoing security and functionality.
- Maintain system integrity through effective change control, problem management procedures, and consistent communication with internal stakeholders.
- Stay abreast of the latest networking technologies, certifications, and industry developments to maintain a high level of expertise and adaptability.
- Contribute to departmental goals by organizing and overseeing work processes and fostering effective teamwork.
- Ensure compliance with Standard Operating Procedures in the execution of role responsibilities.
- Participate actively in team meetings, sharing insights and expertise to drive collective success.
- Collaborate across diverse teams to develop scalable and adaptable network solutions.
- Represent Digital Technology & Security with a commitment to the department's strategic goals and objectives.
Required Skills- Demonstrated expertise in Spine and Leaf data center networks utilizing VXLAN with BGP EVPN.
- Demonstrated experience designing, implementing, and maintaining various routing protocols including BGP, EIGRP, and OSPF.
- Comprehensive hands-on experience with Cisco's suite of networking equipment, including switches and routers; proficiency extends to working with various Cisco CLI interfaces, encompassing IOS, IOS-XE, and NX-OS, ensuring comprehensive configuration and administration across multiple Cisco platforms.
- Comprehensive hands-on experience with Fortinet's suite of networking equipment, including firewalls, switches, and access points.
- Comprehensive hands-on experience with Fortinet security tools including FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer, and FortiNAC.
- Demonstrated experience in configuring and maintaining network resources in Microsoft Azure including virtual networks, virtual network peering, route tables, Front Door, WAF, and network security groups.
- Additional expertise in Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI).
- Skilled in the configuration and management of load balancers and web application firewalls; a deep understanding and implementation of network security best practices.
- A proven track record in deploying network technologies within organizational technology projects.
- Excellent collaboration skills within multi-disciplinary project teams.
- A thorough understanding of enterprise-level networks and the integration of on-premises and cloud environments.
- Additional experience with LTE and satellite communication technologies.
- Experience with ITIL frameworks and Change Management processes.
- Relevant experience in operating supervisory controls and data acquisition (SCADA) networks.
- Relevant job experience in North America with a provincial government, Crown or Oil & Gas Transmission company, or equivalent.
Required Experience- Minimum of five years of recent, hands-on experience in network administration, analysis, and design/architecture.
Work Environment / Physical Requirements- Work must be performed primarily on site at the Regina head office.
- Occasional travel to remote worksites within the province will be necessary.
- Ability to work on rotational on-call shifts and to work periodic overtime will be required.
About the ClientThis client is a leading business intelligence and energy sector organization operating in Western Canada, delivering innovative technology and infrastructure solutions that support critical corporate and industrial operations. The organization employs network engineers, infrastructure analysts, cybersecurity professionals, and digital technology specialists who collaborate across enterprise and operational technology environments.
About GTTGTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.
Job Number: 26-11010 Industry: Information Technology
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