Sr.Technology Architect (NetSec)

ITProFound Inc • Toronto, ON

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

We have a job opening for Sr.Technology Architect (NetSec) for our direct client Province of Ontario. The position details are given below: Job ID: RQ11207 - Sr.Technology Architect (NetSec) Client : Community Services Cluster Location : Toronto, Ontario Duration: 01 year + Extension Type: Hybrid (2 days onsite / 3 days remote)

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in network security within advanced SDN environments – preferably in Ontario K–12 school boards.
• 5+ years of experience with network security and network protection solutions and technologies – preferably for Ontario K-12 school boards, including: Next-generation firewalls (specifically Fortinet, Meraki, Palo Alto), Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) protection, Advanced Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS), Network access control (e.g., HPE Aruba ClearPass, FortiNAC), Endpoint protection and cloud-based security solutions.
• 2+ years of experience with data analysis and data visualization tools to develop network dashboards (e.g., Tableau, Microsoft Power BI).
• Demonstrated experience with secure access service edge (SASE) platforms and solutions.
• 5+ years of experience with network infrastructure solutions and technologies (e.g., LAN/WAN, VPN, VLAN) and hardware (e.g., switches, routers, firewalls).
• 5+ years of experience with software-defined networking (SDN) / software-defined area network (SD-WAN) technologies, in particular Fortinet, Meraki, and Palo Alto – preferably for Ontario K-12 school boards.
• 5+ years of experience presenting to senior and executive management and stakeholders.
• Proven experience communicating complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences, including executive and senior management and stakeholders.
• Degree in computer science, engineering, or a related discipline.
• Relevant industry certifications or equivalent experience.

Nice To Haves

• Postgraduate degree (e.g., M.Sc. M.A. Adand/or Ph.D.) preferred.
• Cyber security credentials – e.g., Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) – considered an asset but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Assessing and evaluating new and emerging network security technologies with pilots and proof-of-concepts.
• Developing network dashboards using data analysis and data visualization tools.
• Presenting to senior and executive management and stakeholders.
• Communicating complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences, including executive and senior management and stakeholders.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior