ISL 27R - Senior Network Analyst
ISL 27R - Senior Network Analyst
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Job Description
About the BCLDB:
The BC Liquor Distribution Branch (LDB) is one of two branches of government that provide oversight for the beverage alcohol and nonmedical cannabis industries in the province. The LDB is responsible for the wholesale distribution of liquor and cannabis and operates the retails brands BCLIQUOR and BC Cannabis Stores.
The LDB is committed to governments goals of making life better for people in B.C. improving services and ensuring a sustainable province for future generations. The revenue generated by the LDB helps fund essential public services like health care education and community programming. Learn more on the LDB careers page.
LDBs Information Technology (IT) team consists of 7 competency areas: Customer Experience Infrastructure & Operations (I&O) Information Security Enterprise Architecture Software Services Data Services and IT Program Governance. Currently 5 divisions managed by IT Directors collectively are responsible for all the 7 competency areas to deliver the IT mandate of supporting LDBs corporate and business operations and enabling future needs and initiatives.
At present the IT team consists of more than 260 fulltime employees and includes a sourcing strategy to leverage external expertise to ensure the integrated IT team continues to deliver LDBs strategic initiatives timely and in high quality.
The IT department of the LDB is responsible for the entire computing infrastructure for all the 230 BC Liquor Stores BC Cannabis Stores as well as LDBs head office in Burnaby and 4 Warehouse/Distribution Centres including Delta Kamloops Richmond and Victoria. IT department also manages three data centres located in Burnaby Delta and Kamloops.
About this role:
Reporting to the Manager Network Engineering the Senior Network Analyst (SNA) acts as a subject matter expert and leads the planning network design and related communication services for the BCLDB and its distinct lines of business such as Cannabis and Liquor retail Cannabis and Liquor Distribution Cannabis and Liquor Wholesale Ecommerce sites Finance HR IT Onpremise Data Centres and cloud based infrastructure.
The Senior Network Analyst provides Tier 3 troubleshooting and leads the research planning design evaluation implementation and operation of the BCLDBs data and voice networks which are completely independent of the BC Government network. The Senior Network Analyst is expected to be able to be able to predict trends and work closely with the managers to keep the BCLDB Networks capable of meeting all current and intermediate future needs 35 yrs).
The technologies the Senior Network Analyst is expected work with include but not limited to: Physical cabling Routers Switches Wireless Controllers and Wireless Access Points VOIP systems Load Balancers DNS Virtualization (Software Defined Networks Software Defined WAN cloud etc. Virtual Private Networks Network Segmentation Packet Analyzers Monitoring and Performance tools etc.
The Senior Network Analyst will work on cloud technologies for software as a service (SAAS) cloud network standards Platform as a service (PAAS) and Infrastructure as a service (IAAS). The technologies include but are not limited to: application load balancers vnets routes dns software defined wan (sdwan) network scripting and automation.
The Senior Network Analyst is expected to perform some supervisory duties with the Network Analysts and to interact closely with leads in other areas of the business.
To accomplish objectives the position develops and maintains professional relationships within IT with lines of business with external contractors and vendors.
Work occurs during core business hours; however the position is expected to adjust to business requirements. The BCLDB at times operates at 24hrs per day 7 days a week and staff may be subject to shift work. Must be available 24 X 7 for critical incident response. May perform Occasional heavy lifting of equipment and Occasional highaltitude work in the warehouses. Must have the ability to travel overnight within the Province of British Columbia.
A criminal record check is required.
For complete details about this opportunity including accountabilities please refer to the attached job description also located in the Additional Information section at the bottom of the posting.
An eligibility list for permanent or temporary future opportunities may be established.
Position requirements:
Education and Experience:
A degree or diploma in computer science or a related field and a minimum of 2 years of recent related experience*; OR
A combination of education training and experience may be considered i.e. 3 years of recent related experience* with formal course work and/or certifications OR 5 years recent related experience*.
* Recent related experience must have occurred in the last 10 years and must include the below.
- Managing the development implementation evaluation and operation of network communications technologies.
- Identifying adapting and implementing new methods and technologies to improve IT networks.
- Experience specific to network operations including:
- Structured cabling.
- Enterprise grade LAN and WAN (Routers Switches Access Points such as Cisco HP Juniper etc..
- Voice Systems (Analog and VOIP).
Preference may be given to candidates with experience in any of the following:
- Payment Card Industry PCI certification.
- Cisco Certified Network Associate CCNA or Cisco Certified Network Professional CCNP or other current relevant IT professional designation.
- Experience in the following areas:
- Load balancers and DNS
- Network Virtualization (Software Defined Networks Software Defined WAN Cloud Networks).
- VPNs and other remote access technologies.
- Troubleshooting tools such as Packet Analyzer
- Monitoring and network optimization tools.
- Developing and maintaining productive working relationships with internal/external clients colleagues and contractors.
- Supervision including mentoring and coaching.
- Contract management.
- Experience working for an employer similar in size and scope to LDB operations.
Application instructions:
To be considered for this position your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the education and experience as outlined in the position requirements section above. Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on the knowledge skills abilities and competencies as outlined in the attached Job Description. Applicants must meet the requirements as described below to be considered:
- A cover letter is required as part of your application. The content and/or format of your cover letter may be evaluated as part of the assessment process.
- Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.
For specific positionrelated enquiries please contact Doireann Melady R/HR Advisor Talent & Compensation at .
Only applications submitted using the BC Public Service Recruitment System on this website will be accepted. Find more information on the recruitment process including helpful tips and videos about the application process visit theYour Job Applicationpage of MyHR. Gain insights into the hiring journey by joining aCareer Conversation. Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying visit theTechnical Assistancepage of MyHR.
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:00pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition.
Working for the BC Public Service:
The BC Public Service is committed to creating adiverse workplaceto represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative inclusive and rewarding workplace.
This position is eligible for flexible work arrangements such as a hybrid work combination of inoffice and workfromhome following the guidelines established for flexible workplaces.
TheIndigenous Applicant Advisory Serviceis available to applicants that selfidentify as Indigenous (First Nations status or nonstatus Mtis or Inuit) seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. For guidance on applying and interviewing please contact or.
The BC Public Service is an awardwinning employer and offers employees competitive benefits great learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with exciting career development options. For more information visit What the BC Public Service Offers.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
