Job Description

Overview:

A valued TELUS client is seeking a seasoned

Network Administrator

to maintain, optimize, and secure the network infrastructure. within a live enterprise environment. This role requires a strong foundation in network administration, including hands-on experience with LAN, WLAN, SD-WAN, network security and cloud.

You'll work closely with the internal IT team and be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the network infrastructure, ensuring its reliability, performance, and security.

Key Responsibilities

As a

Network Administrator

, you will play a critical role in designing, securing, and optimizing the enterprise network infrastructure. Key responsibilities include:

Manage and maintain core and site network infrastructure, including routers, switches, and SD-WAN systems, ensuring high availability and performance. Design, implement, and optimize network topologies to support evolving organizational needs and growth. Troubleshoot and resolve complex network issues, applying advanced diagnostic tools and methodologies to minimize downtime. Oversee configuration, maintenance, and optimization of wireless networks, conducting site surveys to enhance coverage and reliability. Configure and manage firewalls, including Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW) features, to safeguard against emerging threats. Implement and maintain Zero-Trust Infrastructure, including Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA), to strengthen security posture. Configure and administer secure remote access technologies, enabling reliable connectivity for distributed teams. Manage load balancers and traffic policies to optimize application performance, scalability, and resource utilization. Implement monitoring, patch management, and audit processes to ensure proactive maintenance, compliance, and continuous improvement. Maintain accurate documentation of network configurations, standards, and procedures while contributing to policy development and process refinement.

Skills and Experience

We're looking for a reliable professional who brings both technical depth and a collaborative spirit. The ideal candidate will have:

A Certificate, Diploma, or Degree in Information Technology, Network Engineering, or a related field -- or equivalent hands?on experience. 5+ years of success in enterprise network administration, with a track record of managing complex environments. Proven expertise with SD?WAN technologies, from design through deployment and optimization. A strong grasp of networking protocols and technologies (BGP, OSPF, TCP/IP, VLANs, LACP, NAT, VPNs, etc.). Familiarity with diverse physical network solutions, including copper, fiber, radio, cellular, and satellite. Hands?on experience with advanced security technologies such as firewalls, IPS/IDS, WAF, and SASE, plus an understanding of zero?trust principles. Experience designing and optimizing wireless networks, applying best practices to ensure coverage and reliability. Knowledge of load balancing concepts and traffic management strategies to support high?availability applications. Proficiency with network monitoring and troubleshooting tools, paired with excellent problem?solving skills under pressure. Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset -- you thrive as part of a team. Experience with Palo Alto, Fortinet, Zscaler, Cisco, and Aruba networking technologies. Familiarity with cloud networking concepts across AWS, Azure, or GCP. Knowledge of automation and scripting for network management (e.g., Python, Ansible). Industry certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, Fortinet NSE, or Palo Alto PCNSE. Experience with network virtualization technologies.
This is a contract role. Successful candidate must be incorporated.

Start Date: Immediately

Duration: 12 months - possible to become permanent.

Work Location: Vancouver or remote/hybrid.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.73-$60.26 per hour

Expected hours: 35 - 45 per week

Work Location: In person