Server Specialist (Intermediate / Senior, contract)

Insight Technology; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 66,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm is seeking a Server Specialist for a contract role in Edmonton. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in server support and infrastructure management, with expertise in cloud environments and cybersecurity. This position offers an opportunity to excel in a collaborative setting, focusing on innovative solutions and infrastructure reliability.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience supporting servers and infrastructure.
• MCSA/MCSE certification is an asset.
• Experience with Red Hat and other Linux certifications is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support and maintain servers in cloud and on-premise environments.
• Implement cybersecurity frameworks and manage threat detection.
• Migrate infrastructure to a cloud hybrid DR environment.

Skills

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Cloud Infrastructure

Cybersecurity

Automation

Education

Diploma or degree in information systems

Tools

Microsoft Azure

VMware

Hyper-V

Office 365

Job description

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Edmonton, AB, CA

Requisition Number: 100634

Server Specialist (Intermediate / Senior, contract)
Location: Edmonton, Alberta (hybrid)
Duration: 3+ months, with chance of multiple extensions

About Insight:
Insight Enterprise Inc serves clients in 190 countries, and in Canada, our robust Staffing department specializes in placing top-notch talent in sought-after roles across the nation.

Description:
Our enterprise client is seeking a highly skilled Server Specialist for a 3+ month contract employment opportunity. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience supporting servers and related infrastructure in both cloud and on-premise environments. This role requires a strong technical background, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with various departments.

Responsibilities:

• Support and maintain servers and related infrastructure in cloud and on-premise environments.
• Implement and manage cybersecurity frameworks, threat detection, and mitigation strategies.
• Design and implement disaster recovery solutions with cloud infrastructure.
• Migrate on-prem infrastructure to a cloud hybrid DR environment.
• Automate routine tasks using various scripting languages.
• Administer Microsoft Windows Server (2016 / 2019 / 2022 / 2025).
• Administer various Red Hat and Ubuntu-based Linux distributions.
• Manage storage and network technologies.
• Administer Office 365 applications like Teams and Exchange Online.
• Monitor infrastructure using various applications.
• Utilize automation tools like Azure Automation or Ansible.

Qualifications:

• Diploma or degree in information systems. Related experience or education may be considered as an equivalency.
• 5-7+ years of experience supporting servers and related infrastructure.
• MCSA/MCSE certification is an asset.
• Red Hat and/or other Linux certifications are an asset.
• Experience with MS Azure infrastructure services.
• Experience with VMware and Hyper-V for both server and desktop virtualization.
• Knowledge of data centers and associated server support.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your resume detailing all relevant experience and certifications. We thank you for your interest, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Insight is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law.

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