Jr. Network Designer

Job Title: Jr. Network Designer

Location: Calgary, AB (Hybrid)

Estimated Duration: 11 Months

 
Job Description:
 
Our client is a leader in the responsible development and reliable and safe operation of North American energy infrastructure, Is looking for a Jr. Architect for the Calgary AB market. 
 
Key Responsibilities:
 

• Configuration Generation: Utilize standardized templates to create device configurations for routers, switches, and firewalls based on designs provided by Senior Designers.
• Technical Documentation: Create and update detailed network diagrams in Microsoft Visio, including logical topologies, physical rack elevations, and floor plans.
• NMS Maintenance: Update Network Management Systems (NMS) and monitoring tools to ensure all new assets are correctly tracked, labeled, and monitored.
• Project Implementation: Provide hands-on support during network cutovers and migrations, ensuring the design is implemented correctly and testing connectivity post-change.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Coordinate with Project Managers to provide status updates and work with other business units to ensure seamless integration. Act as a technical liaison for Project Managers and other business units to ensure networking requirements are met on time and standards are followed.
• Inventory Management: Maintain accurate records of IP address assignments (IPAM) and port allocations.

 
Qualifications & Requirements:
 

• Professional Experience: 1–3 years of experience in a Junior Network Designer, Network Technician, or Network Operations Center (NOC) role.
• Technical Proficiency: * Proven experience with Cisco IOS, or similar CLI environments.
• Strong understanding of switching (VLANs, STP) and routing fundamentals.
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Visio for technical drafting.
• Change Management: Familiarity with formal change control processes and the ability to work during scheduled maintenance windows.
• Education/Certification: * Degree/Diploma in IT, Computer Science, or equivalent experience.
• CCNA or equivalent certification is highly preferred.
• Fundamental Knowledge: A strong grasp of the OSI model, IP subnetting, VLANs, and basic protocols like OSPF, EIGRP and Spanning Tree Protocol (STP).
• Tool Proficiency: * Basic experience with Microsoft Visio or similar diagramming software.
• Familiarity with Command Line Interfaces (CLI), specifically Cisco IOS or similar.
• Attention to Detail: Ability to follow strict templates and naming conventions without deviation.
• Communication: Clear written and verbal communication skills for collaborating with Project Managers and non-technical staff.
• Flexibility: Willingness to participate in occasional after-hours cutovers or deployment windows.

 
Preferred (But Not Required):
 

• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) or higher-level
• Experience with a Network Management System (e.g., SolarWinds, Cisco ISE, Palo Alto Panorama, infoblox etc).
• Basic understanding of Python or scripting for configuration automation.

 
Core Competencies:
 

• Precision: Ability to follow complex templates and design rules.
• Communication: Comfortable explaining technical updates to Project Managers and non-technical stakeholders.
• Adaptability: Ready to transition between documentation tasks and active hardware deployments.