IT Network Administrator

Description:

Innergex Renewable Energy Inc., a leading independent renewable energy producer with over three decades of innovation, is seeking a Network Administrator to join its IT team. With a growing portfolio of hydroelectric, wind, solar, and energy storage facilities across Canada, the USA, France, and Chile, Innergex is dedicated to creating a sustainable future by balancing people, planet, and prosperity.

As a Network Administrator, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the security, reliability, and scalability of Innergex’s corporate network infrastructure, supporting both current operations and future growth. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge renewable energy initiatives in a collaborative, bilingual, and innovative work environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure smooth operation of LAN, WAN, VPN, and telecommunication services that meet reliability, capacity, and performance standards.

• Participate in the design, strategy, and development of network infrastructure to align with corporate IT goals.

• Install, configure, and manage networking and telecommunications equipment including switches, firewalls, and antennas.

• Develop and implement firewall policies, access control lists, and authentication/authorization mechanisms to ensure network security.

• Analyze the impacts of telecommunications solutions and recommend enhancements.

• Participate in projects to expand and modernize infrastructure to support business growth.

• Manage network security measures including VPNs, antivirus, firewalls, and related technologies.

• Provide Level 2 and Level 3 technical support to ensure secure and efficient operations across local and wide-area networks.

• Maintain detailed documentation, standards, and procedures for IT environments.

• Support IT governance by implementing best practices and cybersecurity measures to maintain data integrity and system availability.

• Collaborate with internal operations and construction teams to integrate IT and telecommunications solutions into projects.

Qualifications & Skills Required:

• 5–7 years of hands-on experience in network administration and management.

• Diploma of College Studies (DEC), Attestation of College Studies (AEC) in Network Management, or equivalent.

• Strong knowledge of VPN solutions, routing protocols, switching, QoS, IP protocols, DNS, DHCP, internet, and data center environments.

• Familiarity with ITIL v4 framework and agile project delivery methodologies.

• Strong cybersecurity awareness with risk management sensitivity.

• Excellent problem-solving and prioritization skills in a fast-paced environment.

• Bilingualism (French and English, written and spoken) is required due to collaboration with multiple international offices.

• CCNP certification is considered a strong asset.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Compensation & Benefits:
Innergex provides a competitive compensation and total rewards package, including:

• Salary range: $78,000 – $95,000 annually (approx. $6,500 – $7,916 monthly) with potential annual bonus.

• 100% Innergex-funded medical and health insurance starting from day one, including telemedicine access.

• Three weeks of vacation to start, plus paid holiday season leave.

• Group retirement savings plan with employer contributions.

• Career development and professional growth opportunities.

• Electric Vehicle Incentive Program (E-VIP).

• Hybrid work flexibility with offices accessible via public transportation.

About Innergex:
For over 30 years, Innergex has championed renewable energy solutions that promote healthier communities and sustainable prosperity. With a commitment to innovation and inclusivity, Innergex fosters a supportive, engaging, and collaborative workplace where employees can thrive. The organization values diversity and is proud to provide equal opportunity employment to all candidates.