Network Analyst

Overview

4 days per week in office – Toronto or Calgary. Norton Rose Fulbright Canada is looking for a network analyst in the IT Infrastructure Services team. This role requires strong technical expertise across enterprise networking technologies, including Cisco Routing/Switching, Cisco Nexus 9K series, Aruba Wireless, Versa SD-WAN, and Check Point firewalls. Hands-on experience with Layer 2 and Layer 3 Cisco switching is essential. The successful candidate will work on-site at a Canadian office four days per week and contribute to major infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and resolve network issues across SD-WAN, LAN (Cisco Catalyst 9300/9500, Nexus 9K), WLAN, and security platforms (firewalls).
• Configure and support advanced switching technologies; manage enterprise routing.
• Proficient in the configuration and support of wireless networks (Aruba) and Wi‑Fi platforms, including SSID setup, basic access point configuration, and troubleshooting.
• Utilize knowledge of infrastructure cabling and transceivers to support physical network deployments.
• Experience with network monitoring and alerting tools; raise, manage, and present changes in CAB meetings; implement approved changes as needed.
• Maintain documentation and support tickets for the Data Centre and Networks team; ensure timely troubleshooting and follow‑up.
• Knowledge of Network Access Control (NAC) technologies; strong knowledge of cloud networking (preferably Microsoft Azure), including ExpressRoute, route table design and management, and cloud‑based VPN solutions.
• Configure, manage, and troubleshoot enterprise firewalls; experience with Zscaler ZIA/ZPA is a strong asset.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Computer Science/Network Communications.
• Relevant certifications (CCNA, Network+, CCNP, CCIE, CISSP).
• 5–7 years of hands‑on experience in network analysis, operations, and vendor management.
• Strong knowledge of firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, CheckPoint, and network access control.
• Proficient with Cisco switching/routing (BGP, EIGRP, OSPF) and large‑scale VLAN architectures (VRRP, HSRP).
• Experience with Zscaler (ZIA, ZPA) and HPE Aruba wireless solutions.
• Hands‑on experience with Microsoft Cloud services (Azure, O365, Teams).
• Strong understanding of network security, audits, and vulnerability assessments.
• Familiar with tools like Wireshark, SolarWinds, and configuration/management platforms.

Benefits

• Retirement savings plan with employer contribution
• Benefit premiums paid by the firm
• Telemedicine services
• Wellness matters: Flexible health and wellness allowance
• Training and development programs
• Salary band for this highly technical role: $89,000 to $100,000 (typical range; final compensation based on qualifications and market factors)

Additional Information

Salary discussions and offer negotiations will occur during the interview process. This job posting is to fill an existing vacancy. Norton Rose Fulbright Canada is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and to accommodating applicants during the recruiting process upon request.