Senior Network Infrastructure Analyst

Please note: The application deadline for this position is May 26 at 11:59 PM Mountain Standard Time (MST).

Help power the digital infrastructure that keeps the Northwest Territories connected.

The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) is seeking a Senior Network Infrastructure Analyst to join the Technology Service Centre (TSC) in Yellowknife.

This senior technical role supports the design, performance, security and reliability of the GNWT’s highly complex Digital Communications Network (DCN), delivering critical network services to more than 6,000 users across 33 communities.

About the Role

Reporting to the Network Infrastructure Team Lead, the Senior Network Infrastructure Analyst provides leadership in the planning, implementation, monitoring and support of the GNWT’s enterprise network infrastructure.

The role supports a large-scale hybrid environment that includes LAN, WAN, cloud-hosted technologies, VOIP services, network security infrastructure and internet connectivity supporting government departments, agencies, schools and health authorities across the Northwest Territories.

This position is ideal for an experienced IT professional who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, leading infrastructure projects and supporting mission-critical systems in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

In this role you will:

• Design, implement and support complex LAN, WAN and cloud-based network infrastructure
• Monitor network performance, reliability and traffic across GNWT systems
• Lead third-tier troubleshooting and resolution of complex network issues
• Develop and maintain network security controls, including firewalls and VPN access
• Support disaster recovery, business continuity and network resiliency initiatives
• Lead technical infrastructure projects, including planning, implementation and risk management

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• Develop network standards, documentation and ITIL-based operational processes
• Collaborate with GNWT departments, stakeholders and third-party vendors to deliver secure and effective solutions
• Research and evaluate emerging technologies to improve network performance, security and reliability.

Qualifications Required

Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:

• A Degree in Network Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems or a related field, combined with three (3) years of experience in server and network administration, IP data network support and operations.

Equivalencies

Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered. For example:

• A 2-year diploma in a related field with five (5) years of relevant experience
• A related degree plus a Master’s degree in Computer Science or Information Systems and one (1) year of relevant experience

Additional Requirements

• Valid Canadian Driver’s Licence equivalent to NWT Class 5 or better
• Criminal records check required

Learn More

The GNWT offers a competitive salary, an annual northern living allowance, a generous defined benefit pension plan, and health/dental benefits in addition to relocation assistance. To learn more about living and working in the Northwest Territories, visit:

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