Senior Network Architect (Req 206)

WSP is one of the world’s leading professional services firms, uniting its engineering, advisory and science-based expertise to shape communities to advance humanity. From local beginnings to a globe-spanning presence today, WSP operates in over 50 countries and employs approximately 73,000 professionals, known as Visioneers. Together they pioneer solutions and deliver innovative projects in the transportation, infrastructure, environment, building, energy, water, and mining and metals sectors. WSP is publicly listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX:WSP)    

POSITION SUMMARY

WSP are seeking a Senior Network Architect to join its talented internal IT team. Reporting to the Manager of Enterprise Network Architecture & Design you will be responsible for the design and implementation of enterprise network solutions. Qualified candidates must have several years’ experience of building enterprise networks. 

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Developing network service design packages that can be utilised for service transition including high-level and low-level network solution designs.
• Producing documents and drawings, configuration policies and guidelines, testing analyses, test plans, and risk assessments.
• Interfacing between the service design and service operation teams to ensure seamless transition of services into operations.
• Leading the implementation of network designs and/or providing direction and planning to others performing implementation.
• Providing technical guidance and assistance to the network operations team when required.
• Conducting proof-of-concept testing and validation of new products and services. 
• Participating in the creation and evolution of an IT roadmap for the network and network security domain.
• Seeking opportunities to automate specific tasks or workflows that can help achieve efficiencies.
• Participating in the technical review and change review board.
• Participating in the architecture review board. 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• At least 7-10 years relevant and practical experience performing network architecture, design, and implementation.
• Vendor certifications not a requirement, proven practical experience preferred.
• Experience working in large/global enterprise IT with multiple distributed branch/campus sites.
• Experience of working within ITIL aligned Service Management organisation.
• Practical experience with creating high- and low-level design documentation for multi-vendor network environments that include WAN, Wired & Wireless LAN, Perimeter Security, Security Services Edge (SSE), Application Delivery Controllers/ Load Balancing, Cloud Networking, and Remote Access VPN.
• Solid foundational knowledge of Enterprise IT technologies like DHCP, DNS, RADIUS, Active Directory, Authentication, PKI.
• Experience in Network Automation and DevOps practices is highly desirable.
• Experience in architecting, designing, and implementing networks that encompass the following technologies is advantageous:
  • Software-Defined-WAN (preferably Aruba/Silver Peak)
  • Cloud Networking (preferably Microsoft Azure)
  • Security Service Edge (SSE) (preferably Zscaler)
  • Remote Access Solutions (preferably Cisco AnyConnect)
  • Multi-vendor LAN switching (preferably Cisco)
  • Multi-vendor wireless LAN (preferably Cisco)
  • Firewall technologies (preferably Palo Alto) 
  • Application Delivery Controllers & Load Balancing (preferably F5 Networks)
  • Identity and Access Control Policy platform (preferably Cisco Identify Services Engine) 
• Excellent written and spoken English.
• Ability to work independently with low-level supervision and in a global team distributed geographically.
• Very strong organization skills with an ability to set priorities, meet deadlines, and handle multiple simultaneous projects
• Excellent documentation skills.
• Excellent analytical and diagnostic problem-solving skills with the ability of providing solutions to identified problems.
• Demonstrated experience in understanding, designing, delivering, and demonstrating compliance with information security requirements.
• Knowledge and experience in performing information security practices in the management and delivery of infrastructure and operations.

WSP Benefits:

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on a providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and lif