Junior Network Designer to provide enterprise Cisco configuration, monitoring, and migration support

Our large Oil & Gas industry client is seeking a Junior Network Designer to provide enterprise Cisco configuration, monitoring, and migration support. The role is ideal for a networking professional with 1 to 3 years of experience who is ready to move from day-to-day troubleshooting into the design and implementation cycle.

This is an initial 1-year contract with a possibility of extension. The successful candidate will be based in Calgary and aligned to following a hybrid working model.

Must-Haves:

• 1-3 years of experience in a Network Designer, Network Technician, or Network Operation Center (NOC) role
• 1-3 years of Cisco routers and switches experience specific to configurations, migrations, documentation, and overall support
• Network Diploma or similar from SAIT or NAIT
• CCNA, CCNP, or equivalent certification

Nice-to-Haves:

• Experience with Cisco IOS or similar CLI (Command Line Interface) environments
• Experience with a Network Management System (e.g., SolarWinds, Cisco ISE, Palo Alto, Panorama, Infoblox, etc.)
• Python or scripting experience for configuration automation

Key Responsibilities:

• Configuration Generation: Utilize standardized templates to create device configurations for routers, switches, and firewalls based on designs provided by Senior Designers.
• Technical Documentation: Create and update detailed network diagrams in Microsoft Visio, including logical topologies, physical rack elevations, and floor plans.
• NMS Maintenance: Update Network Management Systems (NMS) and monitoring tools to ensure all new assets are correctly tracked, labeled, and monitored.
• Project Implementation: Provide hands-on support during network cutovers and migrations, ensuring the design is implemented correctly and testing connectivity post-change.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Coordinate with Project Managers to provide status updates and work with other business units to ensure seamless integration. Act as a technical liaison for Project Managers and other business units to ensure networking requirements are met on time and standards are followed.
• Inventory Management: Maintain accurate records of IP address assignments (IPAM) and port allocations.