Please Note: If you are a current Oak Valley Health employee, apply to this job via the internal Workday application. Land acknowledgement: Oak Valley Health is honoured to provide care on the traditional and treaty territory of the Anishinaabeg, and acknowledge our closest Indigenous communities, the Chippewas of Georgina Island and the Mississaugas of Scugog Island. The land is encompassed within Treaty 13, Treaty 20, and the Williams Treaty. Today, this area is home to many diverse Indigenous Peoples, and we acknowledge the health disparities and barriers Indigenous Peoples face in accessing care. To support true healing, we are committed to understanding these challenges, learning from Indigenous knowledge, and taking action together to improve safe and equitable health care for current and future generations. Who you are: You encompass Oak Valley Health’s core values and live the words of respect, trust, commitment, compassion and courage You are a patient and/or client centered individual who performs at an exemplary standard You are a team player with excellent communication, critical thinking and prioritization skills What We Need: The Senior Network Administrator is a critical role within the Digital Health portfolio, responsible for the design architecture, implementation, and maintenance of Oak Valley Health’s network infrastructure. This includes LAN/WAN, wireless networks, firewalls, VPNs, load balancers and cloud connectivity. The role ensures high availability, performance, and security of network services that support clinical and administrative operations across the organization. Responsibilities & Duties: Design, implement, and maintain enterprise network infrastructure including LAN, WAN, WLAN, and cloud connectivity. Monitor network performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure optimal uptime and reliability. Manage firewalls, VPNs, and network security protocols to safeguard hospital data and systems. Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to implement and maintain compliance with NIST Cybersecurity Framework. Lead network upgrades and expansion projects, ensuring scalability and alignment with strategic IT goals. Maintain documentation of network architecture, configurations, and procedures. Provide Tier 3 support for network-related incidents and service requests. Work closely with clinical and administrative teams to ensure network services meet operational needs. Contribute to IT strategic planning, budgeting, and resource allocation. Mentor junior network staff and contribute to team development initiatives. Ensure compliance with hospital policies, privacy regulations, and cybersecurity standards. What you bring to the role: Minimum 10 years’ experience in network administration, with at least 3 years in a senior or lead role. Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or equivalent experience. Minimum Cisco CCNP required, CCIE preferred. Strong working knowledge of network protocols, routing, switching, and firewall management. Experience with cloud networking and hybrid environments (Azure preferred). Proven experience implementing network security measures and compliance frameworks. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills. Experience with ITIL practices, (e.g. Change Enablement, Problem Management) Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and drive results. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday Please note schedules may change due to operational needs. Please note schedules may change due to operational needs. Compensation: BAND F Range: $48.67 - $60.75 Who we are: Oak Valley Health is one of Ontario’s leading community healthcare organizations. Across our two hospital sites (Markham and Uxbridge) a Reactivation Care Centre (RCC), a Community Health Centre (CHC), and Hospital-to-Home programs, we provide high quality, patient-centred care to more than 468,000 patients each year. We offer diagnostic and emergency services, and deliver clinical programs in acute care medicine and surgery, addictions and mental health, and childbirth and children’s services. We are also proud to be part of the Eastern York Region North Durham Ontario Health Team (OHT). Our 542 physicians, 35 midwives, over 3,000 staff and 1,000 volunteers serve patients and families with an Honoured to Care mindset, and are focused on delivering an extraordinary patient experience to the residents of Markham, Whitchurch-Stouffville, Uxbridge and beyond. We are dedicated to providing access to the right care, at the right time, in the right place by the right people and at the right cost. Oak Valley Health Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging statement Oak Valley Health takes pride in serving some of Canada’s most diverse communities. We are committed to fostering an environment of equity and inclusivity where every person can work and receive care safely, openly and honestly. All qualified applicants will receive consideration and we encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, members of LGBTQ2+ communities, members of racialized groups, persons with disabilities, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of Oak Valley Health. Furthermore, Oak Valley Health is committed to meeting the needs of all individuals in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Should you require accommodations during the recruitment and selection process, please contact Human Resources. We are honoured to be recognized as one of Forbes Canada's Best Employers for Diversity. We ranked within the top 150 organizations across the country. Learn more about our commitment to EDIB. Oak Valley Health is one of Ontarioʼs leading community health care organizations. Across our two hospitals, Markham Stouffville Hospital and Uxbridge Hospital, as well as our Reactivation Care Centre, we deliver safe, high-quality care to more than 441,000 patients annually through diagnostic and emergency care services, clinical programs in acute care medicine and surgery, addictions and mental health, and childbirth and childrenʼs services. Oak Valley Health is proud to be part of the Eastern York Region North Durham Ontario Health Team. With over 600 professional staff, over 3,300 dedicated staff, and more than 900 active volunteers, we are committed to celebrating our people, fostering connections, and driving innovative growth. We provide integrated care for healthier communities and deliver an extraordinary patient experience through our honoured to care culture to residents of Markham, Whitchurch-Stouffville, Uxbridge, and beyond.
