The opportunityThe Engineering Lead, Network is a senior technical role that will accountable for introduction of new security and connectivity technology capabilities at Ontario Teachers’. This role is responsible for Network strategy, planning design and continuous improvement and works with various service providers to oversee implementation. Responsible for planning, gathering and translating technical requirements into infrastructure solution designs in alignment with business needs and will support TIES Network Engineering and the operations team with all aspects of the Network platforms and Operations.Who you'll work withThis role is additionally responsible for relationship management with key vendors and internal partners, managing services, processes and KPIs, related to system design effectiveness, requirements traceability, customer and partner satisfaction, system design quality and system availability in order to take proactive actions and deliver expected levels of system capability.What you'll doDefines and manages TI (Technology Infrastructure) controlsResearch new technologies and prototypes new ideasManages & executes on evaluation and introduction of all new TI technology (hardware and software)Coordinates and executes all FOAK testing and POCs (scoping and execution)Collaborates in deep architectural discussions to ensure solutions are designed for successful deployment, security, and availabilityDesigns, develops and delivers scalable and automated capabilities and architecture - Infrastructure as codeIdentifies and communicates design & engineering decisions Clients (costs, timelines, scope, prioritization, design decisions, risks) to TIProcures hardware, software and software licensing, and manages licensing model choicesProvides Level 3 Support for various infrastructure and COTS software (rotating on-call). Target is 5% or less time spent on supportParticipates as required in the delivery of Customer ProjectsGoverns functional services and processes (approvals, prioritization, and key decisions)Prioritizes builds in coordination with Business & Demand Management functionArchitects, designs and implements On Prem and Cloud Based solutionsEnsures success in building and migrating applications, software, and services as requiredDevelops KPIs to simplify service consumption by end-users and engineersOptimizes and supports our existing Network technology and data centresMinimizes system integration complexity while maintaining system reliability and business continuity objectivesTechnical Skills & Presence – is the technical authority in multiple areas of Technology Infrastructure (TI). Understands & applies the strategic direction of the organization and the supporting IT systems and Infrastructure ArchitectureLeads technology innovation - Implements improved technical solutions. Designs and implements innovative solutions to advance business opportunitiesSubject Matter Expertise - Actively seeks, provides or coordinates internal or external training for TI employees. Maintains knowledge of emerging security and mentor’s system engineers on technical specialtiesTechnical Strategic Planning - Coordinates development of technical standards and processes between Infrastructure Engineering and other TI areas. Demonstrates ability to translate organizational structures to technical ArchitecturesTechnical Alignment to Business Needs and Technical Solutions - Practical approach to solving business needs with optimal technical approach. Advocates for appropriate technologies to solve business problemsQuality & Initiative - Implements technical projects that have met quality standards for production. Ability to apply out of the box thinking. Investigates areas for quality standards and decreases numbers of defects. Implements standard repeatable processesWhat you'll need10 years of progressive experience in network planning, design and implementation including:5+ years of experience in designing Enterprise Infrastructure Services running various Compute, Network and Storage ecosystems3+ years in designing, developing, deploying, administering, and managing network technologies and servicesEngineering, deploying and managing tools on Windows/Linux platforms and a minimum of 3 years using CISCO ACI, Viptela SD-WAN, CheckPoint, RiverBed NPM, Infoblox, F5 Load balancers, IDS/IPS, Cisco SDA, Cisco ISE, Netskope SASEQualifications:On-prem and Cloud networking integrationsAzure networking design and deployment, ipsec vpn, express route, Virtual networks, NSG, private endpoints and network peeringA college diploma in Network Design or an undergraduate degree in Computer Science. You have CCNA, CCNP and F5 certificationsConceptual understanding or expertise in Disaster recovery and backup and recovery is an assetNice to have skills - Managed Services: Red hat, Kubernetes, NetboxGeneral:Solid understanding of global information technology service models and working with a managed service provider as well as a strong understanding of common IT organization functions, inter-relations, and dependenciesInspire, empower and influence a team of junior engineersComfortable presenting ideas and teaching new concepts, innovate solutions to complex problems, and create and follow timelines, deliverables and work plansAbility to build strong relationships with individuals at any levelExperience supporting a worldwide technology footprintOutstanding written and verbal communicationCandidate should understand global information technology service models.Experience working with a Global Managed Services providerStrong knowledge of common IT organizational functions, inter-relations and dependenciesExcellent communicator, demonstrating strong interpersonal and presentation skillsExcellent capability to manage deliverables, influence, make recommendations, facilitate decisions, lead technical staff and organize work as it relates to the management level within Teachers’Excellent verbal and written communication capability demonstrated at technical professional and customer/stakeholder levelsExcellent in critical thinking and problem-solving skills, planning and organizing and organizational change disciplines#LI-PA, #LI-HybridWhat we’re offeringPay-for-performance environment that offers competitive salary and incentiveNumerous opportunities for professional growth and developmentComprehensive employer paid benefits coverageRetirement income through a defined benefit pension planThe opportunity to invest back into the fund through our Deferred Incentive ProgramA flexible/hybrid work environment combining in office collaboration and remote workingCompetitive time offOur Flexible Travel Program gives you the option to work abroad in another region/country for up to a month each yearEmployee discount programs including Edvantage and PerkopolisAt Ontario Teachers', diversity is one of our core strengths. We take pride in ensuring that the people we hire and the culture we create, reflect and embrace diversity of thought, background and experience. Through our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion strategy and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), we celebrate diversity and foster inclusion through events for colleagues to connect for professional development, networking & mentoring. We are building an inclusive and equitable workplace where our talent is respected, accepted and empowered to be themselves. To learn more about our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, check outHow to applyAre you ready to pursue new challenges and take your career to the next level? Apply today! You may be invited to complete a pre-recorded digital interview as part of your application.Accommodations are available upon request (peopleandculture@otpp.com) for candidates with a disability taking part in the recruitment process and once hired.Candidates must be legally entitled to work in the country where this role is located.The privacy of your personal information is important to us. Please visit our to learn how we handle your personal information.Functional Areas: Information TechnologyRequisition ID: 6395
