Network Administrator

Req Id: 432143 At Bell, our purpose is to advance how Canadians connect with each other and the world. We achieve this by providing consumers and businesses with the best network technologies in the world, innovative digital solutions and seamless customer experiences. It's all developed and delivered by the members of #TeamBell and we're always on the lookout for people with great skills and experiences. We provide a supportive and inclusive community where all team members can succeed. And through our commitment to environmental, social and governance initiatives, you will feel good about the greater impact you will have ? making every day better for people as they connect, work, learn and play. Join us. You belong at Bell. On the Bell Business Markets team, you'll be a vital part of making innovation happen for enterprise-scale customers. You'll deliver advanced solutions in areas such as IoT, Mobility/5G, Cloud, Cyber Security, Voice, Collaboration & Contact Centre and Internet & Private Networks. At Bell, your skills and expertise will help set us apart as we continue to be the leading provider of digital connections and next generation services to businesses and governments.SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Network Engineer - Cisco SD-WAN & SDA to lead the design, implementation, and evolution of campus and wide area network infrastructure within a complex environment.This role requires deep expertise in Cisco's Software-Defined Wide Area Network (SD-WAN) and Software-Defined Access (SDA) technologies to build secure, scalable, and automated network environments. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with a proven track record of deploying complex Cisco networking solutions.Key ResponsibilitiesArchitect, design, and document Cisco SD-WAN solutions, including controller deployment, edge device integration, policy definition, network fabric, segmentation (TrustSec), policy automation, and network assurance using Cisco SD-WAN Manager.Develop and maintain comprehensive network design documentation, standards, and best practices for SD-WAN and SDA environments.Collaborate closely with security, server, application, and infrastructure teams to ensure seamless integration and alignment of network solutions with business requirements.Lead the integration of SD-WAN and SDA solutions with security services (e.g., Firewalls, Cisco ISE, Prisma Access), cloud platforms (AWS and Azure), and other critical IT systems.Define and implement network automation strategies for provisioning, configuration management, and monitoring within SD-WAN and SDA domains.Provide expert-level troubleshooting and resolution for complex network issues related to SD-WAN and SDA technologies.Evaluate new Cisco networking technologies and industry trends, making recommendations for adoption to enhance network capabilities and performance.Ensure network designs adhere to high standards of availability, scalability, performance, and security.Mentor junior network engineers on SD-WAN and SDA principles and technologies.Critical QualificationsBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.5+ years of progressive experience in network engineering roles.Demonstrated expertise in designing and implementing Cisco SDA solutions, including Cisco DNA Center, Cisco Catalyst 9000 Series switches, fabric configuration, and policy management.Proven experience designing and implementing Cisco SD-WAN (Viptela) solutions, including controller clusters, edge deployments, and policy management via vManage.Strong understanding of core networking concepts, including:TCP/IPRouting protocols (BGP, OSPF)SwitchingVLANsQoSNetwork SecurityExperience with network automation tools and scripting languages such as Python and Ansible.Proficiency in network troubleshooting methodologies and tools.Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills,