Network Analyst

Network Analyst – Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario

The Network Analyst supports the security, stability and availability of Interfor’s network infrastructure across multi‑site manufacturing and corporate environments. This hands‑on role delivers network administration, supports mill and office connectivity, resolves escalations, and partners closely with internal teams and external vendors to improve reliability and standardization.

This role is for an existing on‑site vacancy and can be based out of one of the following locations with up to 40% travel across Canada and the US:

• Sault Ste. Marie Division: 1195 Peoples Rd, Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6C 3W7
• Timmins Division: 267 McChesney Rd, Timmins, ON P4N 7C3

Interfor offers a competitive salary based on experience, skills, and qualifications, with an expected range of $80,000 - $85,000 (CAD) per year. We’re committed to creating careers where employees can contribute, grow, and thrive. In addition to base pay, you’ll enjoy:

• Short-Term Incentive Bonus
• 3 weeks paid vacation to start
• RRSP matching
• Employee Share Purchase Program matching
• Employer‑paid medical and dental coverage
• Ongoing opportunities for professional development

• Monitor, troubleshoot, and support enterprise networks across corporate and remote sites, ensuring reliable availability of LAN/WAN, Wi‑Fi, VPN, firewall, and site connectivity services.
• Install, configure, and manage network infrastructure including switches, routers, firewalls, wireless systems, and related services throughout their full lifecycle.
• Maintain secure, resilient, and standardized networks by applying best practices, validating backups and configurations, and supporting redundancy, failover, and refresh initiatives.
• Plan, implement, and document network changes and operations, maintaining accurate diagrams, standards, and procedures while following established change management processes.
• Collaborate with IT, OT, cybersecurity, vendors, and site teams to deliver secure multi‑site connectivity, support WAN circuits and site turn‑ups, resolve incidents, and participate in on‑call support as required.

• Experience:
  
  5+ years in a network administration role in a manufacturing environment
• Certifications:
  
  Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) – required
• Education:
  
  University Degree or Diploma in Information Technology or similar
• Technical:
  Strong understanding of enterprise networking in a multi‑site environment, including TCP/IP, routing and switching, wireless technologies, physical media, and network security (firewalls, VPNs, and segmentation), along with hands‑on experience monitoring networks, troubleshooting incidents using logs/data, and supporting deployments and upgrades.
• Professional:
  Ability to work independently and collaboratively, communicate clearly with technical and non‑technical stakeholders, produce effective documentation, manage competing priorities, and continuously learn in a dynamic IT/OT operating environment.
• Travel: up to 40%, must have a valid driver's license and reliable vehicle, be comfortable flying, renting a car and driving to remote locations across Canada and the USA, and have a personal credit or debit card to charge travel expenses and submit for reimbursement.

At Interfor, our culture is built on integrity, respect, and collaboration. We believe in empowering employees, fostering career development, and operating sustainably to support both our people and our planet. Learn more at

We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All applicants offered a position must successfully complete a pre‑employment drug test and background check. Interfor is an Equal Opportunity Employer building a capable, committed, diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual identity, gender, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.