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Network Support Specialist, Senior

Altis Recruitment

Ottawa, Ontario

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Network Support Specialist, Senior

Altis Recruitment

Ottawa, Ontario
 
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Our valued Federal Government client is currently seeking a Network Support Specialist to provide administration, technical and engineering support to the departments distributed network and any interconnectivity to other national and international networks. This is a 1 year hybrid contract in Ottawa.

Roles and Responsibilities

 

  • Provide administration, technical, and engineering support distributed network capabilities

  • Implement hardware and software access controls to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, availability, and security of the networks and C4ISR systems.

  • Provide network support to exercises, experimentation, training, and demonstrations employing a wide variety of C4ISR systems and applications.

  • Provide installation and configuration of network infrastructure (e.g., points-of-presence, routers, switches) across Canada.

  • Prepare network topology, engineering, and design diagrams.

  • Prepare site accreditation documentation.

  • Develop IP mapping schema.

  • Monitor network performance and provide recommendations for improvements.

  • Test networks and systems to identify vulnerabilities.

  • Research security and software devices as directed in security-related projects.

Qualifications and Skills

  • 5+ years of experience providing Network Administration Support in a distributed LAN/WAN environment, installing and configuring routers and switches
  • SECRET level clearance is required

Education

A relevant degree/diploma is required

 



We appreciate the time and effort all applicants invest in their submissions. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for this role will be contacted directly. However, your profile will remain under consideration for future opportunities that align with your experience and career goals. All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.

We are committed to hiring military and Veteran spouses and encourage you to identify your connection with the MSEN when reaching out to us or applying to any of our open roles.

 

Have questions or want to learn more about us? We would love to hear from you!

 

majella.de.freitas@altis.com

 

Whenever possible, reach out to a named contact rather than a general inbox  - it helps ensure a quicker, more personalized response. If you hit a bounce-back, let us know at

employment.Emploi@cfmws.com

 

 

 

About Altis Recruitment

Welcome on behalf on the Altis Recruitment team! Altis has a long-standing business relationship with the Defence community. For more than 30 years, we have been grateful to work alongside the Department of National Defence and countless military professionals. We know that family members of military personnel often make many personal sacrifices to support their loved ones. We understand that it can be difficult to pursue a career when embracing sudden changes like relocation and deployment. For some, this has meant putting a pause on career goals or professional development. We would like to provide you with everything you need for a successful and confident job search – in addition to access to job opportunities. Download the checklists our experts have created to help you be at your best from application to interview.