Randstad
Job title:
RQ08376 Technology Architect
Company
Randstad
Job description
Are you a Network & Security Architect with expertise in SD-WAN, cloud networking, and cybersecurity frameworks? Our client seeks a Technology Architect to support network modernization projects in the Ontario K-12 education sector. This hybrid contract role offers the opportunity to lead network design, security, and performance enhancements across large-scale infrastructure projects.Advantages
What’s in it for you?
✔ Highly competitive contract rates.
✔ Opportunity to shape network strategies for K-12 school boards in Ontario.
✔ Hybrid work model.
✔ Hands-on role in SD-WAN, cloud networking, and network security architecture.Responsibilities
The Senior Technology Architect role requires extensive knowledge of modern network technology, broadband connectivity industry options, network infrastructure, internet technologies and network security with demonstrated hands-on experience designing and developing modern networks and network security solutions; and analyzing, configuring, implementing, and troubleshooting software-defined networking (SDN) solutions and network security solutions in the Ontario K-12 school board environment. This resource is responsible for, but not limited to:
– Lead the update of the network reference architecture and technology roadmap for the sector, including cyber security convergence.
– Providing subject matter expertise, advice, and consultancy on collecting and analyzing a range of school board network-related data.
– Providing subject matter expertise, solution and architecture advice, consultancy, training, analysis, and solution recommendations for complex network performance issues using network performance management tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Wireshark Network Analyzer, PRTG (Paessler Router Traffic Grapher), NetFlow, etc.) and network troubleshooting/ performance benchmarking techniques.
– Providing subject matter expertise, solution and architecture advice, and consultancy of network data monitoring and management systems including SolarWinds, FortiManager and Panorama.Providing subject matter expertise, advice, consultancy, training, and guidance on SDN technology:
– Software-defined wide area network (SD-WAN) including Fortinet, Cisco Meraki, Palo Alto, etc.
– Emerging SD-Edge such as VMware VeloCloud, Silver Peak, etc.
– Secure Access Service Edge (SASE).
– Providing subject matter expertise, solution and architecture advice, consultancy, training, troubleshooting, and implementation guidance with network operations centre (NOC) technologies including SolarWinds NetFlow Traffic Analyzer (NTA), Network Performance Monitor (NPM) and Network Configuration Management (NCM) tools
Creating/updating detailed system documentation and technical specifications for various solutions and architecture, including SD-WAN, network technology, network security, network protection, and NOC solutions.
– Presenting to various stakeholders, as needed.
– Delivering on other duties as assigned.The unit manager may assign board-related work for other initiatives, as required.Qualifications
MUST HAVES:
– 5+ years’ experience in designing, implementing, and managing large-scale network infrastructures, including LAN, WAN, SD-WAN, cloud networking, and hybrid environments.
– 5+ years’ creating and updating technology roadmaps aligned with business goals, industry standards, and emerging technologies.
– 5+ years’ experience with cloud network architecture (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and understanding how to integrate them with on-premises network systems.
– 5+ years’ hands-on experience with software-defined networking (SDN, SD-WAN).
– In-depth knowledge of cyber security frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001), best practices, threat mitigation strategies, and security architectures (e.g., Zero Trust, SASE).
– 5+ years’ experience in preparing written materials (e.g., status reports, recommendations, briefing notes).
– Demonstrated experience providing design, development and delivery of technical solutions and technical training courses to the Ontario Public Service or Broader Public Service, Ontario K-12 school boards preferred.Nice to have:
– 5+ years’ hands-on experience with Ontario K-12 school boards’ networks (WAN, LAN, Wi-Fi, internet service delivery) – preferred.
– 5+ years’ experience in advanced SD network security – preferably for Ontario K-12 school boards.
– Postgraduate degree (e.g., M.Sc. and/or Ph.D.) in computer science or engineering is preferred.Summary
If you are a Technology Architect and the prospect of joining a dedicated team intrigues you, this role with our high-profile client could be the perfect opportunity for you.Also, don’t forget that updating your profile on Randstad.ca helps us find you faster when we have roles that match your skills! So even if this role isn’t for you, please update your profile so we can find you!We look forward to supporting you in your job search! Good luck!Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada’s workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to [email protected] to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.
Expected salary
Location
North York, ON
Job date
Fri, 31 Jan 2025 23:41:52 GMT
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