Role Title: Network Analyst
Location & Work Arrangement
• Full-time onsite at in Regina, Saskatchewan
• Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Travel across Saskatchewan is required, including occasional overnight stays
• Rotational on-call support required in one-week intervals
• Overtime may be required as agreed with SaskEnergy
Role Overview
Our client is seeking an experienced Network Analyst to join the Enterprise Networks team within Digital Technology & Security. The successful candidate will support the operational administration, maintenance, troubleshooting, implementation, and architectural design of the client’s corporate and SCADA network infrastructure.
The role combines hands-on network operations with strategic planning and architecture responsibilities. The Network Analyst will work closely with the existing team to ensure LAN/WAN infrastructure is configured, secured, documented, and implemented in accordance with current industry and security best practices.
Responsibilities
This role includes, but is not limited to:
• Administer, implement, troubleshoot, and document enterprise network infrastructure to support continuous and efficient operations
• Develop strategic plans for network device evolution aligned with business needs and industry standards
• Provide expert technical support, administration, and engineering for network devices
• Monitor and optimize network performance and resolve network issues to maintain availability and reliability
• Plan, implement, maintain, and test network disaster recovery processes
• Support corporate and field employees by addressing technology concerns and escalating complex issues when required
• Implement network equipment updates in accordance with company standards and security practices
• Maintain system integrity through change control, problem management, and stakeholder communication
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop scalable and adaptable network solutions
• Maintain current knowledge of networking technologies, certifications, and industry developments
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures and participate actively in team meetings
• Support departmental goals and represent Digital Technology & Security in alignment with strategic objectives
Contract Term
• Preferred Start Date: As soon as possible following contract award
• Initial End Date: March 31, 2027
• Renewal Option: Up to four (4) successive one-year renewal terms
Key Search Criteria
Education & Certifications (include copies where applicable)
No specific degree or certification is identified as a mandatory requirement in the RFP; however, current networking certifications and ongoing professional development are considered valuable.
Skills and Experience Qualifications (ensure these are clear in application)
Mandatory (Pass/Fail)
Required Experience
• Minimum five (5) years of recent practical experience in network administration and network design/architecture
• Valid Class 5 Saskatchewan Driver’s License or equivalent
• Ability to work full-time onsite in Regina, Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Ability to travel outside Regina, including occasional overnight stays
• Ability to participate in rotational on-call support in one-week intervals
• Ability to attend an in-person interview
Preferred (Rated/Scored)
Desired Technical Experience
• Spine-and-Leaf data centre networking using VXLAN with BGP EVPN
• Routing protocols including BGP, EIGRP, and OSPF
• Cisco switches and routers, including IOS, IOS-XE, and NX-OS command-line interfaces
• Fortinet firewalls, switches, and access points
• Fortinet security tools including FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer, and FortiNAC
• Microsoft Azure networking including Virtual Networks, VNet Peering, Route Tables, Front Door, WAF, and Network Security Groups
• Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) networking
• Network security best practices
• Enterprise network architecture integrating on-premises and cloud environments
• LTE and satellite communication technologies
• ITIL frameworks and Change Management processes
• SCADA network operations and architecture
• Network technology deployment within organizational technology projects
• Relevant North American experience with provincial government, Crown corporations, Oil & Gas transmission companies, or equivalent environments
Soft Skills
• Strong interpersonal and professional communication skills
• Excellent collaboration within multidisciplinary project teams
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical problem-solving abilities
• Ability to communicate effectively with corporate and field employees
• Ability to work within established standards, procedures, and change controls
• Strong documentation and knowledge-sharing skills
• Team-oriented approach with the ability to contribute to strategic and operational objectives
Evaluation Criteria
Candidates will be evaluated based on:
• Resume
• Relevant Skills and Experience
• Competitive Rate
• In-person Interview and References for shortlisted candidates, if required
Additional Information
References
• At least two (2) recent business references are required for each candidate
• References may be verified as part of the evaluation process
Resume Requirements
Resume must clearly demonstrate:
• Minimum 5+ years of recent network administration and design/architecture experience
• Cisco and Fortinet networking experience
• Routing protocol experience (BGP, EIGRP, OSPF)
• Data centre network architecture experience, including VXLAN/BGP EVPN where applicable
• Azure and hybrid cloud networking experience
• Network security and firewall experience
• SCADA network experience, if applicable
• Enterprise network troubleshooting, implementation, and documentation experience
• Relevant project and organizational environment experience