Note: This position does not offer any Visa sponsorship. We are only looking for applicants who are either local to Montreal Canada or ready to relocate to the employers location.
Job Summary: Our client is seeking a skilled Network Engineer to design implement maintain and support their growing network infrastructure. The ideal candidate will be able to deploy configure and troubleshoot network components to ensure the highest levels of performance and security.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and implement new network solutions and improve the efficiency of current networks.
- Install configure and support network equipment including routers proxy servers switches WAN accelerators DNS and DHCP.
- Maximize network performance through ongoing monitoring and troubleshooting.
- Arrange scheduled upgrades and investigate faults in the network.
- Configure firewall rules and ensure network security to protect systems and data.
- Support and administer thirdparty network appliances such as load balancers and VPNs.
- Provide network configuration support and technical guidance.
- Update network equipment to the latest firmware releases.
- Liaise with vendors and other IT personnel for problem resolution.
- Maintain documentation of network configurations procedures and changes.
Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Technology or a related field.
- 4 years of experience as a Network Engineer or in a similar role.
- Indepth knowledge of networking hardware including routers switches and firewalls.
- Solid understanding of network protocols (e.g. TCP/IP BGP OSPF).
- Experience with network diagnostic monitoring and analysis tools (e.g. SolarWinds Wireshark).
- Familiarity with Quality of Service (QoS) configuration and troubleshooting.
- Strong understanding of network security practices and protocols.
- Excellent problemsolving and analytical skills.
- Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience with wireless networking and cloud networking solutions.
- Knowledge of scripting languages (e.g. Python Bash) for network automation.
- Certification in networking (e.g. Cisco CCNA CCNP or Juniper JNCIS).
- Familiarity with virtualization technologies (e.g. VMware HyperV).
Work Environment:
- Fulltime onsite or remote work options available.
- Collaborative and dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth.