Senior Network Consultant

Long View Systems • Calgary, AB

7d • Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for an energetic and client-orientated Network Consultant for our Calgary branch to be based out of our Calgary office. You will be a member of our Service Delivery team and work on multiple projects with our client. You will build trusted relationships with clients and internal stakeholders, while providing consultancy services for the design and implementation of industry leading network solutions.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in an IT environment with network architecture design and deployment
• Experience with networking and security
• Proven experience designing, implementing, and supporting OT network environments in industrial or operational settings
• 3+ years of Azure, Google Cloud and AWS Networking concepts
• Experience with Meraki, Fortinet, FortiNAC Palo Alto, or Aruba devices
• Thorough understanding and experience with the following fundamental technologies: IGP and EGP routing protocols, i.e.: OSPF, BGP; Route filtering and policy-based routing; Site-to-Site and remote access VPN technologies; Network layer Quality of Service (QoS); Layer 2 Switching Technologies; Firewall Management
• Utilize API-driven orchestration across Azure, AWS, and GCP to automate cloud networking tasks, including the setting of firewall rules, updating security groups, and routing traffic
• Design, implement, and manage automated workflows for configuration and deployment in hybrid cloud and on-premises environments
• Develop reusable, modular code libraries to streamline workflows and support diverse use cases across network devices and cloud platforms
• Evaluate the potential impact of automated changes, proactively mitigate risks, and ensure network reliability and security.
• Implement robust testing strategies before pushing changes to production
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate network automation workflows
• Familiarity with vendor-specific APIs (Cisco’s NX-API, Juniper’s Junos Extension Toolkit) and other network automation APIs and protocols such as NETCONF and RESTCON
• Knowledge of industry best practice LAN design and deployment methodology and a structured approach to troubleshooting
• Experience in SD-WAN, SD-Access and SD-Data Center technologies
• Ability to deliver concise, accurate technical documentation and diagrams
• Exposure to and understanding of network automation techniques and technologies

Nice To Haves

• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)
• Fortinet Certified Professional (FCP) and/or related certification
• AZ-700

Responsibilities

• Participate in operational escalations to diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve hardware, software, or other network and system problems, and replace defective components when necessary
• Design, implement, and manage automated workflows for configuration and deployment in hybrid cloud and on-premise environments
• Design and manage OT network environments with a focus on resiliency, segmentation, and secure integration with IT networks
• Develop reusable, modular code libraries to streamline workflows and support diverse use cases across network devices and cloud platforms
• Recommend changes to improve systems and network configurations in client environments, and determine hardware or software requirements
• Identify roadblocks preventing the successful continuation of network services, determine options available to work past roadblocks, and escalate to leadership when required
• Understand 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 needed
• Collaborate with clients and develop depth in understanding their business and how Long View network services supports their need
• Act as the go-to technical resource, assisting our clients with system monitoring, ticket resolution and maintenance to ensure optimal performance and availability
• Work with clients on capacity planning, installations, patching, upgrades, configuration, and administration of systems on various physical and virtual platforms

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package from day one
• Recognition programs
• Career growth – Permanent staff positions, paid training, career life planning, and relocation and travel opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed