IT Network Analyst

IT Network Analyst – Amphenol Communications Solutions

Location:

Markham, Canada (Ontario)

Position Type:
Full Time | Wage:
Depends on Experience | Posting Date: 11/25/2025

Amphenol Communications Solutions (ACS), a division of Amphenol Corporation, is a world leader in interconnect solutions for Communications, Mobile, RF, Optics, and Commercial electronics markets. ACS designs and manufactures a wide range of innovative connectors, cable assemblies, and network equipment for data centers, mobile, industrial, and automotive applications.

The Network Analyst will leverage a deep understanding of networking technology and protocols to support and troubleshoot Amphenol HSIO’s advanced global infrastructure. This infrastructure includes Fortigate Firewalls, Forti Analyzer, Forti Manager, SD‑WAN, Azure Cloud services, and Cisco Meraki. The Network Analyst must possess strong communication skills, be proactive, work independently, and collaborate with various levels of management. On‑call availability is required.

• Monitor and analyze network performance across cloud and on‑premises environments, identifying and resolving issues before they impact business operations.
• Utilize network analytics tools (e.g., Azure Monitor, Auvik, Wireshark, Forti Analyzer) to ensure continuous and optimal network performance.
• Collaborate with the Network Engineering and Security teams to recommend improvements in network design, security policies, and performance optimizations.
• Document, develop, and review operational processes and troubleshooting guides for Network Support and Operations staff.
• Analyze network traffic patterns and generate reports to optimize capacity, reliability, and security.
• Provide insights on firewall logs and recommend security policy optimizations.
• Work closely with Operations, Support, and Architecture team members to implement proactive monitoring and reporting solutions that maximize uptime and visibility.

• College Diploma or University Degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Network Analyst or in a similar role, with at least 3 years of experience in analyzing and optimizing both on‑premises and cloud networks.

• Support, administer, and configure Forti Gate Firewalls, Forti Analyzer, Forti Manager, and Cisco Meraki network devices and policies.
• Work closely with Operations, Support, and Architecture team members to implement proactive monitoring and reporting solutions that maximize uptime, reliability, and visibility.
• Document, develop, and review operational processes and troubleshooting guides for Network Support and Operations staff.
• Perform application updates, security patches, and configuration changes on network hardware, services, and systems.
• Proactively monitor network performance across cloud and on‑premises environments, identifying and resolving issues before they impact business operations.
• Utilize cloud‑native and on‑premises monitoring tools (e.g., Azure Monitor, Auvik, Wireshark) to ensure continuous and optimal network performance.
• Troubleshoot complex network issues related to cloud services, M365 applications, and hybrid network configurations.

• Minimum of 2 years of Azure networking experience, including administration, troubleshooting, and automation (scripting).
• Minimum of 2 years of experience with Forti Gate Firewall administration.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience with Forti Manager and Forti Analyzer.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience supporting a Cisco Meraki environment.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience supporting routing and switching in a complex environment.
• Solid working knowledge of networking theory, including LAN, WAN, SAN, and Wireless technologies (Fortinet and Cisco).
• Professional‑level experience with advanced routing and switching technologies:
  • Layer‑2: VLAN, QoS, IGMP, Multicast, MPLS, hierarchical network architectures.
  • Layer‑3: EIGRP, BGP, IPv4, IPv6, Software‑Defined Networking, VPN technologies, Microsoft Azure Networking.
• Strong understanding of access control lists (ACLs) and firewall concepts.
• Familiarity with SD‑WAN technology and its…