Senior Systems Administrator

Kendrix Technologies; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Kendrix Technologies, a Canadian-owned systems integration company, is seeking a Senior System Administrator to lead IT across multiple entities. You will own critical systems—from virtualization and disaster recovery to security and compliance—while aligning IT strategy with business goals.

Responsibilities include managing Azure/M365 environments, backup and DR, and vendor coordination. You’ll drive continuous improvement and support modern building technology environments with a pragmatic,

Qualifications

• Proven experience designing and managing enterprise IT infrastructure.
• Hands-on with Windows Server, Windows 10/11 and macOS.
• Experience with cybersecurity compliance and deployment (EDR, EPP, SIEM).
• Security best practices and IT compliance frameworks (ISO 27001 an asset).
• SSO and MFA incl. Entra integration; SAML/OIDC knowledge is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support Azure and SharePoint environments including Entra and Azure VMs.
• Maintain M365 subscriptions and apps (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams).
• Design, implement, and test backup and disaster recovery procedures.
• Implement and maintain security standards across infrastructure.
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors to sustain reliable IT infrastructure.
• Engage with leadership to optimize IT costs across multiple entities.

Skills

Azure

SharePoint

M365

Windows Server

SQL Server

Cybersecurity

ISO 27001

SAML/OIDC

SLA/KPI

Helpdesk Leadership

Tools

Entra

Azure VM's

M365 Admin

Job description

Overview

Kendrix Technologies is a Canadian-owned and operated systems integration company, proudly operating under Kandor Management Corp., alongside Guardteck Security and Everclean Facility Services. We design and deliver integrated building technology solutions that help protect, connect, and optimize the environments people live and work in. We believe great systems start with great people, and we invest in our teams through hands-on experience, continuous learning, and meaningful opportunities to grow. Our work is driven by a practical, problem-solving mindset, focusing on reliability, scalability, and long-term performance in complex environments. We build long-term partnerships with accountability and attention to detail, and we are committed to creating an environment where people can grow, collaborate, and build lasting careers. This is an exciting opportunity to join the Kendrix team and contribute to smarter, more connected buildings across Canada.

About the Role

Kandor Management is looking for a Senior System Administrator to join our team and support Kendrix, our technology division. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who thrives on building resilient infrastructure and driving IT strategy across a multi-company environment while providing IT services. You will take ownership of critical systems—from virtualization and disaster recovery to security and compliance—while working closely with stakeholders to keep our technology running smoothly and cost-effectively.

Key Responsibilities

Systems Administration:

• Manage and support Azure and SharePoint environments including Entra, Azure VM’s, SharePoint permissions, SharePoint Sites
• Manage and support Microsoft M365 subscription users and applications including Outlook, Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Teams, Power Automate
• Backup & Disaster Recovery: Design, build, and continuously improve backup and DR systems. Apply industry best practices and establish rigorous testing procedures for backups, failover, and failback.
• Security: Implement and maintain best-practice security standards across all systems and infrastructure.
• Vendor & Contractor Management: Collaborate with external vendors and contractors to build and maintain a healthy, reliable IT infrastructure.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Meet regularly with VPs, Directors, and Managers to advise on how to best leverage IT infrastructure while managing and optimizing costs.
• Project Management: Own and drive various IT initiatives, including continuous systems improvement, IT asset integration for acquired companies, new office onboarding, and application suite deployments.
• Compliance & Security: Contribute to the development of procedures and systems supporting progress toward ISO 27001 certification, and ensure compliance with security policies and data protection standards.
• Asset & License Management: Maintain accurate IT control documentation and manage inventory of IT assets and software licenses including software/firmware update processes.
• Training & Documentation: Deliver training and support documentation for end-users.
• Employee Onboarding/Offboarding for IT Assets, systems and applications.

Qualifications

• Proven experience designing and managing enterprise-scale IT infrastructure, including remote access, Azure, SharePoint and M365 environments.
• Hands-on experience with Windows Server, Windows 10/11 and MacOS as well as SQL Server.
• Experience with Cybersecurity compliance and deployment for best practice in various environments (Cloud, On-Premise server, Desktop and Cloud-hybrid environments) as well as EDR, EPP, SIEM and MDM systems and Intrusion Detection/Monitoring of cloud and on-premise solutions.
• Strong understanding of security best practices and IT compliance frameworks (ISO 27001 experience an asset).
• Experience with SSO and MFA including application and Entra integration and management. Experience with SAML and OIDC are an additional asset.
• Experience overseeing helpdesk operations, including SLA/KPI management, ticketing systems, and support process improvement.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical leadership.
• Experience supporting multi-entity or multi-company IT environments, ideally including M&A integration or office onboarding.
• Strong organizational skills with experience maintaining IT documentation and asset management systems.
• After-Hours Support: Provide off-hours support as needed to ensure uninterrupted service for the business and its customers.

Growth Potential

We’re growing quickly and invest in people who bring curiosity, ownership, and a drive to solve problems and improve how things are done.

Learn & Develop

Gain hands-on experience across core areas of technology operations including system design, installation, troubleshooting, integration, project coordination, and continuous improvement. Build real technical capability while growing your career in the field.

Join a collaborative technical team that values clear communication, shared problem-solving, and supporting each other to get the job done right.

Purpose Driven Work

Our systems help power safer, smarter, and more connected buildings. The work you do directly impacts the performance, reliability, and functionality of critical building technology.

We value precision, effort, and craftsmanship. Progress is recognized, and wins are acknowledged whether it’s a successful install, a technical breakthrough, or consistent high-quality work.

If this opportunity excites you and you think you’d be a great fit, we’d love to hear from you.

Ready to be awesome? Apply today and help us build something special.

Kendrix Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to an inclusive workplace for all.