Network Operations Specialist Americas

WSP is a global leader in engineering and professional services . We pride ourselves on delivering innovative solutions to our clients and maintaining a robust IT operation to support our employees worldwide. WSPs vast global network is today comprised of over 1,000 offices, 29 data centres, 1,300 data circuits, and used by over 6 5,000 users.
POSITION SUMMARY
To ensure the efficient operation of WSPs internal network services in the AMERICAS Hub , we are seeking a talented and experienced Network Operations Specialist. Th is role will be part of the IT Operations team and report to the IT Infrastructure Operations Manager in the designated Hub . The overall team is d edicated to support IT infrastructure operations which includes network, compute, cloud, and workplace systems and services . You will manage and maintain all aspects of Network Operations with a primary focus on the services within the designated Hub .
MAIN RE S PONSIBILITIES
Related to network services and infrastructure:

• Managing, monitoring, and m aint enance of day-to-day activities to align with expected service levels.
• Performing r outine and health maintenance .
• Managingupgrades &performance related activities.
• Identify ing and correct ing faults with services and infrastructure.
• Planning and execution of m inor infrastructure moves, adds, changes , and disposals ( I MAC D s) .
• Execution of b usiness continuity test s .

• Oversight and support of all related service supplier and/or manufacturer activities .
• Proactive i dentif ication and resol ution of issues before they affect service performance.
• Identifying any improvements that can improve service levels.
• Engaging in the problem management process .
• Technical peer review and approvals for all related changes .
• Support audit and compliance activities .
• Management and maintenance of related platforms.
• Ability to provide on-call support and extended working hours when called on and willingness to accept periodic rotation .

ACADEMIC AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
The ideal candidate would meet all, or most of the below c riteria :

• Bachelor's degree in information technology , Computer Science, Engineering, or related field .
• At least 4-6 years relevant and practical experience in a Network Operations role .
• Vendor certifications not a requirement, proven practical experience preferred .
• Experience working in large/global enterprise IT with multiple distributed branch/campus sites .
• Experience of working within ITIL aligned Service Management organisation .
• Practical experience in managing, operating , and troubleshooting large, complex, multi-vendor networks that include WAN, Wired & Wireless LAN, Perimeter Security, Security Services Edge (SSE), Application Delivery Controllers/ Load Balancing, Cloud Networking, and Remote Access VPN.
• Experience in managing networks that encompass the following technologies is advantageous :

• Software-Defined-WAN (preferably Aruba/Silver Peak)
• Cloud Networking (preferably Microsoft Azure)
• Cloud-based Internet Security (preferably Zscaler Internet Access)
• Unified Communications (preferably Microsoft Teams)
• Remote Access Solutions (preferably Zscaler Private Access & Cisco AnyConnect)
• Multi-vendor LAN switching (preferably Cisco and Aruba)
• Multi-vendor wireless LAN (preferably Cisco and Aruba)
• Next Generation Perimeter firewall technologies (preferably Palo Alto)
• Application Delivery Controllers & Load Balancing (preferably F5 Networks)
• Identity and Access Control Policy platform (preferably Cisco Identify Services Engine)

• Experience in Network Automation and DevOps practices is highly desirable.

SKILLS/ COMPETENCIES/ OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Excellent written and spoken English is required .
• Competency in French or Spanish is an asset.
• Ability to work with minimal direction and little supervision .
• Strong organization al and project management skills , with excellent documentation abilities.
• Excellent analytical and diagnostic problem-solving skills with the ability of providing solutions to identified problems.
• Demonstrated experience in understanding and demonstrating compliance with information security requirements.

• Knowledge and experience in performing information security practices in the management and delivery of infrastructure and operations.

WSP Benefits
WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on a providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.
Compensation:
Expected Salary (all locations): $61,000 - $128,900
WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant's sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.
Expected Salary (Colorado only): $61,000 - $128,900
WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position within the state of Colorado, based on the successful applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant's sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.