Building IT/OT Network Designer Technologist

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Welcome to people with an inspiring vision and who seek stimulating challenges. At CIMA+, you’ll find a place where you’ll have many opportunities to learn and develop while working on engaging projects.  

We are a firm 100% owned by its employees and we value a collaborative and entrepreneurial mindset. You will have the flexibility to manage your work on your own terms and define what work-life balance means to you.  

When you join CIMA+, we welcome you to a place that you can call home.

We are currently looking for an Building IT/OT Network Designer Technologist to support our projects across Ontario and Canada. The role will have a strong focus on network infrastructure and architecture,  structured cabling, wireless,  and physical security in critical Operational Technology (OT) environments.

The role also comes with the opportunity for significant growth within the organization as the team expands. If you have a demonstrated background in the IT/OT space with a growth mindset, we have a technical leadership opportunity for you.

This role can be based either in our Guelph, Bowmanville, Toronto, or Mississauga office, on a hybrid work arrangement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Produce network designs and architectures.
• Complete structured cabling designs to determine routing through facilities for both fibre and copper networks.
• Complete network rack layouts, including but not limited to server racks, network cores, fibre and copper patch panels, and distributed network communication enclosures around a facility.
• Work closely with project managers for the successful completion of projects on time, on schedule, and on budget.
• Leverage your experience to analyze the client’s needs and recommend solutions.
• Design telecommunication and networking solutions in line with the client’s needs, including cabling infrastructure, fibre optic, microwave, wireless, LAN/WAN and firewalling.
• Design CCTV and POE IP camera systems, including network architecture, software, and hardware selection.
• Building access control system design including vendor selection and component level specifications.
• Apply cybersecurity best practices in line with industry norms such as NERC CIP, NIST, and ISA/IEC 62443.
• Prepare detailed design of IP networking infrastructure and servers, including the preparation of plans and specifications for cabling, enclosures, and other network needs.
• Actively participate in the configuration, installation and implementation of IP networks and server infrastructures through configuration of network equipment and deployment onsite is considered an asset.
• Work as part of a team with multidisciplinary team environments in preparing conceptual and detailed communication/network design drawings, specifications and reports, contract documents, and, approvals applications.
• Provide support during construction by reviewing shop submissions, answering contractor questions, and participating in site startup activities

• 3 year college level diploma in a related field of study such as IT Technology or Computer Science
• A minimum of 3+ years’ experience
• Experience in industrial OT network design is considered an asset
• Previous experience at a Consulting Engineering firm is considered an asset
• Experience with network design in commercial space is also considered an asset
• Active structured cabling certifications with BICSI (RCDD), or other recognized industry standard considered an asset.
• Knowledge and design experience with multiple networking aspects from transport layer (copper/fibre/wireless/cellular), LANs, WANs, VLANs, server virtualization, servers, cloud systems, routing protocols, firewalls, DMZs, IT/OT convergence, and cybersecurity is critical for the role such that you can complete the required network designs.
• Understanding the design documentation process and how Engineered drawings and specifications go hand in hand for owners to procure contractors is required
• Able to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Knowledge and understanding of industrial networks, protocols, and practices are considered an asset.
• Knowledge in areas such as SCADA, Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), SEL Real Time Automation Controllers (RTACs), industrial network protocols (such as IEC 61850, Ethernet/IP, Modbus, DNP3, MQTT, OPC) is an asset.
• Experience with AutoCAD and Microsoft Visio is an asset

Why choose CIMA+? Because we offer you: 

• Comprehensive Group Benefits available from day one for all permanent employees working at least 20 hours per week
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with 4% employer contribution
• As an employee-owned company, an annual opportunity to purchase shares for all eligible employees
• Flexible work schedule in a hybrid work mode
• Work/Life balance policy across Canada
• 3-5 weeks of vacation, based on years of relevant experience
• Tailored training to improve your existing skills

At CIMA+, we recognize the richness and diversity of each individual’s experience. Compensation for this role is therefore based on the candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications, while maintaining internal equity. The level and associated salary may vary depending on the candidate’s profile.

CIMA+ uses an applicant tracking system that includes an automated match score feature. However, this score is not used to screen, assess, or select applicants. All hiring decisions are made through human review.

Ethics and integrity are fundamental values at CIMA+. That is why we are committed to ensuring equal access to resources and opportunities for candidates, regardless of their identity (race, ethnicity, colour, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, socio-economic status or background, etc.).​

In keeping with the principles of employment equity, we encourage all applications, including, but not limited to, those from women, Indigenous people, people with disabilities and visible minorities. We also encourage candidates to complete the self-identification form when applying for employment.​

Accommodations are available on request. Your Business Partner will process your request.

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