Senior System Administrator

SGGG Fund Services Inc.; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fund administration company in Toronto is seeking a Sr. System Administrator to maintain and support their IT infrastructure. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in Microsoft servers and Azure, and will work on both on-premises and cloud solutions. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and a hybrid working environment, combining remote work with office flexibility.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Annual bonus

Health and dental benefits

Group retirement plan

Flexibility in working remotely or in-office

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in a Microsoft server environment.
• 5+ years of Azure experience, certification is an asset.
• 5+ years of Microsoft SQL administration experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain server, database, and network infrastructure.
• Monitor system performance and respond to security concerns.
• Support software developers in delivery of applications.

Skills

Microsoft server environment experience

Hands-on experience in Azure

Microsoft SQL administration

Cisco router and switch experience

Performance monitoring

Enterprise level anti-virus management

Education

University Degree or College Diploma in Computer Science

Tools

Azure

Microsoft SQL

Cisco

Job description

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CA$70,000.00 / yr - CA$85,000.00 / yr

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SGGG Fund Services Inc. (SGGG-FSI) is currently seeking to fill a full-time permanent position for the role of Sr. System Administrator .The successful candidate joining our technology team will be energetic, enthusiastic and reliable, and will have the opportunity to participate in the delivery of financial services industry leading software.

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Team Lead, IT Infrastructure & Operations , the Sr. System Administrator position is responsible to develop and maintain SGGG-FSI Diamond, Microsoft Windows server and SQL database environment, and manage the network and cybersecurity infrastructure across two data centers and Azure Cloud Platform. The role will have responsibility to assist software developers in the delivery of applications which meet the needs of users, in a timely and effective manner. You will also work with the Chief Technology Officer in creating a network infrastructure roadmap to maximize the organization’s investments in hardware and software technologies.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Plan, manage, and execute on technology initiatives utilizing project management best practices during regular and after business hours periods.
• Utilize full project life-cycle methodologies (research, planning, design, implementation, testing, documentation, post-implementation support) to bring projects to timely completion.
• Design, develop, implement, and maintain server, database, and network infrastructure solutions for both on-premises and cloud environments.
• Proactively monitor and tune corporate database and infrastructure environments for optimum performance. Monitor system performance, IT system operations and storage utilization, and respond immediately to security or usability concerns.
• Perform regular daily and weekly operational tasks to ensure corporate cybersecurity infrastructure and network / computing infrastructure operates optimally. Plan for hardware or software upgrades / patches.
• Perform backup duties on Microsoft SQL and Windows servers and monitor database replication.
• Research, evaluate and make recommendations on software products and tools related to database, cybersecurity, and infrastructure management.
• Build relationships with consultants for technology expertise and project implementation.
• Support software developers in development and deployment of the Diamond system and investor portal.
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive documentation diagrams of network and server infrastructure.
• Provides support for escalated help desk requests.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Technical

8+ years of hands-on experience in a Microsoft server environment, MSCE is an asset.

5+ years of hands-on experience in Azure environment, Azure Administrator Associate or Azure Solutions Architect Expert certified is an asset.

5+ years of Microsoft SQL administration , configuration, installation, and maintenance.

8+ years of hands-on experience in a Cisco router, switch, and firewall environment . Cisco CCNA or CCNP is desired , but not required in lieu of experience configuring Cisco switches and routers.

Experience in performance monitoring of servers, databases and networks.

Experience in managing enterprise level anti-virus and anti-malware hosted solutions.

Work Experience

8+ years of Windows server and network infrastructure administration experience.

5+ years Azure cloud infrastructure administration experience.

5+ years of database development and administration experience.

Knowledge of the investment fund industry systems, operations, technical and business processes ( an asset, but not required ).

Education

University Degree or College Diploma in Computer Science ( or equivalent experience in the field ).

Preference will be given to applicants with relevant certificates and training in Information Technology.

Preference will be given to applicants with current training and skill sets.

Soft Skills

Good communication and inter-personal skills.

Time management and organizational skills to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Self-driven, and ability to work with minimal supervision to prioritize and manage work.

Ability to work as an effective member of a team.

Strong attention to detail.

About SGGG Fund Services Inc.

SGGG Fund Services is Canada’s largest independent administrator of alternative funds with $95billion (CAD) under administration. Using Diamond, our proprietary fund administration software, SGGG-FSI’s nearly 400 employees (world-wide) provide full-service fund administration to clients from our headquarters in Toronto and affiliate offices in Cayman, the United States, and India. Our vision is to be the first choice for fund administration.

We have repeatedly earned Top Hedge Fund Administrator at the Canadian Hedge Fund Awards, and have been named to several national Great Place to Work lists, including :

14th Overall in Canada

Best in Financial Services & insurance

Best Managed by Women

Our total compensation package includes a competitive base salary, an annual bonus, health and dental benefits for employees and their families, life + AD&D + travel insurance, and a group retirement plan. We encourage and support professional growth, career development, and learning opportunities for our staff.

Our office is in the heart of downtown Toronto. We have adopted a hybrid work model that offers great flexibility between working remotely or in the office.

How to Apply

Please submit a resume and cover letter to [e-mail] with the subject line “System Administrator”

Number of positions : 1

Hire contingent on successful completion of a background check

SGGG-FSI supports a workplace that respects diversity and inclusion. We appreciate the unique perspectives and experiences each of our employees bring to the job, and our success is underpinned by their contributions to our culture and our values.

SGGG-FSI welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Seniority level

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

Computer and Network Security, Financial Services, and Accounting

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