Network Engineer

Company Description

WHO ARE WE?

Dexterra Group is a fast‑growing, financially strong, publicly listed company (TSX:DXT). We have a far-reaching presence across North America with hundreds of full‑time and part‑time opportunities at any given time. We aim to provide our people with more than just a job – we offer fulfilling opportunities in a culture that promotes stability, diversity and inclusion, camaraderie, employee recognition, work‑life balance, and doing what you love. For over 75 years, the companies that began independently and now form Dexterra Group have been dedicated to serving North American clients to create and manage built environments that play a vital role in our economy and local communities.

That’s something we’re truly proud of, Work That Matters, People Who Care.

Job Description

What’s the Job?

We’re hiring a Network Engineer to join our IT Operations and Cybersecurity team. Reporting to the Director of IT Operations and Cybersecurity, you’ll be responsible for building and maintaining secure, scalable, and efficient network infrastructure that powers our business across Canada.

What You’ll Be Doing

The Network Engineer role is ideal for someone who’s passionate about modernizing networks, enabling seamless business connectivity, and collaborating across teams to deliver integrated solutions.

#TLDR

• Manage and troubleshoot network devices and infrastructure across all locations.
• Design and support Azure cloud networking.
• Lead network upgrades, migrations, and integration projects.
• Collaborate with IT teams and vendors; support escalations.
• Maintain documentation and ensure network security and performance.

Here’s the more detailed version of Key Responsibilities

Network Infrastructure Management

• Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot routers, switches, firewalls, wireless access points, and cloud networks.
• Define and enforce network policies and procedures across corporate and field locations.
• Monitor network performance, availability, and reliability.
• Implement security measures in coordination with the Cybersecurity team.
• Support remote and field operations with network setup and optimization.
• Maintain accurate documentation and inventory systems.
• Manage device lifecycle and license renewals.

Cloud Networking (Azure)

• Design and deploy Azure networking solutions (e.g., VNet, NSG).
• Collaborate with cloud engineering teams to integrate on‑prem and cloud networks.
• Monitor and optimize cloud network performance and security.

Project‑Based Work

• Lead and contribute to network upgrades, migrations, and acquisitions.
• Align network solutions with business needs and project goals.

Collaboration & Support

• Work with Cybersecurity, Cloud, Service Desk, and Enterprise Architecture teams.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior staff and service desk teams.
• Act as the escalation point for unresolved network issues.
• Collaborate with vendors and maintain runbooks and knowledge base articles.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience supporting enterprise network infrastructure.
• Post‑secondary education in technology from an accredited institution.
• Certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, or Azure Network Engineer Associate (assets).
• Strong expertise in routers, switches, firewalls, wireless networking, and cloud integration (Azure).
• Solid understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN, VLANs, and routing protocols.
• Experience with Ruckus One, Strata Cloud Manager, and Palo Alto technologies.
• Skilled in network monitoring tools and ticketing systems (e.g., ServiceNow).
• Strong documentation, troubleshooting, and communication skills.
• Cybersecurity awareness and familiarity with compliance frameworks.
• Ability to resolve complex network issues and align solutions with business goals.
• Experience with disaster recovery planning and backup solutions.

Additional Information

• Be part of an industry that’s more important than ever!
• Award‑winning safety culture.
• A flexible hybrid work model.
• Supportive team environment with room to grow together.
• Employee Referral Program.
• We are growing!

Dexterra Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans’ status, Indigenous status, or any other legally protected factors. Accommodation is available upon request at all stages of the selection process.

We thank all applicants for their interest and will contact those candidates selected for interview.

Please Note: We kindly ask that staffing or recruitment agencies do not contact us regarding this opportunity. We are not accepting agency referrals at this time.