Network Administrator (Ahuntsic-Cartierville)

Network Security Engineer (Contract) Location: Ottawa, ON (Hybrid, 2 days onsite)

Compensation: $95-120/hour INC

Language: Strong written and verbal communication in English required

Duration: April to December 2026

Background Check Requirement: Enhanced security clearance required

About the Opportunity This is an exciting opportunity to join a large, complex organization within a critical infrastructure environment, supporting a major data centre migration initiative. You will play a key role in ensuring secure and seamless application transitions by working at the intersection of network security, infrastructure, and application teams. In this role, you will collaborate with cross‑functional stakeholders to analyze application communication flows, implement firewall policies, and maintain system integrity throughout the migration. This is a hands‑on, high‑impact prospect where your work directly contributes to the stability and security of enterprise systems operating in a real‑time environment.

What’s In It for You

Exposure to large-scale infrastructure transformation projects

A collaborative environment that values precision, teamwork, and accountability

Opportunity to work alongside experienced network and security professionals

A workplace that supports learning and continuous improvement

Your Responsibilities

You’ll analyze firewall logs and traffic patterns to identify and validate application communication flows

You’ll translate business and technical requirements into firewall policies and rule sets

You’ll implement and test firewall configurations to ensure secure and reliable connectivity

You’ll troubleshoot network and security issues in a production environment

You’ll document application dependencies, configurations, and changes to support audit and operational needs

Skills and Qualifications

8-10 years of progressive experience in network security within enterprise environments

Hands‑on expertise with Check Point technologies, including Security Gateways, MDS, Smart Console, and GAIA

Strong experience creating, implementing, and troubleshooting firewall rules

Proven ability to analyze logs and resolve connectivity issuesExperience working in structured, high‑availability or production environments

Exposure to load balancing concepts, including L4 and L7, is an asset

Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across technical teams

Equal Employment Opportunity 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.

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