Network Administrator

We are recruiting on behalf of a leading organization in the natural resources and manufacturing industry that is seeking a skilled and motivated Network Administrator to join its dynamic IT team. This intermediate-level role is critical to maintaining, optimizing, and securing a complex enterprise network environment.

The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in network administration, hands-on experience across modern networking technologies, and a passion for staying current with industry best practices. This role can be based in Quesnel, BC or Vancouver, BC.

As a key member of the IT team, you will be responsible for the day-to-day operation, reliability, performance, and security of the organization’s network infrastructure, while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

What You’ll Do

Network Infrastructure Management

• Manage and maintain core and site network infrastructure, including routers, switches, and related network devices
• Design, implement, and optimize network topologies to meet evolving business needs
• Manage and optimize SD-WAN infrastructure to ensure reliable, efficient connectivity across all locations
• Troubleshoot complex network issues and implement solutions to maintain availability and performance
• Develop, implement, and maintain network standards and best practices

Wireless Network Administration

• Configure, maintain, and optimize enterprise Wi-Fi infrastructure
• Conduct site surveys and implement improvements to enhance wireless coverage and performance

Network Security

• Manage and configure firewalls, including advanced features of Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFW)
• Implement and maintain Zero Trust architectures, including Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) solutions
• Configure and manage secure remote access technologies for remote and hybrid users

Load Balancing & Traffic Management

• Configure and maintain load balancers to improve application availability and performance
• Implement traffic management policies to ensure efficient use of network resources

Monitoring & Maintenance

• Implement and manage network performance and health monitoring solutions
• Develop and execute patch management processes to maintain security and stability
• Perform regular network audits and implement improvements based on findings

Documentation & Process Improvement

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of network configurations, topologies, and processes
• Contribute to the development and refinement of network policies, procedures, and standards

What You Bring

• Certificate, Diploma, or Degree in Information Technology, Network Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years of experience in network administration within enterprise environments
• Strong hands-on experience with SD-WAN technologies and implementations
• Solid understanding of networking protocols and technologies (BGP, OSPF, TCP/IP, VLANs, LACP, NAT, VPNs, etc.)
• Knowledge of physical network solutions (copper, fiber, radio, cellular, satellite, etc.)
• Hands-on experience with network security technologies, including firewalls, IPS/IDS, WAF, and SASE
• Familiarity with Zero Trust principles and real-world implementation
• Experience with enterprise wireless networking and best practices
• Understanding of load balancing concepts and technologies
• Proficiency with network monitoring and troubleshooting tools
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to perform under pressure
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to work collaboratively as part of a team

Additional Skills (Highly Desired)

• Experience with Palo Alto, Fortinet, Zscaler, Cisco, and Aruba technologies
• Familiarity with cloud networking concepts (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
• Experience with automation and scripting for network management (Python, Ansible, etc.)
• Relevant certifications (CCNA, CCNP, Fortinet NSE, Palo Alto PCNSE, or similar)
• Experience with network virtualization technologies