Network Specialist Jobs

About This Opportunity
At Meridian our aspiration is to integrate our purpose into everything we do for people, the planet, and communities. We believe that our greatest opportunity is to create opportunity and meet people where they are.
The Network Specialist role is to focus on maintaining and supporting Meridian’s network and voice infrastructure technology solutions to meet business requirements.
Primary focus for this role is to ensure the stability and performance of Meridian’s Network Infrastructure environments to meet Meridian’s needs today and it is positioned for future direction.
Is this role right for you? In this role, you will:
Management and Decision Making

• Configuration and administration of routing and switching equipment, hosted IP voice services, firewalls
• Design and implementation of new solutions and improving resilience of the current environment
• Execute defined maintenance plans as part of IT’s preventive strategy for the stability and reliability of our Infrastructure
• Manage Network and Voice environment (on/off prem) as part of a team of Technology Specialists
• Assist in building and maintaining standard operating procedures for all assigned technologies
• Planning, scoping, configuring, deploying and administration of communication systems
• Recommending, planning, and implementing Azure networking solutions
• Securing network systems by establishing and enforcing policies, and defining and monitoring access
• Support and administration of firewall environments in line with IT security policy
• Maximizing network performance by monitoring performance, troubleshooting network problems and outages, scheduling upgrades, and collaborating with other specialists on network optimization

Service

• Communicate issues in a timely manner and propose effective solutions to management with regards to 3rd level technology incidents (including research, analysis, and troubleshooting of a variety of undefined problems)
• Key Relationships for this role are with the following groups: Tier 1 (Service Desk), Tier 2 (Client Services), Infrastructure & Cloud Operations, Information Security and Solutions Development
• Other duties as assigned
• Work on multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring that the infrastructure technology being implemented is compatible with current standards and aligned with future goals
• Initiates opportunities for collaboration and maintains productive relationships within the team and with the business to achieve shared goals

Communications

• Prepare ad hoc reports as required
• Provide expert advice on technology operational issues and concerns, and represent team as requested
• Assist in estimating time and resources for projects

Impact

• Provide input into and develop project plans as required.
• Due to 24/7 demand for availability of infrastructure an on-call support rotation is in place resulting in frequent requirement for unsocial hours
• Assist in assessing resource requirements on corporate projects as required
• Assist with managing a complex multi-vendor technology infrastructure environment at data centers and head offices

We’d Love to Work with You If You Have the following skills and abilities:

• Experience with Network Load Balancers and SD-WAN solutions
• Active Directory
• CISCO IOS hands on expertise
• Expertise in planning, implementing, and maintaining Azure networking solutions, including hybrid networking, connectivity, routing, security, and private access to Azure services
• SIP Trunking and Configuration
• Detail knowledge of Windows Networking Services (DNS, DHCP, DFSR)
• Knowledge and hands on expertise on PaloAlto firewalls and Zero Trust Networking
• Detail IP routing knowledge (OSPF, BGP, MPLS based IP VPN’s)
• Voice technologies: SIP, H323, SCCP, RTP protocols
• Voice codecs e.g. G711/G729
• Expertise on LAN, WAN, VXLAN, WLAN built on Cisco network infrastructure
• Microsoft Windows server 2012\2016\2019
• Professional who has the subject-matter expertise in network and voice technologies and experience to be an effective internal consultant
• Virtual Server Technologies Expertise
• Experience with Infrastructure monitoring and alerting software such as Solarwinds and System Center Operations Manager

Office Location: 3330 Bloor Street West, Toronto OR 75 Corporate Park Drive, St. Catharines.
Meridian has a remote work policy that allows flexibility for employees to work remotely but also requires regular time in the office for purposeful meetings to collaborate, innovate and build effective relationships with your team, your colleagues and your leader which is very important to us.
What's in it for you?

• This isn't your typical "corporate" job. We work hard and we have fun!
• We have an inclusive and collaborative working environment that encourages creativity, curiosity, and celebrates success!
• We provide you with the tools and technology needed to delight your candidates and clients!
• You'll get to work with and learn from diverse industry leaders, who have hailed from top organizations around the world
• Hybrid work arrangements with in-person office time to collaborate, innovate and build relationships with your colleagues

Who we are:
Meridian is Ontario’s largest credit union, and second largest in Canada, helping to grow the lives of our more than 360,000 Members. Meridian has more than 75 years of banking history and is 100% owned by its members. With 89 retail branches and 15 Business Banking Centers across Ontario and $ 30B in assets under management, Meridian offers a full range of financial products and services to its retail, business banking and wealth members. With over 2000 employees and corporate offices located in Toronto and St. Catharines, Meridian has a track record of creating and delivering innovative new offerings and is committed to investing in the communities that we serve. Our plan is to build on our momentum as we deliver on our purpose - helping our members achieve their best life.
Find our story here: About Meridian
Experience the Difference!
Meridian is committed to promoting an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected, and supported. We are dedicated to employing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our communities and Members in which we live and serve.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or disability.
Please note that due to the volume of applications, only those under consideration will be contacted for an interview.
Thank you for your interest in Meridian Credit Union.