Job Description

Closing Date: July 31, 2025.
Join BCI's Cyber Security Team as a Network Engineer! Be at the forefront of digital transformation by designing and securing the infrastructure that powers our investment operations. In this dynamic role, you'll architect and manage cutting-edge network solutions, collaborate across agile teams, and drive innovation in a hybrid cloud environment. If you're passionate about highly available networks, are invigorated by the idea of Zero Trust Network Access, thrive on solving complex challenges, and want to make a real impact - this is your opportunity to shape the future of a digitally empowered workplace!
DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
The Technology department is a strategic partner with BCI's business areas. It enables investment processes and business activities that contribute to the achievement of BCI's mission and long-term goals. The department enables digital transformation and innovation and creates the digital capabilities that support and enable BCI to innovate, modernize service and product offerings guided by best practices, and drive a digitally empowered workplace through new collaboration and productivity ecosystems. The department is also responsible for providing the foundational infrastructure, systems, business applications, and advanced technologies for the front, middle, and back office.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
As part of the Cyber Security team, the Network Engineer is responsible for architecting, deploying, managing and securing the network and infrastructure that supports services for our internal teams and external customers. The Network Engineer drives changes as necessary to support BCI business operations and will collaborate and communicate with members of cross-functional teams in an Agile hybrid environment.
The Network Engineer collaborates with business and technology teams to enable the effective and efficient delivery of secure and high-quality network products and services. They are responsible for architecting, deploying, managing, and securing the network and infrastructure. They will contribute various medium and high complexity projects, champion continuous network security improvements and contribute to project stakeholder engagement. The ability to both work independently and collaborate/solution with fellow engineers is crucial in applying an advanced level of competency; typically acquired through 5+ years of experience.
QUALIFICATIONSBachelor's degree in Technology, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, OR equivalent combination of education and experience A minimum of 5-7 years experience deploying, managing and maintaining multi-site enterprise networks Must have excellent knowledge of network design and network system fundamentals as well as a passion to continuously improve in this area Must have extensive hands-on experience managing and troubleshooting equipment from a variety of network infrastructure providers which could include Palo Alto, Cisco, Juniper, Aruba, F5, Arista or Checkpoint Experienced working in and supporting hybrid cloud environments (MS Azure) Experience automating network administration using CI/CD pipelines, Ansible and/or Palo Alto Panorama is an asset Exposure to, or experience with, cloud-based networking solutions such as SDWAN, CASB, Cloud VPN and Cloud Proxy is an asset Must have excellent customer-service, listening, communication and problem-solving skills Professional certifications such as Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), Aruba Networks certifications, Azure certifications, Palo Alto certifications or equivalent credentials are an asset Experience deploying, managing and administering NAC solutions such as CPPM or ISE is an asset Broad knowledge of IAM, Active Directory, PAM, least privilege, Linux, virtualization and scripting are assets
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIESCollaborates with team members and other Technology teams on technical roadmap planning, development and implementation Participates in projects related to secure network design, implementation and optimization Conducts research on network products, services and standards in support of secure network design including task automation and NetSecOps platform best practices Develops, implements and maintains policies and procedures for network operations Oversees the installation, configuration, upgrades and maintenance of network components, and provides day-to-day operational support of network infrastructure Manages network security solutions including firewalls, NAC, anti-malware, DNS, IPS, and IDS Manages network-related hardware equipment including routers, switches, wireless infrastructure, ISP equipment and UPSs Ensures optimal performance of network connectivity for all workstations, servers and services across multiple BCI office locations Diagnoses and resolves both routine and complex network problems through effective root cause analysis Recommends, develops and implements actions plans and solutions which either solve customer problems or result in continuous improvements to the BCI networking infrastructure Practices network asset management including the maintenance of network inventory, technical specifications and related documentation Monitors and tests network performance, and provides performance statistics and reports Recommends, schedules and performs network improvements, upgrades and repairs Interacts and coordinates with multiple vendors, suppliers and contractors for network products and services Able to accurately assess vendor and supplier services and performance to ensure that BCI receives excellent value for money spent Participates in the development of service level agreements with vendors and end users Provides feedback to product teams to further enhance and develop network products Ensures technical artifacts are accurate, accessible, maintained and communicated Undertakes special projects or assignments as required Performs other related duties as required
WHERE YOU WILL WORK
This position can be located in our Victoria or Vancouver offices. Staff based in our Vancouver office will be expected to periodically travel to Victoria office.
This position plays an important role in providing business critical support to BCI's global offices during and after-hours and is eligible for an On-Call Premium. If you are shortlisted for an interview, we will discuss our On-Call program.
SALARY RANGE
BCI offers a competitive total rewards package which includes a performance-based incentive plan, comprehensive health & dental benefits, a defined benefit pension plan and paid time off.
The annualized base salary range for this Victoria or Vancouver-based role is CAD $103,000 to $124,000.
The base salary offered to the successful candidate will consider a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual's skill set, level of experience applicable to the role they are being offered and consideration to internal equity.
We pay our people competitively in the markets in which we compete for talent and with consideration to internal equity and job structure. We aim for actual pay to be around the median of the market for target or expected levels of performance, and around the upper quartile of the market for excellent performance.
Actual salaries may vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors, including, but not limited to, experience and expertise.
WHY APPLY TO JOIN BCI
With our values as our anchor, it's our people that help shape employee-focused initiatives and who create the environment we work in each day - all of which further strengthens our culture. BCI has been recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers - for the sixth consecutive year - and has built programs and benefits to support all our employees, including;Extended health and dental coverage, start on your first day of work. We have you covered! Our telehealth provider Dialogue connects you and your family to virtual healthcare appointments. Eligibility to the defined benefit BC Public Service Pension Plan providing you with a secure retirement income. Time off includes: 20 days vacation, 6 paid sick days, 6 paid personal days, and 2 paid days for volunteering - to support physical, mental, and community health. Four days in office, with the option to work from home once a week, promoting both a collaborative work culture and a healthy work-life balance. Annual wellness allowance to support an active lifestyle as well as physical well-being when working at home. On-going learning through our in-house mentoring program, professional dues support, tuition reimbursement, and online and in-house learning. Relocation support is available if a move to one of BCI's locations is required. Invested in your learning: BCI investment professionals lead a monthly Investment Club to share industry knowledge with employees who work in other departments.
TO APPLY
Apply online with a copy of your resume. We encourage timely submissions of applications as candidates will be actively reviewed and the interview process may advance earlier.
Referrals: If you are currently connected with a BCI employee and plan to list them as a referee, please ensure you reach out to them first to get their consent to do so and provide their BCI email as part of the application process. All referrals will be verified internally.
We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who are interested in applying for this role. You will need to be legally authorized to work in the country where this job is located. If you currently do not have authorization, or if your work permit has restrictions, or is due to expire in 12 months or less, please ensure to flag this to our recruitment team if your application is shortlisted.
At BCI, we value diversity and believe in fostering an inclusive culture where all employees can be successful.
We are performance and client focused and value integrity; if you share these values, we want to know you.
We recognize that some skills can be learned on the job and encourage all to apply.
If you require an accommodation for the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms or other accommodations), contact us at hr@bci.ca.
We would like to hear from you!