Senior Network & Systems Administrator - On-site Montreal

NOVIPRO; Montreal; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm in Montreal is seeking a Senior Systems and Network Administrator for a permanent, full-time role. The successful candidate will manage and optimize network infrastructures and server environments, utilizing advanced networking skills in a dynamic environment. Candidates should be fluent in English, with French as an asset. This on-site position offers a challenging role in the oil and energy sector.

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of dynamic routing protocols and VPN technologies.
• In-depth expertise with next-generation firewalls, especially Fortinet FortiGate.
• Proficient in Cisco networking solutions, including Meraki and switching environments.
• Strong understanding of LAN/WAN architecture and physical networking components.
• Experience managing storage systems (NAS/SAN) and Veeam-based backup environments.
• Familiarity with Microsoft server technologies and infrastructure management tools.
• Ability to produce and maintain high-quality technical documentation.
• Certifications in Fortinet, Cisco, or Microsoft technologies are strong assets.

Responsibilities

• Administer and evolve the organization's LAN, WAN, Wi-Fi, and security infrastructures.
• Oversee the operation and optimization of enterprise networking environments.
• Manage server infrastructures, storage solutions, and enterprise backup environments.
• Contribute to infrastructure projects: deployments, upgrades, and architecture redesigns.
• Plan and implement software and firmware updates across infrastructure components.
• Prepare configurations for both hardware and software deployments.
• Analyze network performance and resolve bottlenecks.
• Provide advanced technical support to internal stakeholders.
• Maintain detailed technical documentation.

Skills

Dynamic routing protocols

VPN technologies

Next-generation firewalls (Fortinet)

Cisco networking solutions

LAN/WAN architecture

Storage systems management (NAS/SAN)

Technical documentation

Tools

Windows Server

VMware ESXi

Veeam Backup & Replication

Cisco Meraki

Cisco Umbrella

Fortinet FortiGate

OVHcloud

Amazon S3

Job description

A consulting firm in Montreal is seeking a Senior Systems and Network Administrator for a permanent, full-time role. The successful candidate will manage and optimize network infrastructures and server environments, utilizing advanced networking skills in a dynamic environment. Candidates should be fluent in English, with French as an asset. This on-site position offers a challenging role in the oil and energy sector.