Senior Network Analyst

Career Centre Position Description Senior Network Analyst Department/Faculty IT Home Campus (Location) Surrey Main - Surrey, BC Employment Duration PERMANENT Apply Now Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) is Canada’s only polytechnic university, proudly serving the South Fraser region for more than 40 years. With campuses in Surrey, Richmond, Langley, and Cloverdale, KPU is deeply connected to the communities it serves and to the diverse cultures, backgrounds, and lived experiences of its students. Through academic excellence, applied learning, innovation, and strong industry and community partnerships, KPU prepares students for meaningful futures. As an open-access university, KPU is powered by the people who live and work here. We believe every employee plays a meaningful role in supporting student learning and success. We are honoured to carry the name of the Kwantlen First Nation and are committed to equity, inclusion, reconciliation, and respectful relationships. As one of BC’s Top Employers, KPU is dedicated to fostering a supportive, inclusive, and engaged workplace where employees feel valued, connected to purpose, and empowered to make an impact. We invite you to explore your next career opportunity at KPU and discover how your work can contribute to a university where thought truly meets action. Competition ID: 4408 Internal Closing Date: December 14, 2025 External Closing Date: Open Until Filled # of Openings: 1 *Salary Information: 16-14 - BCGEU Pay Grid - $44.47 to $48.75 per hour Employment Type: Permanent Full Time Workplace Type: Hybrid Travel Frequency: Occasional travel between campuses is required. Employee Group: Support Staff (BC General Employees Union) Days of Work (BCGEU): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday Hours of Work (BCGEU): 8:30am-4:30pm Hours per Week (BCGEU): We are currently seeking a Senior Network Analyst to join our IT team. Job Overview To provide technical direction and leadership for communication systems, data/voice/cable enhancements and maintenance and to provide leadership to the support staff responsible for supporting these services. Please note: Priority consideration will be given to BCGEU employees currently impacted by layoff at the same or lower pay grade. Education and Experience Completion of a university degree/diploma in computing/networking studies, In depth experience leading design/planning/implementation of enterprise computing/networking and data communication projects. Expert knowledge of computer, networking and telecommunication system and services. In depth knowledge of communication system operations, including the ability to quickly grasp new concepts and plan services using new technology. Expert knowledge of network security technologies and secure design principles, including various firewall technologies (such as Palo Alto and Juniper SRX), IDS/IPS, device hardening and configuration best practices. Experience with PCI Compliance activities such as penetration test result analysis, remediation activities, etc. Excellent verbal and written communication skills and well-developed interpersonal skills. Ability to work under minimal supervision, under own initiative and as an effective team member. Ability to independently organize work to achieve predetermined goals and meet deadlines. Understanding of key trends and players in the software industry, particularly with respect to enterprise solutions, and cloud-based technologies. Superior organizational skills with the ability to set priorities, follow-up and ability to manage multiple concurrent initiatives to meet challenging deadlines. Ability to research, evaluate and plan the implementation of emerging technology. Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills for collaborating with team members and various business units. Ability to lead complex technical network support and preventive maintenance improvement projects. Understanding of key trends and players in the network industry. Superior organizational skills with the ability to set priorities, follow-up and meet challenging deadlines. Ability to take a leadership role in implementing network projects. Proven ability to work in a team environment. Excellent business writing skills. Ability to work independently in an extremely busy, varied and diverse environment with changing priorities. Ability to communicate complex and technical concepts clearly with non-technical as well as technical personnel at all levels of the organization. A high degree of initiative and self-motivation. The ability to manage multiple concurrent initiatives. Required to work occasionally on Saturday, Sunday, evening and travel between campuses. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Red Hat and Office 365 Administration: Minimum of 7 years’ progressive experience in Red Hat and Office 365 Administration. Minimum 2 years hands on experience in administrating Red Hat Enterprise Linux Operating system in an enterprise environment (Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) certification is an asset) Minimum 2 years hands on experience in Microsoft Windows Server Operating systems administration in an enterprise environment Minimum 2 years hand on experience in scripting and automation with advanced knowledge in PowerShell and Linux shell scripting required. JSON, YAML, Python is an asset. Minimum 2 years experience in MS Exchange administration (on-prem and Online) Minimum 2 years experience in Microsoft 365 administration including but not limited to Azure AD, Exchange Online, MS Teams, SharePoint Online Experienced in administering MS Teams with enterprise voice Experienced in MS Active Directory and Domain administration Please click here for a more detailed job description As per the KPU-BCGEU Collective Agreement, qualified internal applicants within the BCGEU bargaining unit are given first consideration in filling this position. Internal applicants must apply by 11:59pm on the internal closing date in order to be considered as an internal applicant. Internal applications received after the closing date will be considered as an external applicant. Salary Information Salary and wage increments are in accordance with the Collective Agreement. Total Rewards As a part of our total rewards offerings, KPU also offers extended health and dental benefits, healthcare spending account, generous vacation package, defined pension plan, parenthood top-up, sick leave, long-term disability, life insurance, professional development days, tuition waiver, inhouse training & development, inter-campus transportation, and more! Note: Eligibility requirements apply, benefits may vary depending on the employee group the position belongs to and whether the position offered is temporary or part-time. Visit https://www.kpu.ca/hr for more information on KPU’s workplace, culture and total rewards. Note to Applicants Kwantlen Polytechnic University welcomes and encourages applications from equity deserving groups and diverse experiences including, but not limited to, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, and members of the 2S/LGBTQIA+ community. If there are any barriers that you are experiencing or an accommodation that we can provide to support you through the application process, please reach out to us at talentacquisition@kpu.ca . Kwantlen Polytechnic University is committed to protecting the safety and welfare of employees, students, and the general public, and upholding the reputation and integrity of the University. For this reason, final applicants will be asked to undergo a background check. We thank all applicants for their interest in employment with KPU. Only candidates who are legally eligible to work in Canada will be considered; only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Back Share Apply Now