Senior Systems Administrator

MatchBox Consulting Group; New Westminster; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

MatchBox Consulting Group seeks a Senior Systems Administrator to support core infrastructure in a Windows on-premise/hybrid environment, with some Azure services (SharePoint Online, Teams, Entra). 50% hybrid in New Westminster, BC, and on-call rotation every 7 weeks with paid hours.

You will join a 7-person team responsible for virtualization, SAN, Exchange, and security services across multiple sites. Strong project delivery experience and Microsoft ecosystem expertise are essential.

Qualifications

• 2-year diploma or CS degree from an accredited institution.
• 7+ years of progressive IT infrastructure experience.
• Project delivery focus with ability to handle operational issues.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver infrastructure projects while maintaining day-to-day operations.
• Provide project and operational support in a Windows on-premise/hybrid environment.
• Participate in on-call rotation (every 7 weeks) with on-call hours paid.
• Support virtualization, SAN, and Exchange migration activities.

Skills

Powershell scripting

Networking knowledge

Windows server/admin

Education

2-year IT diploma or CS degree

Tools

VMware v8.x

Hyper-V

SCCM

Intune

Mimecast

Exchange on-premise

Exchange Online

Job description

Our client is looking for a Senior Systems Administrator to provide project and operational support in a primarily Windows on-premise/hybrid environment (with some services delivered via Azure, such as SharePoint Online, Teams, Entra).

This is a full-time permanent position. 50% Hybrid in New West, BC. The position requires: on-call (shared rotation), once every 7 weeks, there will be one week you are on-call, on-call hours will be paid.

The successful candidate will be part of a team of 7 (systems and network admins and analysts) responsible for core infrastructure services underpinning the organization's operations.

Technical Environment Includes

• Virtualization: VMware v.8.x today, most likely transitioning to Hyper-V in 2027.
• SAN administration (we use Pure Storage - Active/Active clustered environment across 2 data centers)
• Windows Server: mix of legacy (2008/2012) and but most of our servers are running 2016/2019/2022/2025. We’re working to eliminate the legacy OS’s---but it takes time and resources beyond just my team.
• File/print services, certificate services, DNS/DHCP
• Using Batch Patch for automated patch delivery to servers, SCCM is for managing end points (desktops/laptops) and Intune for mobile devices (mostly iphones/ipads).
• Windows 10/11 desktop environment, standardizing on Windows 11 and we’re needing to do our city-wide upgrade soon
• Lenovo desktop/laptop fleet (we have more laptops now than desktops)
• Some Citrix / VDI for the library + some other unique systems that you’d only see used in libraries such as print management systems, PC reservation systems for public PC use)
• Exchange 2016 on-premise, targeted migration to Exchange Online by year-end (yeah, we know we’re behind….this is why we need more help!). It’s always good to have a sysadmin with some exchange experience.
• Mail security – using Mimecast
• Multi-site, large-scale environment – most sites connected via City owned/managed fiber.

Required Education & Experience

• Minimum 2-year diploma in an IT-related field, or a Computer Science degree from an accredited post-secondary institution
• 7+ years of progressive IT infrastructure experience
• Demonstrated experience delivering infrastructure projects, not just day-to-day operations—this role focuses more on project delivery but everyone has to deal with operational issues when they arise.
• Broad exposure to Windows server/desktop administration is preferred, but deep expertise in every specific technology listed above is not a hard requirement—what’s more important is you have that desire and passion to learn, apply your knowledge and help us achieve the desired results.
• Scripting experiences (Powershell)
• Network experience/exposure/knowledge

About MatchBox

Headquartered in downtown Vancouver and serving clients nationally, MatchBox is one of the leading recruitment and solutions firms that specializes in the fields of IT & Technology, Engineering & Technical, Real Estate & Construction, and Accounting & Finance. We offer unrivaled expertise with our team's extensive experience in the recruitment and professional services industry. We are dedicated to building great connections and creating strong opportunities within the workforce and the labor market.

Equal Opportunities

MatchBox is committed to providing equal opportunities for all applicants. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including members of minority groups such as racialized individuals, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and Indigenous peoples. It is a priority for us that all candidates are treated fairly and without discrimination. Our recruitment teams receive ongoing training on using objective criteria for evaluating candidates and other related topics to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.

Work Permits

Please note that we require all interested candidates to obtain the necessary work permits from the Government of Canada prior to submitting an application. This position is open exclusively to individuals residing in Canada and legally authorized to work in Canada. Applications not meeting these criteria will not be considered.

Further Consideration

We receive a high volume of applications and are only able to contact candidates who are selected for further consideration.