Security Network Administrator

Only considering candidates eligible to work in Montreal, Canada ⚠️

Company Description

Ubisoft is a global leader in gaming with teams across the world creating original and memorable gaming experiences, from Assassin’s Creed, Rainbow Six to Just Dance and more. We believe diverse perspectives help both players and teams thrive. If you’re passionate about innovation and pushing entertainment boundaries, join our journey and help us create the unknown!

Job Description

The infrastructure  department of our global network team is seeking a Security Network Administrator who can bring their expertise to life in our dynamic team of gaming & tech enthusiasts. If you are bold, driven and unafraid of pushing boundaries, we want you on our team.

As Network Administrator, you will be responsible for installing and maintaining IT solutions and services as well as proposing improvements and optimisations to the current infrastructure. As a senior administrator, you will also be responsible to solve complex issues brought to us by our partners

Mission

  • Install, configure, and maintain network and system equipment (switches, firewalls, load balancers, proxies, custom firewalls).
  • Deploy and manage private network links and dedicated peering.
  • Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize network infrastructure and services to ensure high availability.
  • Perform proactive network security management, including threat detection, incident response, and enforcement of security policies.
  • Conduct regular capacity planning and security audits to prevent risks and performance issues.
  • Drive automation adoption to strengthen operational efficiency, reliability, and security consistency.
  • Participate in defining and applying standards, guidelines, best practices, and metrics.
  • Evaluate and support new requirements, technical designs, and secure architecture choices.
  • Maintain updated documentation of network hardware, software, and security configurations.
  • Mentor team members, particularly new administrators, and contribute to planning secure network evolution.

Qualifications

  • Demonstrated expertise in advanced network and security administration (firewalls, load balancers, proxies, VLANs, ACLs, EtherChannel, Layer 2/3 protocols), supported by extensive industry experience with the tasks outlined above.
  • Proven ability to design, implement, and maintain secure, large-scale infrastructures while proactively identifying and mitigating risks.
  • Strong proficiency in Linux environments and automation (Python, Ansible, CI/CD), with success applying these in complex operational contexts.
  • Skilled in developing innovative solutions to resolve unprecedented or high-impact technical challenges.
  • Adept at optimizing network performance and reliability through capacity planning, proactive monitoring, and process improvements.
  • Recognized for leadership and mentoring, with the ability to make complex information clear and actionable across technical and non-technical audiences.

Additional Information

We embrace a hybrid work model  helping you stay connected with your team and aligned with business priorities, while giving you the opportunity to maintain your work-life balance. Note, that some roles are fully office-based and are not eligible for hybrid work.

Just a heads up: If you require a work permit, your eligibility may depend on your education and years of relevant work experience, as required by the government.

Skills and competencies show up in different forms and can be based on different experiences, that is why we strongly encourage you to apply even though you may not have all the requirements listed above.

At Ubisoft, we embrace diversity in all its forms. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful work environment for all. We know the importance of providing a pleasant interview experience, therefore if you need any accommodation, please let us know if there is anything we can do to facilitate the interview process.

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Ubisoft Montreal creates world-renowned video games with a focus on innovation and quality.

Working Week

We don't officially have a 4 day work week, but we'd be open to applications for a 4 day work week @ 80% salary.

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Our Vacation Policy

Ubisoft Montreal offers six weeks of vacation after the first year, promoting ample time for rest and personal pursuits.

  • 30 days PTO
  • 52 unpaid Fridays
  • 82 days off per year

Remote Working Policy

Hybrid work model with three days remote and two days in-office.

Company Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • 401(k) company contribution
  • Generous parental leave
  • Dentalcare
  • Company retreats
  • Life & Disability Insurance
  • Professional Development Budget
  • Mental Health Support

Desirable Skills and Experience

  • Ansible
  • CI/CD pipelines
  • Linux
  • Firewalls
  • Load balancers
  • Proxies
  • Python
  • Network security
  • Network administration
  • Firewall management
  • Load balancer ops
  • Proxy management
  • VLAN configuration
  • ACL configuration
  • EtherChannel
  • Layer 2/3 protocols
  • Capacity planning
  • Monitoring
  • Troubleshooting
  • Threat detection
  • Incident response
  • Security audits
  • Automation
  • CI/CD pipelines
  • Linux proficiency
  • Mentoring
  • Documentation
  • Secure architecture

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