Job Description

Our valued Federal Government client is currently seeking a Senior Network Support Specialist for a long term, ONSITE contract opportunity in Ottawa, Ontario. The selected consultant will provide support for the engineering evaluation, design and implementation activities for a Communications and Systems project.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Analyse the IT hardware requirements and provide recommendations for optimization. 
• Implement, install, and configure Network equipment in racks/systems. 
• Provide design recommendations for test cases.
• Document the IT network setup and build/configuration.  Update system documentation for any changes that occur.  
• Maintain network security. 
• Prepare equipment block diagrams. 
• Prepare cable interconnect diagrams. 
• Prepare system configuration diagrams. 
• Install and assist with testing equipment. 

Qualifications and Skills

1. VALID Top Secret Clearance 
2. 5+ years of experience administering, installing, configuring, testing, troubleshooting, supporting and maintaining Information Technology (IT) products, services and infrastructure.
3. 7+ Years of experience planning, designing or implementing a network security device or system.
4. 7+ years of experience with at least 2 of the following:

• Microsoft network operating system products; 
• VMWare operating systems software products; 
• Cisco Enterprise and Service provider class products; 
• Internet Protocol Networks; and
• Applications Integration.

Education

A Post-Secondary Degree in a relevant IM/IT Field is required