Technical Specialist- Network Security

Opportunity Details

LeverageTek is actively seeking a Technical Specialist for a permanent placement with its Gatineau-based customer.

Work Location

The successful candidate will be required to work on-site at the customer headquarters in Ottawa, ON, on a hybrid basis.

Key Tasks

• Provide advice to projects on design and architecture
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to team members within the domain
• Provide operational sustainment for the IT infrastructure landscape, which involves monitoring, maintaining, and optimizing the network and security services to meet the organization's operational requirements
• Ensure projects align with the existing IT infrastructure landscape and meet the organization's security and networking requirements

Key Qualifications

• Knowledge of key security concepts including Least Privilege, Encryption, Vulnerability; Management, Penetration Testing, Security Baselines, AAA, Multi-Factor Authentication, etc.
• Strong knowledge of network architecture, protocols, and technologies, including TCP/IP, VPNs, MPLS, QoS and routing protocols such as OSPF, BGP, and EIGRP
• Experience with designing and implementing large-scale enterprise networks, including LANs, WANs, and wireless networks

Qualifications

• Expertise in network security, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention, and access control
• Proficiency in network automation and scripting languages such as Python, Perl, or PowerShell
• Extensive experience in both layer-2 and layer-3 technologies and a strong understanding of Ethernet, WiFi (IEEE 802.11), Spanning Tree Protocol (STP), Virtual Local Area Networks (VLANs), Internet Protocol (IP), Address Resolution Protocol (ARP), and routing protocols such as OSPF, BGP, and EIGRP
• Understanding of regulatory compliance requirements and their implications for network architecture and design. Requirements
• Experience with Quality of Service (QoS) mechanisms, Network Address Translation (NAT), Virtual Private Networks (VPNs), and Access Control Lists (ACLs) is preferred
• Knowledge of cloud networking technologies, including virtual private clouds (VPCs), software[1]defined networking (SDN), and cloud security best practices

Assets

• Relevant industry certifications, such as CCIE, JNCIE, or AWS Certified Solutions Architect
• Cisco Certifications or relevant experience
• Degree from recognized University or College, in Computer Science, Information Systems or a discipline relevant to the position or equivalent experience

About LeverageTek IT Solutions

Thank you for taking the time to apply! Since our company’s inception in March 2003, LeverageTek IT Solutions has worked resolutely to become one of the industry’s most recognized and trusted suppliers of technology staffing and business consulting services. With hundreds of successful engagements to our credit with many of Canada’s leading public and private sector organizations, we are the experts in identifying, deploying, and supporting IT and business talent on a contract, contract-to-hire, and permanent basis. We work with customers across all sectors including academia, aerospace, aviation, finance, government, health care, high tech, military, not-for-profit, and more.

Our responsive service and ability to deliver the right fit, on time and within budget, typically leads to repeat engagements and a long-standing relationship. Accessibility accommodations are available upon request.