Junior Network Administrator

Evertz; Burlington; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer funded benefits program

Competitive total compensation package

Work-Life Balance

Employee assistance plan

Employee Discount Platform

Career Progression

Casual Work Environment

Social Events and Sports Teams

Onsite Counsellor

Job summary

The Network Admin/Cyber Security role at Evertz in Burlington, Ontario, focuses on maintaining the company’s network infrastructure, end-user devices, and core IT systems to ensure stability, performance, and security across internal networks and business systems.

You will manage Windows and Linux servers, Active Directory, 365/Entra, firewall policies, and backup/DR testing, while collaborating with a team to support IT operations and security across the organization.

Qualifications

• Post-Secondary Degree / Diploma in related field.
• Strong knowledge of Windows Server and Active Directory.
• Familiarity with Microsoft 365 / Entra policies and administration, and Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence, JSM).
• Working knowledge of Linux technologies and networking CLI (IOS or similar).
• Understanding of Security Appliance / VPN / ZTNA configuration and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Administration of user accounts and policies for corporate systems (Active Directory, Microsoft 365, Entra, Endpoint Management, PAM, etc.).
• Administration of Windows and Linux servers, including DNS, DHCP, and other core domain and network services.
• Provision server and network hardware (Virtual Machines, Network switches, Firewalls).
• Management of server and hardware updates, including patch management and endpoint/server automation (RMM, Puppet, Ansible).
• Process access requests to network resources (network shares, firewall ACLs, etc.).
• Configure and maintain firewall security policies as directed, including UTM profiles, ZTNA rules, VPN, and routing.
• Manage backups and perform periodic disaster recovery testing to verify recovery integrity.
• Troubleshoot network, server and client related issues.
• Manage software licensing, hardware asset tracking, and change control for network and server modifications.
• Track and resolve work via ticketing system (JSM/Jira), including project tasks, documentation, and runbooks.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Active Directory

Windows Server

Networking fundamentals

Linux administration

Firewall configuration

VPN/ZTNA

Puppet/Ansible

Jira/Confluence/JSM

Endpoint management

DNS/DHCP

Education

Post-Secondary Degree / Diploma in related field

Tools

Fortinet

Ninja One

CyberArk

Azure

Puppet

Ansible

VMware

Job description

As a member of the Network Admin/Cyber Security team, you will maintain the company's network infrastructure, end-user devices, and core office IT systems, ensuring the stability, performance, and security of internal networks and essential business systems. This role carries responsibility across a range of technical areas, from troubleshooting hardware and software issues to supporting network infrastructure and cyber security needs.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation in network hardware and software, a solid understanding of networking and cyber security fundamentals, and the ability to quickly adapt to new tools and technologies. A motivated and resourceful individual who enjoys problem-solving in a dynamic, team-oriented environment will thrive in this role.

Responsibilities:

• Administration of user accounts and policies for corporate systems (Active Directory, Microsoft 365, Entra, Endpoint Management, PAM, etc.)
• Administration of Windows and Linux servers, including DNS, DHCP, and other core domain and network services
• Provision server and network hardware (Virtual Machines, Network switches, Firewalls)
• Management of server and hardware updates, including patch management and endpoint/server automation (RMM, Puppet, Ansible)
• Process access requests to network resources (network shares, firewall ACLs, etc.)
• Configure and maintain firewall security policies as directed, including UTM profiles, ZTNA rules, VPN, and routing
• Manage backups and perform periodic disaster recovery testing to verify recovery integrity
• Troubleshoot network, server and client related issues
• Manage software licensing, hardware asset tracking, and change control for network and server modifications
• Track and resolve work via ticketing system (JSM/Jira), including project tasks, documentation, and runbooks
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Post-Secondary Degree / Diploma in related field
• Strong knowledge of Windows Server and Active Directory
• Familiarity with Microsoft 365 / Entra policies and administration, and Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence, JSM)
• Working knowledge of Linux technologies preferred (OS installation, CLI configuration, essential tools, storage, etc.)
• Strong grasp of networking concepts and experience with network configuration using CLI (IOS or similar)
• Understanding of Security Appliance / VPN / ZTNA configuration and maintenance
• Experience with Fortinet, Ninja One, CyberArk, Azure, Nutanix AHV, Puppet, Ansible an asset
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Capable of work under minimal supervision

What we Offer:

• Employer funded benefits program
• Competitive total compensation package
• Work-Life Balance
• Employee assistance plan
• Employee Discount Platform
• Career Progression
• Casual Work Environment
• Social Events and Sports Teams
• Onsite Counsellor

Location:

Burlington, Ontario, in-office

Hours:

Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week

Vacancy:

This is an existing position

Salary Range (Based on relevant Experience):

$65,000 to $72,000 per year.

About Evertz Microsystems (TSX: ET)

Evertz is a global leader in broadcast technology, delivering cutting-edge hardware and software solutions that deliver content to television sets, on-demand services, WebTV, IPTV, and mobile devices (like phones and tablets) worldwide. Trusted by major broadcast facilities, telcos, and satellite providers on every continent, we're known for end-to-end innovation that sets the industry standard.

Canadian-headquartered with offices around the world, Evertz has 2,000+ employees and has been recognized as one of Canada's 50 Best Managed Companies — a testament to our commitment to excellence and global impact.

Join a team where your work shapes the future of broadcast and new media industries.

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