Network & Systems Analyst

Regional District Central Okanagan; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Network Systems Analyst, where your expertise in IT infrastructure and security will play a vital role in supporting community services. This position involves designing and maintaining robust systems, ensuring high availability, and implementing security measures across various technologies. You will collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance operational efficiency and provide critical support for essential services. With a focus on professional development and community contribution, this role offers a fulfilling opportunity in a stunning environment, making a real difference in people's lives.

Benefits

Dental Coverage

Health Coverage

Vision Coverage

Paid Vacation

Pension Plan

Training and Development Opportunities

Work-Life Balance

On-Site Parking

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in a Windows enterprise environment.
• Strong organizational and communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and maintain IT infrastructure and security systems.
• Provide after-hours on-call support for critical business systems.

Skills

Problem-solving

Network Security

Microsoft 365

Virtualization

Disaster Recovery

SCADA Systems

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology

Tools

Azure

Active Directory

Backup and Recovery Systems

Job description

Job Description: Network Systems Analyst

Do you have 5 years of experience in a Microsoft enterprise environment and exceptional problem-solving skills? If so, we want you on our Information Services Team!

As the successful candidate for the Network Systems Analyst position, you will contribute to the Regional District of Central Okanagan's IT networks, systems, and security across a wide range of technologies. You will collaborate with the Manager of Information Services on systems architecture, including disaster recovery, business continuity, and security protection systems.

You Will

• Plan, design, document, implement, monitor, and maintain all approved IT infrastructure, including but not limited to:
• Server operating systems and services both on-premise and in the cloud to ensure optimal performance, high availability, and security.
• Security management and monitoring, including network, Microsoft 365, server, endpoint, file systems, remote access (VPN), and user authentication systems.
• Virtualization infrastructure, including highly available clusters of virtual networks, virtual machines, and virtual data storage.
• Backup and recovery systems, including disaster recovery, testing, and risk mitigation.
• Utilize storage systems to optimize snapshots, storage space, and network traffic in a highly available environment.
• Cloud services and technologies, including Office365 and Azure platform technologies integrated with distributed Active Directory architecture.
• Proactively identify risks and issues, troubleshoot complex infrastructure problems, and perform assessments, diagnostics, and issue resolution.
• Evaluate and research solutions based on business needs, user requirements, technological options, cost, feasibility, and security/privacy impacts.
• Assist with the development of RFP/RFQ technical specifications and scoring of vendor submissions.
• Participate in developing and supporting IT policies and administrative directives.
• Provide after-hours on-call support for critical business systems and emergency operations, including water and wastewater communication systems.
• Manage meeting room AV technology to support remote meetings and live streaming of public Regional Board meetings.
• Provide guidance, mentoring, and training to junior and relief IT team members and contractors.
• Assist in achieving organizational benchmarks, implementing technologies, and strengthening security measures.
• Other duties as assigned.

To be successful, you need a four-year degree in information technology or a related field, along with five years' experience in a Windows enterprise environment. Experience with SCADA systems is preferred. You should have strong organizational and problem-solving skills, tact and discretion with sensitive information, and excellent communication skills. You must be able to meet and maintain an RCMP Security Clearance and hold a valid Class 5 BC Driver's license.

This is a CUPE 338 position working Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, with an on-call rotation. The pay rate is $51.74 per hour, with some weekend flexibility required to meet operational needs.

The Regional District of Central Okanagan offers benefits including dental, health, and vision coverage, paid vacation, pension plan, training and development opportunities, work-life balance, on-site parking, and a chance to contribute to the community.

Apply at rdco/jobs by Thursday, May 22nd, 2025.

About The Regional District Of Central Okanagan

We acknowledge our presence on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded lands of the syilx / Okanagan people, who have resided here since time immemorial. We recognize, honor, and respect these lands.

The RDCO is made up of a dedicated team committed to serving the community. We offer a competitive compensation package, including benefits, Municipal Pension Plan, and professional development. Located in one of BC's most desirable areas, the Okanagan Valley, our community is renowned for its natural beauty and outdoor lifestyle.