Networking Expert

ITI is over 35 years of advising and making IT projects come to life for our clients. But above all we’re human IT experts who embrace our visionary side. We rethink IT to make a positive impact on companies, industries and the economy.  

At ITI, we value new ideas and combining areas of expertise. We like intelligence in all its forms: technological, human, individual and collective.  

Working with us means having the opportunity to grow and develop IT in your own way, for yourself and the more than 1,500 clients. To innovate with one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies, where IT is developed by humans, for humans.  

Join us in making IT more accessible   

ITI is looking for a Networking Expert for a full-time, hybrid position. Your role will be to promote innovation by designing and implementing customized network solutions tailored to clients’ specific needs. You will also be responsible for producing recommendation reports to remediate environments that have undergone an audit or health check. You will report to the Manager, Professional Services Infrastructure and work closely with a team of experts in virtualization, networks and systems.  

Your role at ITI

You will be responsible for:    

• Managing projects from start to finish, ensuring they are delivered on time and meet quality standards; 
• Conducting in-depth assessments of clients’ existing network infrastructure to identify strengths, weaknesses and areas for improvement; 
• Analyzing network performance indicators, security vulnerabilities and upgrade requirements; 
• Producing detailed audit reports outlining findings, recommendations and proposed solutions; 
• Creating clear and comprehensive network documentation, including network diagrams, configurations and network procedures; 
• Keep accurate records of network configurations, changes and upgrades; 
• Ensuring documentation is accessible and kept up-to-date for internal reference and client delivery; 
• Advising internal teams and clients on network design, implementation and troubleshooting; 
• Collaborating with architecture teams to develop new offerings and services based on market demand and new technologies; 
• Mentoring junior team members and supporting their professional development;
• Occasional travel to client sites primarily located in the Québec City and Montréal areas may be required, depending on project needs. 

This position is for you if…

• You want to take part in ambitious projects involving a wide variety of technical challenges; 
• You quickly build strong relationships with clients and are able to reassure them while delivering exceptional service; 
• You are motivated by ambiguity and enjoy pushing yourself beyond your comfort zone; 
• You stay current with industry trends and best practices in network architecture and design and are eager to apply them in your day-to-day work. 

What we’re looking for

Profile

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role;  
• Strong knowledge of networking concepts; 
• Solid experience in network architecture, design and implementation, particularly with Cisco technologies; 
• Proven expertise with Cisco network technologies, including routers, switches, firewalls and wireless solutions; 
• Experience with new technologies and solutions, such as Cisco ACI, DNA Center, NAC,  and SSE to enhance clients’ network capabilities; 
• Experience with Fortinet technologies, including FortiGate, FortiSwitch, FortiWiFi, FortiEMS, FortiManager, and FortiSASE; 
• Experience with Aruba networking products is considered a strong asset; 
• Experience in network automation and programmability is considered an asset; 
• Cisco certifications such as CCNP or CCIE are strong assets; 
• Fortinet certifications such as NSE 4, NSE 5, NSE 6, NSE 7, or NSE 8 are strong assets; 
• Ability to explain technical concepts in simple, accessible terms; 
• Fluency in French (spoken and written) and an intermediate level of English. Adding an English-speaking team member will allow the department to continue its operations and appropriately support English-only clients; 
• A valid driver’s license and access to a personal vehicle are required for occasional travel to client locations; 
• Palo Alto certifications are considered an asset. 

Human qualities

• Solution-oriented mindset and customer-focused attitude; 
• Strong problem-solving skills; 
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality work; 
• Good management of priorities and stress; 
• Sense of initiative and strong leadership skills; 
• Autonomy and adaptability; 
• Strong team spirit. 

What we offer

Our code of honour ensures that you’re never just a number. We empower our teams to take on challenges with agility. Each and every one of us has the autonomy to get things done.  

Concretely, this means:

• A work environment where transparency and honesty reign — where everyone enjoys autonomy and the trust and attention of their leaders ; 
• The ability to divide your time between home and the office — and have truly flexible working hours ; 
• Summer schedule — 8 additional half-days off ; 
• A group insurance plan — adaptable to your needs ; 
• A telehealth service including 24/7 access to medical personnel — to respond to your concerns ; 
• Personal days — to ensure you’re there for life’s important moments ; 
• Floating holidays — to help you take some time off in your busy life ; 
• A Group RRSP — to plan for life after your career ; 
• Continuing education — to develop your skills and help you grow. 

Our values

We believe how we do something is just as important as what we do.
We leverage our expertise, ethics, commitment and excellence to advise, collaborate and bring projects to life.

We are ITI

We believe in blending styles and backgrounds. In the differences that push us to think differently. That’s why ITI has an Equal Employment Opportunity program and encourages women, people with disabilities indigenous people and visible minorities to submit their application. We are working to become an inclusive employer for all and accommodation measures may be provided, upon request, to persons with disabilities throughout the pre-screening and selection process.

Our simple recruitment process

Simplifying things is in our DNA.

If your application is selected, you will be invited to an initial virtual interview with our recruitment specialist. If this interview is successful for both of us, you will be invited to a virtual interview with the hiring manager and our recruitment specialist. If necessary, a technical interview may be added to the process for IT positions.

All applications are treated as confidential.

By submitting your application for this position, you consent to our collection and use of your personal information for the purpose of evaluating your application. If your application is unsuccessful, you also consent to our contacting you regarding similar opportunities. You can consult our Privacy Policy at the following address https://iti.ca/uploads/2023/09/CONFIDENTIALITY-AND-PRIVACY-PROTECTION-POLICY.pdf

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