Avanciers Incorporated is hiring a Network Architect for one of our clients. Job Title : Network Architect Job Location : Edmonton, AB Employment Type : Full Time Role Compensation Range : $90,000 - $110,000 per year This is an active job and application deadline is March 26, 2026. (This posting may close earlier if a suitable candidate is found) Own end-to-end Cisco network architecture (Core, DC, Campus). Design & govern Cisco Nexus/Catalyst switching and routing environments. Manage integration of core routers, internet routers, and load balancers. Lead firewall architecture (Fortinet & legacy) including security and segmentation. Ensure high availability and zero downtime for critical applications. Operations & Support Act as L3/L4 escalation for network, firewall, routing, and voice issues. Drive RCA for major incidents and implement preventive actions. Manage change control, risk assessment, and rollback planning. Maintain 24x7 network stability, performance, and compliance. Lead onsite & offshore network teams. Define SOPs, escalation models, and ownership. Mentor engineers and align technical issues with business impact. Stakeholder Management Interface with customer IT leadership. Coordinate with vendors (Cisco, Fortinet, Avaya, ISPs). Communicate outages, risks, and resolutions clearly. Technical Environment Cisco routing & switching (DC + Campus). Core/Border/Internet routers & load balancers. Fortinet & legacy firewalls. Strong understanding of data center ecosystem (compute, storage, virtualization). Key Requirements Strong hands-on + architectural networking experience. Expertise in high availability, redundancy & resilience. Experience leading distributed teams. Preferred CCNP / CCIE. Artificial Intelligence (AI) Disclosure We use AI-enabled tools to assist in screening applications based on job-related criteria. Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Avanciers Incorporated is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to providing accessible employment practices that comply with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Important Information for Applicants Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted Proof of qualifications may be requested Background checks may be conducted as part of the hiring process Avanciers Incorporated does not use Canadian Social Insurance Numbers (SIN) during the application process Avanciers Incorporated thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Network Architect