Description
External Posting - applications from approved terms/casual ESP members only and external applicants. If you are a Regular (Permanent) ESP employee, you must apply to the Internal Posting.
The Ottawa-Carleton District School Board is the largest school board in Eastern Ontario and offers students and parents a world of choice for learning. Our nearly 150 schools offer a wide range of programs to promote learning excellence and meet the individual needs of students, parents, and the community at large. Our schools are teaching communities where principals, vice-principals, teachers and support staff nurture student well-being and challenge students to achieve their best.
We are seeking a creative, dynamic, committed professional to join our team:
Senior Network Analyst (Wi-Fi)100% RegularMonday - Friday, 35 Hours per WeekESP Level 8: $64,280 - $80,877Hybrid remote work option available
Under the direction of the Team Lead of Network Infrastructure, the Senior Network Analyst is responsible for tasks related to all network related systems with a strong focus on Wi-Fi and Network Observability. Additionally; Local and Wide Area Networks, Internet Services, Corporate servers and related systems such as, research, design, test and implement new systems or enhancements to existing systems; install, test, check and maintain hardware and software related to enterprise networking; plan, implement, maintain and support networks; provide technical expertise and training to team members and users; assign work to and provide assistance and support to other Department staff. Contact hardware and software companies for assistance.
Qualifications
College Diploma in Computer Technology and 4 to 5 years related experience; an equivalent combination of education and experience may also be considered;
Knowledge of and hands-on experience administering Enterprise Wi-Fi systems.. Knowledge of Aruba Central and Clearpass systems preferred;
Knowledge and experience with HPE / Aruba Networking, Extreme Networks, Palo Alto Networks, Fortinet, Azure, APC, Solarwinds, and Zabbix are considered an asset.
Ability to lead large technical projects with multiple stakeholders and minimal oversight or guidance. Providing input and direction on technology upgrades, new products and technology. Able to lead a proof of concept with clear success criteria and deliver the results to a variety of technical and non-technical audiences.
Knowledge of computer (desktop/server) hardware, software, networking, AI (Agentic, ML, LLMs, and Generative), and peripherals in multi-user/LAN/WAN environments such as, Linux , Microsoft Windows Server, MacOS and procedures such as system programming, routers, network switches, firewalls, server management, back-up methodologies, and network usage;
Experience with Administering Network Observability Platforms such as Solarwinds, Zabbix, Nagios, etc
Knowledge of hardware, communications and software concepts for a full range of computer configurations from, client/server to desktops,
Deep knowledge of Network protocols and services (e.g. Enterprise WiFi, RADIUS, TCP/IP, SASE, ZTNA, DNS, DHCP, SaaS, IaaS, and other cloud services);
Knowledge of relevant Board policies and procedures;
Technical skills to provide assistance to users on the network and server functions;
Written communications skills for structured documentation of the total network.
Interpersonal and communication skills to exchange and clarify information, and the ability to understand and respond to inquiries.
Ability to use tact and diplomacy when dealing with Board Personnel, vendors, consultants, and companies; organization and time management skills to prioritize work/projects and manage multiple priorities and concurrent demands;
Ability to be a technical leader and mentor within a highly technical team.
Analytical skills for troubleshooting, identifying and solve networking, cabling and computer software/hardware problems;
Listening skills to identify problems and provide support on site or remotely;
Demonstrates initiative and judgment skills when making decisions on corrective action or when troubleshooting issues;
Research skills to locate resources and information, review vendor documentation, to conduct internet searches and evaluate software.
Ability to learn new materials and technology without instruction.
Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision.
Access to reliable transportation for traveling to schools, administrative sites, and vendor events as required.
Application Process
The Ottawa-Carleton District School Board uses Apply to Education (ATE) to manage applications for job competitions. OCDSB employees can apply to this job posting using their existing ATE account.
If you are not a Board employee and do not have an existing ATE account, you will be asked to create one at ocdsb.simplication.com; Select the job category 'ECE, EA & Support Staff' from the dropdown. When you have successfully created your account, you can search for the job posting and hit Apply. An up to date resume is required for each posting.
Applications will be considered in accordance with the Collective Agreement for Educational Support Professionals (ESP).
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
OCDSB employees serve students, colleagues, families and community partners. We invite people of all abilities, orientations, faiths, ethnicities, races, genders and ages to join us as we create learning and working spaces that honour the unceded and unsurrendered land of the Algonquin people, and respect, value and increasingly reflect the diversity of Ottawa. Your lived experience is an essential contribution to deliver the education every student deserves with dignity.
If you require accommodations at any point in the selection process, please send an email to at any time.
