Network Administrator

Overview:
Our government client in Winnipeg, MB is looking for a Network Administrator resource for a 24 mth contract (an initial 6 mth contract with an extension option of an additional 18 mth) reference 29954-RFR-DTS-062. The position is preferred to be onsite in Winnipeg, MB but remote will be considered.


What you will be doing:
Core Responsibilities
Enterprise Network Operations (LAN / WAN / Data Centre)

• Work with Managed Service Providers to administer and support:

  LAN (core/distribution/access switching)

  WAN connectivity (MPLS, internet, edge routing)

  Data centre networking environments

• Monitor availability, capacity, and performance; take proactive action to prevent service degradation

• Perform incident, problem, and change management for network services

Cloud Network Integration (Critical for your model)

• Support Azure and AVS networking, including:

• ExpressRoute configuration and troubleshooting

• Hybrid connectivity between:

  On-prem data centres

  AVS private cloud

  Azure native services

• Ensure consistent routing, segmentation, and security across environments

Network Infrastructure Lifecycle & Refresh

• Support network infrastructure refresh programs, including:

  Switch and router upgrades

  Firewall lifecycle management

  Wi-Fi infrastructure refresh

  Validate configurations, ensure high availability, and support migration cutovers

  Maintain alignment to enterprise standards and architecture

Network Security & Perimeter Services

• Work with Managed Service Providers to administer and support:

  Cisco and Checkpoint firewalls

  Bluecoat proxy solutions

  Network access control and segmentation

  Implement firewall rule changes with impact assessment

  Support vulnerability remediation and security compliance activities

Application Delivery & Load Balancing

• Work with Managed Service Providers to administer:

  Citrix Netscaler (ADC/load balancing)

  Support application traffic management, SSL offload, and availability optimization

Enterprise WiFi (Campus & Workplace)

• Work with Managed Service Providers to manage Aruba / HPE wireless infrastructure:

  Controllers, access points, authentication

  Ensure high performance and coverage across workplace environments

  Support onboarding and troubleshooting for enterprise wireless services

AI Data Centre Support (Important Differentiator)

• Support networking for high-performance compute environments:

  Low latency, high throughput networking

  GPU cluster connectivity (if applicable)

• Work with infrastructure teams to ensure network supports AI/analytics workloads

Monitoring, Logging & Optimization

• Knowledge of network monitoring tools to:

  Identify performance bottlenecks

  Analyze traffic patterns

• Ensure centralized logging and observability for network devices

MSP & Vendor Coordination

• Work with Managed Service Providers:

  Validate work performed

  Provide technical oversight

  Ensure adherence to standards and SLAs

• Participate in change planning and service integration

Documentation & Governance

• Maintain network diagrams, configurations, and operational runbooks

• Participate in change advisory boards and governance processes

• Ensure compliance with enterprise security and operational standards

What you must have:
Experience

• 5+ years in enterprise network administration

• Proven experience in large, multi-site or hybrid environments

• Experience working within MSP-integrated delivery models

Core Networking
Strong expertise in:

• TCP/IP, routing (BGP, OSPF), switching (VLANs, STP)

• WAN technologies and MPLS environments

• Deep understanding of high availability and redundancy design

• Cisco edge switching

Cloud Connectivity
Hands-on experience with:

• Azure networking

• ExpressRoute (configuration, troubleshooting)

• Hybrid network design

Firewalls & Security
Experience with:

• Cisco firewalls

• Checkpoint firewalls

• Proxy solutions (Bluecoat or equivalent)

Application Delivery
Hands-on experience with:

• Citrix Netscaler / ADC (load balancing, SSL, traffic management)

Wireless Networking
Enterprise Wi-Fi experience:

• Aruba / HPE wireless solutions

Infrastructure & Tools

• Network monitoring and analysis tools

• Packet capture and troubleshooting tools

• Configuration and change management tools

Certifications (Preferred)

• CCNP or higher

• Azure Network Engineer Associate

• Aruba / HPE wireless certifications

• Check Point / Cisco security certifications

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. If you are selected to move forward in the process, we will contact you directly. If you do not hear from us, we encourage you to continue visiting our website for other roles that may be a good fit.