Network and Security Specialist

Job Description

<h3>Job Description</h3><p>Job Description<p>Salary: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per annum<br /><p><em>We are seeking a motivated and skilled <span >Intermediate/Senior</span> Network Engineer to join our Professional Services team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and supporting enterprise-grade network infrastructures across on-premises and cloud environments. You will play a key role in ensuring network performance, security, and scalability, while contributing to the delivery of reliable and efficient hybrid connectivity solutions.</em></p><p></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p><br /></p><ul><li>Design, deploy, and maintain enterprise network infrastructure across on-premises and cloud environments.</li><li>Build and manage highly available, secure, and scalable network architectures, including WAN, LAN, and cloud networking (e.g., AWS VPC, Azure VNet).</li><li>Configure and support network appliances such as firewalls, routers, switches, and VPN concentrators.</li><li>Automate network provisioning and configuration management using tools like Ansible, Terraform, or Python-based scripts.</li><li>Monitor network performance, troubleshoot connectivity issues, and optimize traffic flow and reliability.</li><li>Collaborate with cloud, security, and infrastructure teams to implement secure and efficient network solutions.</li><li>Implement robust network backup, disaster recovery, and firmware/patch management strategies.</li><li>Ensure systems comply with organizational security and compliance standards.</li><li>Document infrastructure, configurations, and procedures.</li></ul><p><br /></p><p>Required Qualifications</p><p><br /></p><ul><li>6+ years of hands-on experience in network engineering and administration (routing, switching, firewalls, VPNs, etc.).</li><li>3+ years of experience managing networking infrastructure in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)</li><li>Strong experience with network automation and infrastructure-as-code tools (Ansible, Terraform, etc.).</li><li>Solid understanding of core networking concepts, including TCP/IP, VLANs, BGP, OSPF, NAT, and load balancing.</li><li>Familiarity with SD-WAN, cloud networking (e.g., Azure VNet, AWS VPC), and virtual network appliances is a strong plus.</li><li>Experience with network monitoring and logging tools (e.g., SolarWinds, PRTG, Wireshark, or similar) is a plus.</li><li>Excellent troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills.</li></ul><p><br /></p><p>Preferred Qualifications</p><p><br /></p><ul></ul><ul><li>Certifications in one or more of the following areas: - Cisco CCNP and/or CCIE - F5 (F5-CA/LTM/GTM/APM) - Aruba - Palo Alto Network (Certified Network Security Engineer) - ISC (CCSP or CISSP) - Fortinet Product line Juniper Vmware NSX</li><li>Experience with network configuration management and version control tools (e.g., Ansible, Git).</li><li>Familiarity with automation and orchestration in network environments.</li><li>Exposure to security best practices and compliance frameworks (SOC 2, ISO 27001, etc).</li><li>Experience in air-gapped environments.</li></ul><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p>What We Offer</p><p></p><ul><li>Competitive salary and performance bonuses</li><li>Flexible working hours and remote options</li><li>Comprehensive health, and dental insurance</li><li>Professional development and certification reimbursement</li><li>A collaborative team environment working with cutting-edge tech<br /></li></ul><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p>Work Model</p><p><br /></p><p>We promote work-life balance and Family is one of our values. We enable our employees to work from home and from the office by providing a hybrid work model with flexibility. This role will work primarily from the office, however we will work together to ensure you have flexibility.</p><p><br /></p><p>Our Commitment to You</p><p><br /></p><p>As a proud equal opportunity employer, we encourage applicants from all walks of life to apply to join our growing team. We are committed to providing all employees with a workplace experience that is free from barriers, discrimination, and harassment regardless of age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, faith identity, nationality, and/or disability status. If youre driven, hard-working, and want to join a dynamic and energetic team, we welcome you to apply today and encourage you to come as you are.</p><p><br /></p><p>About PureLogic IT</p><p><br /></p><p>PureLogic IT provides innovative IT solutions for the Federal Government and private sector organizations. We enable outcomes as a secure and trusted technology service provider across current and emerging technologies. With expertise across all areas of IT including cloud technology, software solutions, and infrastructure, as well as professional services - its what we do and how we do it that makes us different. We are a Canadian, women-owned, equal opportunity employer with a family culture and passion for giving back. Strong. Secure. Engage.<em>Together</em><em>.</em>This is our Mission.</p></p></p>