Network Specialist (1-Year Contract, with possible extension)

Position Details

• Department: Information Systems – Strategic Initiatives
• Job Type & Duration: Temporary – 1 Year Term, with possible extension
• Hours Of Work: 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday (35 hrs/week) in office; may be required to work outside of the normal hours of work
• Posting Period: October 7 to October 20, 2026
• Vacancy Status: Existing

Just north enough to be perfect, North Bay is a diverse community that offers a blend of opportunity and easy living. Servicing a regional catchment area of 112,000 people, this progressive city of approximately 53,000 residents is nestled between Lake Nipissing and Trout Lake and is conveniently located just three and a half hours from major Ontario centers such as Toronto and Ottawa.

The Corporation of the City of North Bay (“the City”) is accepting applications for the position of Network Specialist. Reporting to the Manager, Information Technology, the Senior Network Specialist provides senior-level technical expertise in network infrastructure, cybersecurity, cloud services, and enterprise systems. This position is responsible for ensuring the reliability, security, and performance of technology services supporting the City and its partner organizations while contributing to technology modernization, infrastructure renewal, and cybersecurity initiatives.

Key Accountabilities

• Design, implement, maintain, and support enterprise network, server, storage (SAN), cloud, and security infrastructure.
• Administer Microsoft 365, Active Directory, identity management, backup, and disaster recovery solutions.
• Support and lead cybersecurity activities including monitoring, vulnerability management, incident response, and security best practices.
• Provide senior technical support and act as an escalation point for complex infrastructure and systems issues.
• Lead and support technology projects, infrastructure upgrades, and modernization initiatives.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to Information Systems staff.

Qualifications

• College diploma or university degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Network Administration, or a related field.
• Five (5) years or more of progressively responsible experience supporting enterprise network, server, cloud, and cybersecurity environments.
• Demonstrated experience with enterprise networking, Storage Area Networks (SAN), Microsoft 365, Active Directory, virtualization technologies (Hyper-V), cybersecurity solutions, and infrastructure support.
• Experience leading or participating in technology projects and infrastructure implementations.
• Experience supporting municipal, public sector, or multi-site environments is considered an asset.
• Industry certifications related to Microsoft, networking, cloud, or cybersecurity technologies would be considered an asset.
• Valid Ontario Class G Driver’s Licence and access to a vehicle for use on the job.
• Strong knowledge of enterprise infrastructure, networking, cloud technologies, and cybersecurity principles.
• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize competing demands and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Availability to participate in after-hours support and on-call activities as required.

The City is an Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System (OMERS) Employer – a Defined Pension Plan with Employer matched contributions. Explore the OMERS Plan and learn more about the benefits of membership.

Qualified individuals interested in being considered for this position are requested to submit a resume and covering letter in one PDF document via email to: staffing@northbay.ca no later than 11:59 p.m. on October 20, 2026. Please identify the Posting ID: 26E-52 in the subject line.

While we appreciate the interest of all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under the City of North Bay’s Accessibility Policy. We encourage applicants to make their needs known to Human Resources in advance.

Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

An Equal Opportunity Employer