Data Communications Administrator

New Value Solutions, a national IT consulting company, is seeking a Senior Data Communications Administrator to provide advanced technical leadership in the design, implementation, and ongoing support of an enterprise network and communications infrastructure. The role is responsible for ensuring reliable, secure, and high performance connectivity across large scale distributed environments, including LAN, MAN, and WAN networks.

Operating within a complex environment that includes remote and bandwidth constrained communities, the role supports network operations, troubleshooting, optimization, and modernization initiatives. The Senior Data Communications Administrator plays a key role in maintaining enterprise network services, mentoring technical staff, and ensuring continuity of critical operations.

Responsibilities:

Network Operations and Maintenance

• Provide advanced support for network maintenance, planning, and implementation across enterprise WAN environments
• Install, configure, and maintain network hardware including Cisco ISR, Nexus, Catalyst, ASA, and wireless controllers
• Ensure stability and performance of distributed LAN, MAN, and WAN environments
• Support connectivity across various last mile technologies including satellite and network services

Network Implementation and Optimization

• Implement and optimize routing, switching, wireless, and firewall configurations
• Support deployment and optimization of network monitoring platforms including Cisco Prime, Cisco DNA, ACS, ISE, and Live Action
• Ensure network solutions are scalable, efficient, and aligned with enterprise requirements
• Support WAN optimization technologies and acceleration platforms

Security and Content Management

• Support and maintain network security solutions including Cisco Firepower, Palo Alto, Zscaler, and Blue Coat
• Ensure network configurations align with security standards and data protection requirements
• Support content filtering and secure access controls across enterprise environments
• Monitor and address network vulnerabilities and security incidents

Troubleshooting and Incident Resolution

• Perform advanced troubleshooting and root cause analysis for network issues
• Provide Tier 3 support for escalated incidents across the enterprise
• Support remote diagnostics and issue resolution for geographically dispersed communities
• Work in high demand environments where decisions impact business continuity

Technical Leadership and Collaboration

• Provide mentorship and guidance to Tier 1 and Tier 2 staff and regional technicians
• Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to resolve technical issues
• Participate in infrastructure projects and provide expert network input
• Support knowledge transfer and continuous skill development across teams

Documentation and Governance

• Create and maintain technical documentation for network configurations and procedures
• Review, edit, and validate vendor documentation
• Ensure documentation is accurate and aligned with operational and audit requirements
• Contribute to enterprise architecture repository and technical standards

Project Support and Continuous Improvement

• Provide expertise on internal IM IT infrastructure projects
• Support post implementation reviews and post mortem analysis
• Develop recommendations to improve network performance and reliability
• Contribute to modernization and optimization of network environments

Requirements:

• Proven experience configuring, deploying, and administering large enterprise network environments
• Hands on experience with Cisco networking hardware including ISR, Nexus, Catalyst, ASA, and wireless platforms
• Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills
• Experience working in distributed LAN, MAN, and WAN environments
• Experience with network monitoring tools such as Cisco Prime, DNA, ISE, and Live Action
• Experience supporting content filtering and security solutions including Zscaler, Palo Alto, and Blue Coat
• Ability to work independently and in high pressure environments
• Strong organizational, documentation, and communication skills
• Demonstrated leadership and mentoring experience considered an asset
• Experience with satellite or remote connectivity solutions considered an asset
• Certifications in networking such as Cisco CCNP or CCIE considered an asset
• Certifications in network security technologies considered an asset
• Additional training in network monitoring, WAN optimization, or security platforms considered an asset

If you have this expertise, and are able to work in Canada, please submit your resume. While we thank all candidates in advance for their application, only those candidates who are shortlisted will be contacted.