Network and SCADA Analyst

Halton Region is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We value, welcome and respect the unique perspectives and contributions of all individuals. We encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples (First Nation, Métis, Inuit), Black and racialized persons, persons with disabilities, women, and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Accommodations are available at any point upon request for candidates participating in the selection process.

Through our digital strategy, the Region will deliver on its mission to be a Digital First organization, committed to delivering modern, accessible, high quality digital services to the residents of Halton and our employees.

Through collaboration, innovation, digital and information decision‑making models, accountability, and partnerships, Halton Region aims to build a strong digital culture. There is no better time to join Halton Region.

As an employer of choice, working for Halton Region offers many great rewards:

• Defined benefit pension plan (OMERS).
• Comprehensive compensation and benefits package.
• Employee Recognition Program.
• Supportive culture with ongoing wellness program promoting health, fitness and well-being.
• Hybrid work arrangements eligible for this position, with a minimum requirement of three (3) days per week onsite.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Supervisor, Voice & Data Networks, this position is responsible for the ongoing implementation and support of the Region’s LAN and WAN technologies including Operational Technology. This includes asset management, maintaining a state of good repair of the network components, monitoring and troubleshooting network performance, fault isolation, and post analysis.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Monitors and analyzes network performance across the Region’s LAN, WAN and Operational Technology infrastructure and recommend enhancements to meet new or changing network demands.
• Manages and maintains all data hardware and software assets, related to SCADA, ATMS and AMI operational technologies.
• Provides network hardware and software support by responding, analyzing, researching and resolving technical issues via telephone, remote access, or onsite, ensuring service levels are delivered.
• Leads with the installation, configuration and testing of new network devices and performs upgrades as required.
• Assists with security compliance of the Region’s network through policies, encryption through regular maintenance, audits and reviews.
• Maintains network infrastructure and performs regular security risk analysis to ensure state of good repair. Takes corrective action when required.
• Creates, manages, inventories, and monitors network devices and accounts.
• Maintains comprehensive technical documentation and operating procedures.

Skills & Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Computer Science
• Five (5) years IT Networking design, build and support experience.
• Experience with multiple vendor network solutions, such as Cisco, Avaya, Fortinet and Microsoft stack.
• Deep understanding of routing, TCP/IP protocols, SASE, CASB, SD‑WAN, SDN, ZTNA, LAN and WAN technologies.
• Experience with various Microsoft solutions including Windows Server, Active Directory, Azure, DevOps frameworks, Intune, GPO and SCCM.
• Deep understanding of firewalls, IPSEC tunneling, cloud technologies, IoT, VPN technologies and authentication and encryption methods.
• Technical related certifications such as Cisco, Security +, Network +, Microsoft Azure networking are considered an asset.
• Hands on experience with Operational Technologies, such as SCADA, ATMS, AMI considered a valuable asset.

In accordance with requirements in Ontario Regulation 191/11 – Integrated Accessibility Standards and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Halton Region will accommodate the needs of individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please inform the Talent Acquisition representative of the nature of the accommodation(s) you require.