Implementation Specialist – Network Engineer

About PureLogic IT

PureLogic IT provides innovative IT solutions for the Federal Government and private sector organizations. We enable outcomes as a secure and trusted technology service provider across current and emerging technologies. With expertise across all areas of IT including cloud technology, software solutions, and infrastructure, as well as professional services - it’s what we do and how we do it that makes us different. We are a Canadian, women-owned, equal opportunity employer with a family culture and passion for giving back. Strong. Secure. Engage. Together. This is our Mission.

Title: Implementation Specialist – Network Engineer

Reports to: Technical Services Manager

Based at: 1145 Innovation Drive, Kanata, ON, with potential for weekly travel to customer sites.

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated and skilled Implementation Specialist – Network Engineer to design, implement, and support enterprise-grade network infrastructures across both on-premises and cloud environments. This role focuses on delivering reliable, high-performance, and scalable network solutions, with an awareness of security best practices and frameworks.

You will work closely with cloud, security, and infrastructure teams, and contribute to innovative network designs, firewall configurations, SASE solutions, and hybrid connectivity deployments.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and maintain on-premises enterprise network infrastructures, with some cloud networking (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Configure and manage firewalls, routers, switches, VPNs, and virtual network appliances, primarily Cisco and Palo Alto (Panorama), with Fortinet as a plus.
• Implement SD-WAN, SASE, and hybrid connectivity solutions.
• Ensure networks are highly available, secure, and scalable.
• Collaborate with cloud, security, and infrastructure teams to implement efficient and compliant network solutions.
• Document infrastructure designs, configurations, and operational procedures.
• Troubleshoot complex network issues when necessary, ensuring minimal service impact.
• Participate in client engagements, including onsite network implementation and design reviews.

Required Qualifications

• 6+ years of hands-on network engineering experience (routing, switching, firewalls, VPNs).
• Strong experience with Cisco and Palo Alto technologies;
• F5, NSX, SD-WAN, and SASE exposure
• Solid understanding of networking protocols and concepts: TCP/IP, VLANs, BGP, OSPF, NAT, and load balancing.
• Familiarity with network design and implementation best practices.
• Strong troubleshooting and documentation skills.
• Ability and willingness to work onsite for client engagements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications such as CCNA, FCSS, PCNSE, VMware, NSX, or equivalent.
• Experience with network automation or infrastructure-as-code tools (Ansible, Terraform, Python).
• Knowledge of security frameworks and compliance standards (SOC 2, ISO 27001) is beneficial.
• Exposure to air-gapped or highly regulated environments.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and performance bonuses
• Comprehensive health and dental insurance
• Professional development and certification reimbursement
• A collaborative team environment working with cutting-edge tech

Our Commitment to You

As a proud equal opportunity employer, we encourage applicants from all walks of life to apply to join our growing team. We are committed to providing all employees with a workplace experience that is free from barriers, discrimination, and harassment regardless of age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, faith identity, nationality, and/or disability status. If you’re driven, hard-working, and want to join a dynamic and energetic team, we welcome you to apply today and encourage you to come as you are.