Network Analyst (6-month contract)

About Vancity

Vancity is a member-owned credit union built on the principles of inclusion and social justice. A relentless commitment to their values has helped them challenge the status quo and break down barriers since day one in 1946.

They have bold commitments to make Vancity net-zero by 2040 across all mortgages and loans and are pursuing strategies on Indigenous banking and to improve the financial resilience of their members.

Vancity is the largest private sector Living Wage Employer in Canada and has been consistently recognized as one of the Top Employers in Canada.

If you’re interested in joining their team of 2,700 diverse individuals and accessing competitive rewards and benefits, all while knowing you are part of a greater movement, then apply today!

About the workplace

Vancity’s Network will be optimally architected and integrated to fully align to technology, project and business requirements.

As a Network Analyst, you play a key role supporting day to day member business, ensuring network security and stability, providing solutions to strategic business initiatives.

This is full-time, temporary (6-month) contract role that will enjoy hybrid working arrangements which can be fulfilled primarily from the Vancity head office location and your Lower Mainland based home office.

This role involves regular visits to various branch locations to support and maintain network infrastructure.

The Network Analyst will be periodically on-call to address urgent network issues and ensure continuous system performance.

The team : In this role, you will report into Manager Network Technologies.

A typical day would involve :

Provide technical expertise for system design, administration, operation, & configuration for Vancity’s infrastructure.

Optimize current technology, provide trend analysis, and manage technology lifecycle within the practicing area of VC’s networking platforms.

Plan and execute network technology with organizational operating methodologies. Ensure highly stable and secure network infrastructure to meet service level goals.

Build cross-functional relationships to develop & implement network solutions.

• Design, develop, document, and maintain foundational network platforms (Wide Area, campus, disaster recovery, contact center, cloud, security and wireless) that provide solutions to meet day to day business needs, support increasing security demands, and improve the user experience.
• Provide second level technology support to the IT Service Desk so that Service Level Goals and IT standards are met.
• Conduct and consolidate detailed qualitative / quantitative analysis for business and technology applications. Recommend optimized, cost effective, secure designs supporting business and technology challenges.
• Manage and prioritize work order queue, consult with internal teams and vendors ensuring effective and efficient organizational support.

Committed continuous improvements through technical trend analysis, proactive problem identification, and lifecycle management.

Resolve IT work orders in accordance with established standards (GTA) so that it is timely and business needs are met.

You are :

• A problem solver You have an analytical mind and can multi-task to come up with solutions.
• A great communicator You find it easy to get to know others and have great conversations.
• Ready for a challenge You have a positive attitude and are able to work in a fast-paced changing environment.
• Resourceful You understand and utilize the network of resources available to you and can independently formulate appropriate solutions for your members.
• A critical thinker You use your creativity and innovation to spot patterns of information, pose the tough question, and come up with creative solutions.
• Knowledgeable and curious You have advanced knowledge of the concepts, practices and techniques in the marketing space and are always hungry to learn more.

You have :

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in Computer Science or related field.
• Experience in core network infrastructure and related technology, Switching, Routing, Voice, Load Balancers and Cloud.
• Experience in security and related technology (VPN, Firewalls, best practices).
• Basic knowledge of Windows infrastructure (DNS, AD, DHCP).
• Basic knowledge of virtualization.
• Knowledge of physical infrastructure (such as device racking, cabling, data center best practices etc.).
• Successful completion of Cisco CCNP.
• Valid driver’s license.

Bonus points, if you have :

Cisco CCIE.

We value lived experience, so if you are interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if you feel your skills don't perfectly align with those listed.

The salary range for the role is $64,500 to $96,500 and a candidate’s offer is likely to be up to the mid-point of the role ($80,500) .

The upper half of the salary range is typically reserved for individuals who have demonstrated consistent strong performance in the role and possess a high level of job knowledge and skill.

Posting Deadline : Posted until filled

We offer :

• We are the largest private-sector Living Wage Employer in Canada and have been consistently recognized as one of the Top Employers in Canada.
• Our permanent employees qualify for attractive benefit packages that can be customized and changed each year to meet their evolving needs.
• New employees receive between three to four weeks of vacation allowance per calendar year, and the number of vacation days grows to a maximum of six weeks per year as their length of service increases.

In addition, full-time, permanent staff may be able to purchase extra days of vacation through our flexible benefits package.

• In addition to the 10 statutory holidays in British Columbia, Vancity provides an additional three statutory holidays. We offer care days for periods of short-term personal illness or emergency family illness, plus opportunities to take unpaid leave for a variety of reasons.
• Our health care & dental benefits offer three levels of health care and dental coverage for you to select from. These benefits will also be effective immediately based on your hire date.
• We understand that retirement means different things to different people and at Vancity we will offer you a Defined pension plan that pays you a retirement income for life.

Please note that all shortlisted candidates for this role will be required to complete a background check which includes employment verification, credit check, and a criminal record check.

Vancity is an inclusive and equitable employer and actively seeks to advance racial equity, inclusion and belonging across the organization.

Vancity offers required accommodations in all stages of the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, please advise us, and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Education

Post Secondary Education / Diploma or better in Related Discipline

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