Network SME

Job Description: Are you passionate about building and securing large-scale networks. Join our team as a Network Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Montreal! We are looking for a highly experienced professional with a deep understanding of modern networking, especially in complex, high-security environments.

What You’ll Do: – Design, implement, and maintain large, secure network infrastructures for both production and non-production environments. – Lead efforts to separate and secure networks, helping ensure robust security and smooth business operations. – Work closely with business and technical teams—to explain/socialize risks with larger teams and implement the network designs, . – Develop and execute comprehensive network implementation plans, with security and stability in mind. – Build automation for repetitive network tasks using tools like Python and Ansible. – Perform scheduled network changes and migrations during weekends and outside normal business hours as required.

What We’re Looking For: – 10+ years of networking experience — ideally in financial services, technology vendors, or systems integrators. – Expertise with Ethernet technologies (STP, 802.1x, VPC, Multilayer Switching, Leaf-Spine IP Fabric). – Deep knowledge of IP routing protocols (RIP, OSPF, BGP, MPBGP, TCP/IP) and multicast (PIM, IGMP, MSDP). – Hands-on experience with Cisco ASR, Nexus, Catalyst and Arista switches, and network operating systems (Cisco IOS, IOS-XE, NXOS, IOS-XR, Arista EOS). – Strong background in network security concepts, multi-tier security architectures, and best practices for segmenting production and non-production networks. – Experience with network tools such as Wireshark, Infoblox, HPNA, Splunk, Sevone. – Familiarity with project/task management tools like JIRA, especially Agile/Kanban methods. – Strong scripting/automation skills is a must. Able to independently develop solutions for repetitive network tasks. – Willing to work weekends. Nice to Have: – UNIX or Linux skills. – CCIE or similar certifications. – Knowledge of Wireless infra, SDN, SDWAN, DMVPN, public cloud is a plus. – Strong grasp of security concepts (defense in depth, zero trust, least privilege, risk controls). – Experience working on enterprise-level initiatives with senior stakeholders across multiple regions and cultures. – Experience with Optical equipment like Adva/Ciena is a plus – Experience with timing infra like the spectracom/meinberg is a plus.

Who You Are: – A clear communicator with excellent presentation skills. – A team player who can also work independently on large scale projects. – Flexible, reliable, and dedicated to delivering results. – Someone who takes ownership and accountability for your work. #J-18808-Ljbffr