Technology Architect

Skills Required :

Aruba Clear Pass, Cisco 9K, SD-WAN (Viptela), IPv6, OSPF, BGP, Cloud Architecture, Microservices Design, Dev Ops Practices, API Development, System Integration, Data Modeling, Agile Methodologies, Team Leadership, Stakeholder Management

HM Note: This hybrid contract role requires three (3) days in the office. Candidates' resumes must include first and last names. Travel within Ontario may be required at the manager's discretion. Shortlisted candidates will need to complete a written network lab assignment with a minimum score of 70% to proceed to the interview stage. Failure to complete the assignment timely may lead to disqualification.

Description:

• Collaborate with Network Designer to deploy Next Generation LAN and WAN at MOH PSAP locations.
• Design and configure SD-WAN policies and templates.
• Create high-level and detailed network design documents.
• Configure switches, routers, and firewalls according to the network design.
• Implement dynamic routing protocols (BGP/OSPF) on SD-WAN and firewall devices.
• Physically install SD-WAN routers, LAN switches, and high-availability firewalls.
• Develop and execute plans for HVAC, power, UPS, generator, and related equipment remediation.
• Develop and enforce firewall policies.
• Create centralized and localized traffic and application-aware routing policies.
• Test configurations and troubleshoot network issues.
• Develop and implement QoS policies for LAN and WAN.
• Deploy configurations into the network inventory database.
• Coordinate with facility SMEs and cable designers for facility remediation.
• Configure Palo Alto Cloud logging.
• Maintain and support the network environment during the pilot phase.
• Assist with configuration management automation using Ansible and other tools.
• Install and configure Aruba Clear Pass as an identity management solution.
• Install and configure out-of-band management firewalls across PSAP locations.
• Perform other related project duties as required.

Skills and Experience Requirements:

Core Skills (50%)

• Cisco 9K, SD-WAN (Viptela) configuration, migration, troubleshooting
• Palo Alto Firewalls, Panorama setup and operation
• VMware and general networking operations
• Expertise in IP routing and Layer 2 switching with Cisco 9K switches
• Windows and Unix OS administration
• Configuration management using automation tools (Jenkins/Ansible), API scripting, Docker, ELK/Elastiflow, Windows Active Directory, LDAP, DNS (e.g., Infoblox)

Technical Skills (30%)

• Strong knowledge of IP communication and routing protocols (OSPF, BGP)
• Experience with Palo Alto technologies (Panorama, XDR)
• Experience supporting 24x7 critical environments and operations

Communication and Analytical Skills (20%)

• Ability to work effectively in an agile, dynamic environment
• Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
• Research skills for networking issues and product evaluation
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to prioritize under pressure
• Customer service focus with problem-solving abilities
• Degree in computer science, electrical engineering, or equivalent network engineering experience (7-10 years)

Must Haves:

• Cisco 9K, SD-WAN (Viptela) configuration, migration, troubleshooting
• IPv6 experience
• Strong knowledge of IP communication and routing (OSPF, BGP)