Network Security Administrator in Toronto, ON

Network Security Administrator Job Description

Network Security Administrators are responsible for installing, administering, and troubleshooting an organization’s security solutions. In Canada, the role requires a strong technical background, including working knowledge of network management protocols, networking architecture, authentication practices, and security administration. Network security administrators integrate and implement network designs by evaluating business strategies and requirements, researching network security standards, and identifying integration issues. Excellent communication skills and experience with virtual network environments, data center and WAN networking technologies, and network security technologies from other providers is preferred. Employers typically seek a bachelor’s degree in a technical field, along with three to six years of relevant experience.

Typical network security administrator duties:

Implementing network security policies and procedures.

Administering and maintaining firewalls.

Managing, monitoring, and updating malware prevention systems.

Monitoring security advisory groups to ensure all necessary network security updates, patches, and preventive measures are in place.

Preventing and detecting intrusion.

Performing intrusion detection analysis.

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Salary for Network Security Administrator in Toronto, ON

89640 - 135810

Low

89640

The candidate is new to the role or has limited experience and is still developing core skills.

Mid

116640

The candidate has moderate experience in the role or one similar, meets most requirements and may hold transferable skills or relevant certifications.

High

135810

The candidate has extensive experience in the role, demonstrates advanced skills and often brings specialized certifications or industry experience.

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