Senior Network Architect to design -level and detailed IP/MPLS network architecture telecom systems
Job in
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Listing for:
S.i. Systems
Full Time, Contract
position
Listed on 2026-01-02
Job specializations:
-
IT/Tech
Systems Engineer, Cybersecurity
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Senior Network Architect to design high-level and detailed IP/MPLS network architecture for telecom systems - 00756
Our utilities client is seeking a Senior Network Architect to design high-level and detailed IP/MPLS network architecture for telecom systems meeting SCADA and OT application requirements -
This is a 12-months contract to start. Open to remote candidates across Canada, must work within Canada and following PST time zone. 37.5 hours/week.
Must Have:
10 years in telecom network design
, with at least 5 years in utility or critical infrastructure.Experience with IP/MPLS technologies:
LDP, RSVP-TE
, Segment Routing, QoS, MPLS VPNs.Hands-on experience with Nokia IP/MPLS platforms (e.g., SR, NSP).Must have Nokia NRS II or Nokia Certified Service Routing Architect (SRA).Nice to haves:
CCIE/JNCIE or similar advanced certifications are assets.Cybersecurity certifications (CISSP, ISA/IEC ) are assets.Key Responsibilities
Architectural Design: Develop high-level and detailed IP/MPLS network architecture for telecom systems.Ensure designs meet utility-specific requirements for SCADA, protection relays, and other critical OT applications.Incorporate redundancy, resiliency, Secure and failover mechanisms suitable for mission-critical operations.Technology Integration: Design interoperability with legacy TDM systems and migration strategies to IP/MPLS.Define integration points with IT networks while maintaining strict OT security boundaries.Evaluate existing network infrastructure and identify gaps.Recommend hardware platforms, software versions, and protocols aligned with utility standards.Security & Compliance: Incorporate cybersecurity best practices (NERC CIP, IEC ).Ensure compliance with regulatory and internal standards.Documentation: Deliver detailed design documents, topology diagrams, configuration guidelines, High-level architecture document, design templates and Engineering Standards, etc.Detailed design package (including IP addressing, routing, MPLS VPN design, IP/MPLS QoS architectural and traffic engineering design, etc.).Security architecture and compliance considerations.Develop and execute Lab verification, migration and implementation plans.Provide test report and engineering memo as needed.
Position Requirements
10+ Years
work experience
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