Senior Packet Core Network Engineer Jobs in Toronto, ON

What Will You Do?
Manage network security incident escalations from first-level support and stakeholders, performing thorough analysis and coordinating with vendor teams to implement permanent solutions
Own security infrastructure maintenance including patch management, software upgrades, and configuration changes across the enterprise to maintain technology currency and security standards
Execute infrastructure modifications and upgrades with meticulous planning, testing, and validation to ensure system stability and compliance
Troubleshoot complex network and security issues using packet analysis and protocol inspection to diagnose root causes
Lead operational activities such as disaster recovery exercises, maintenance windows, and major network changes from a security perspective
Validate new security technologies by defining technical requirements, conducting lab testing, and ensuring production readiness
Enhance operational processes by creating documentation, identifying automation opportunities, and driving continuous improvement
Stay current with industry standards and emerging technologies through participation in training and technology reviews

What You Need to Succeed

Must Have:
Strong hands-on experience configuring and maintaining enterprise security appliances (Palo Alto, Cisco ASA, CheckPoint, Fortinet, Pulse Secure, Citrix, Cisco Firepower, or equivalent)
Expert understanding of TCP/IP, OSI model, and core protocols (HTTP/HTTPS, FTP/SFTP, SSL/TLS, IPSec, NAT)
Proficiency in packet analysis tools for troubleshooting network and security issues
Solid scripting and coding experience in Python, Bash, PowerShell, or similar languages for automation
Working knowledge of AI/ML concepts and experience with AI-assisted tools for infrastructure monitoring, analysis, or optimization
Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams, external vendors, and senior leadership
Exceptional collaborative mindset with the ability to foster strong working relationships across technical and business teams while driving collective achievement of organizational goals

Nice-to-Have:
CISSP or CCNP R&S certification
Experience with Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) tools and DevOps practices
Familiarity with prompt engineering and large language models (LLMs) for security operations tasks

What's in it for you?

We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.

• A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive compensation, commissions, and stock where applicable

• Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities

• Ability to make a difference and lasting impact

• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team

• Flexible work/life balance options

• Opportunities to do challenging work

• Opportunities to take on progressively greater accountabilities

• Access to a variety of job opportunities across business

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Job Skills

Communication, Critical Thinking, Cyber Security Management, Decision Making, Group Problem Solving, Information Security, Information Technology Security, Long Term Planning, Network Defense

Additional Job Details

16 YORK ST:TORONTOTorontoCanada37.5Full timeTECHNOLOGY AND OPERATIONSRegularSalaried2026-08-242026-09-11

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above

Our Employment Opportunities

At RBC, we are guided by living shared values of Client First, Integrity, Collaboration, Respect and Excellence and winning together as One RBC. We believe an inclusive workplace that has diverse perspectives is core to our continued growth as one of the largest and most successful banks in the world. Maintaining a workplace where our employees feel supported to perform at their best, effectively collaborate, drive innovation, and grow professionally helps to bring our Purpose to life and create value for our clients and communities. RBC strives to deliver this through policies and programs intended to foster a workplace based on respect, belonging and opportunity for all.

RBC is presently inviting candidates to apply for this existing vacancy. Applying to this posting allows you to express your interest in this current career opportunity at RBC. Qualified applicants may be contacted to review their resume in more detail.

Employment Type: FULL_TIME