Senior Network Analyst

Location: Saint John, Moncton or Fredericton

The Opportunity:
The Senior Network Analyst will have primary responsibility for the analyzing, design, plan, and implementation of various network systems including routers, switches, firewalls, Wan Accelerators, VPN, IPS, load balancing, logging and predictive monitoring applications. The individual must have extensive and in-depth experience in capacity planning, the creation and maintenance of disaster recovery plans, software delivers automation, and network performance monitoring. The Senior Network Analyst is engaged in both the design and implementation of new network solutions projects.

Your Focus:

• Coordinate, analyze, test, and implement changes of a broad scope and high complexity
• Investigate and resolve complex technical issue related to the networking component of the J.D. Irving Limited infrastructure
• Provide communication, work direction, technical support, education, and training for high complexity activities and tasks
• Configure, manage, maintain, and continuously improve server and application monitoring
• Act as an escalation point to manage all required vendor and external technical resources to effectively troubleshoot issues
• Provide subject matter expertise as the networking resource on a wide variety of internal and customer facing technology projects, supporting organizational standards
• Optimize existing systems related to performance and capacity and identify opportunities for improvement
• Research, understand and implement security protocols
• Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedure documentation for all networking solutions
• Lead and oversee day-to-day networking activities and contribute to long term operational planning and activities
• Participate in the on-call rotation for production support
• Responsibilities will include activities related to the following networking tools and technologies; Cisco Prime, ISE, IDS/IPS, DNAC, Wireless, Meraki, Junos Space, OpManager, A10 and Netscaler load balancing technologies, Azure Networking

You Have:

• Education Required: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or a related discipline
• 5-8+ years of network administration and operations related experience in a large distributed environment
• Strong technical, problem determination and resolution skills
• Ability to describe, create and manage system documentation, scripting, testing and implementation of networking automations
• Must be able to work well both independently and as part of a team
• Process driven thinking as an active participant in organizational processes including but not limited to change management, vendor management, escalation procedures, and project management
• Ability to secure controlled goods security clearance

All successful applicants must meet requirements for Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP), Canadian Government Security clearance, and U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

Bonus:

• CCNA, CCNP certifications
• Juniper, Meraki, and Check Point certifications
• ITIL Foundations certified
• Azure Network Engineer Associate
• Leading Change experience
• Lean yellow/green belt certifications (or other process improvement experience)

JDI IT: Who we are and what we offer

At JDI IT, the belief that what people experience matters more than technology is part of our foundational core.

With over 350 employees, we offer the opportunity to create real value by helping people and businesses work smarter. JDI IT supports the entire J.D. Irving Limited group of companies which means we offer opportunities and experiences across a wide breadth of IT areas, businesses and industries. From forestry, to transportation, to shipbuilding, we are working directly with our business counterparts to align their strategies to continued advancements in IT. As a member of the JDI IT team, you will be a key player in enabling the business to win by overcoming obstacles and "getting it done"!

We believe in the power of diverse teams and invest in continuous professional growth. We are seeking naturally curious change makers looking to join a collaborative and motivated team. Come help JDI IT Raise the Bar!

We appreciate your interest in our company! Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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J.D. Irving, Limited is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in its employment practices and to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment for all employees.