Remote IT Administrator (Contractor, 40h/mo) – Cloud & VR

Aequilibrium Software; Quebec; Remote; CAD 1,653,000 - 2,480,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Flexible hours

Job summary

Aequilibrium is seeking an IT Administrator contractor to support our fully remote workforce. This role includes onboarding, onboarding removal, ongoing troubleshooting, and security administration for Azure and Google Cloud environments.

Remote position with occasional equipment pickups/drop-offs in Vancouver area; a strong emphasis on network and server reliability, security awareness, and automation through scripting. Flexible arrangement suits part-time or multi-job engagement.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an IT administrator or similar role.
• Strong understanding of computer systems, networks, and cloud services.
• Experience with infrastructure monitoring and troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with system and network security challenges and resolutions.
• Knowledge of scripting and automation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver remote technical support and resolve IT issues for team members, encompassing setup, maintenance, and offboarding processes.
• Execute project tasks within designated timelines, providing comprehensive updates and documentation.
• Optimize the performance and availability of infrastructure, including network and server environments.
• Utilize and manage IT service management tools for ticketing, monitoring, and reporting.
• Conduct hardware set-ups, updates, and configurations, particularly for laptops and VR Oculus devices.
• Employ configuration management tools to track and control changes in the IT environment.
• Troubleshooting network issues and hardware malfunctions, ensuring minimal downtime.
• Administer and support cloud-based infrastructure services on platforms such as Azure and Google Cloud.
• Manage application updates and oversee the deployment of software patches.
• Address server/client vulnerabilities and perform regular OT patching to maintain security
• Monitor the network activity to identify and mitigate potential threats, including phishing and other fraudulent activities.
• Educate staff on security best practices and the recognition of phishing attempts.
• Document IT configurations, including system diagrams, IP address allocations, inventory lists, and procedural guidelines.
• Develop scripts and code to streamline and automate IT processes.
• Manage accounts and configurations for corporate tools like Google Suite, Slack, Jira, GetOutline, Hubspot, and Microsoft services, ensuring efficient and effective usage

Tools

Azure

Google Cloud

Slack

Jira

GetOutline

HubSpot

Microsoft 365

Job description

Aequilibrium is seeking an IT Administrator contractor to support our fully remote workforce. This role includes onboarding, onboarding removal, ongoing troubleshooting, and security administration for Azure and Google Cloud environments.

Remote position with occasional equipment pickups/drop-offs in Vancouver area; a strong emphasis on network and server reliability, security awareness, and automation through scripting. Flexible arrangement suits part-time or multi-job engagement.