The Space, Defence and Intelligence business unit in CGI is a true IT Systems Integrator. We work, build, and operate bespoke, technically complex, mission-critical systems which help our clients keep us all safe and secure. We bring innovation to our clients using proven and emerging technologies, agile delivery processes and our deep expertise across space, defence, intelligence, aerospace, and maritime, all underpinned by our end-to-end cyber capability. We work collaboratively with global technology companies, cutting-edge SMEs, and academia to deliver the optimal solution for each client.
CGI is seeking a Network Solutions Architect to support the architecture, design, and integration of a new Network Management System (NMS) for satellite operations, aligned with the satellite Network Operations Centre framework. The NMS, built on a third-party COTS platform, will provide end-to-end monitoring, control, and configuration management across ground networks, core networks, satellites, and mission control systems.
Responsibilities include:
* Define and maintain the end-to-end NMS architecture, leveraging COTS concepts such as drivers, alarm correlation, automation scripts, and Visio-based operational views.
* Design robust interfaces (SNMP, REST, Smart-Serial, APIs) with external systems, ensuring alignment with subsystem ICDs and external integration requirements.
* Oversee the design of NMS drivers, ensuring distributed monitoring at remote ground stations and centralized performance aggregation.
* Lead the design of Configuration Management (CM) functions including inventory, automated file generation, and distribution through orchestration.
* Ensure proper implementation of redundancy, failover, and backup/restore mechanisms.
* Define strategies for end-to-end monitoring including synthetic flows and analytic flows for fault isolation and troubleshooting.
* Specify KPIs and aggregation rules for ground networks, satellites, and service providers.
* Collaborate with operations to design dashboards, alarm templates, and correlation rules for proactive monitoring.
* Support role-based access control (RBAC), secure file handling, and HTTPS-based communication into the system architecture.
* Ensure compliance with aerospace security frameworks and enterprise security policies.
* Work with mission operations, software engineers, and NOC subsystem teams to validate architecture decisions.
* Act as a technical authority in design reviews, use-case validations, and operational workshops.
* Present architectural roadmaps and risk assessments to leadership and clients.
Minimum qualifications:
* Bachelor's degree in Network Engineering, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
* 5-7 years of experience in network architecture and management systems, ideally within satellite, aerospace, or defence communications.
* Strong knowledge of network protocols (SNMP, NETCONF, RESTCONF, HTTP APIs), network orchestration, automation, and monitoring platforms.
* Experience with redundant, distributed architectures and high-availability design.
* Familiarity with satellite ground systems and core/WAN integration.
* Experience with configuration management databases, performance analytics, and alarm management systems.
* Ability to translate technical requirements into architecture specifications.
Desirable qualifications:
* Master's degree in Systems Engineering, Telecommunications, or related discipline.
* Hands-on experience with large-scale NMS deployments in telecom or space industries.
* Experience with COTS products, driver development, and custom integrations.
* Familiarity with cloud-native deployment (microservices, containers, Kubernetes).
* Industry certifications such as Cisco CCNP/CCIE, AWS/Azure Solutions Architect, ITIL.
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