Design and architect network security solutions in advanced SDN/SD‑WAN environments. Implement and evaluate firewalls, DDoS, IPS, NAC, endpoint and cloud security, and SASE. Build network dashboards using BI tools, run pilots/proofs-of-concept, and communicate technical recommendations to senior/executive stakeholders.
We do have a job opening for Sr.Technology Architect (NetSec) for our direct client Province of Ontario. The position details are given below:
Job Details:
Job ID: RQ11207 - Sr.Technology Architect (NetSec)
Client : Community Services Cluster
Location : Toronto, Ontario
Duration: 01 year + Extension
Type: Hybrid (2 days onsite / 3 days remote)
Job Description:
Must Have Skills:
- 5+ years of experience in network security within advanced SDN environments – preferably in Ontario K–12 school boards.
- 5+ years of experience with network security and network protection solutions and technologies – preferably for Ontario K-12 school boards, including:
- Next-generation firewalls (specifically Fortinet, Meraki, Palo Alto)
- Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) protection
- Advanced Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS)
- Network access control (e.g., HPE Aruba ClearPass, FortiNAC)
- Endpoint protection and cloud-based security solutions
- 2+ years of experience with data analysis and data visualization tools to develop network dashboards (e.g., Tableau, Microsoft Power BI).
- Demonstrated experience assessing and evaluating new and emerging network security technologies with pilots and proof-of-concepts.
- Demonstrated experience with secure access service edge (SASE) platforms and solutions.
- 5+ years of experience with network infrastructure solutions and technologies (e.g., LAN/WAN, VPN, VLAN) and hardware (e.g., switches, routers, firewalls).
- 5+ years of experience with software-defined networking (SDN) / software-defined area network (SD-WAN) technologies, in particular Fortinet, Meraki, and Palo Alto – preferably for Ontario K-12 school boards.
- 5+ years of experience presenting to senior and executive management and stakeholders.
- Proven experience communicating complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences, including executive and senior management and stakeholders.
- Degree in computer science, engineering, or a related discipline – postgraduate degree (e.g., M.Sc. M.A. Adand/or Ph.D.) preferred.
- Relevant industry certifications or equivalent experience.
- Cyber security credentials – e.g., Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) – considered an asset but not mandatory.
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