SYSTEM ADMINISTRATOR

Administration régionale Kativik (ARK); Longueuil; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

The Kativik Regional Government is seeking a System Administrator to ensure server availability, manage network infrastructure, and lead system implementations. This hybrid role requires strong technical skills and the ability to work in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Simplified Pension Plan

Group Insurance

20 days vacation/year

20 statutory holidays

Qualifications

• 5 years experience supporting Windows Servers and related technologies.
• Microsoft and CompTIA certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure production server availability and proper data backups.
• Manage Firewall and Network infrastructure.
• Lead implementation of new systems.

Skills

Analytical Capacity

Troubleshooting

Leadership

Customer Service

Communication

Education

College Diploma in Computer Technology

Tools

Windows Server

Exchange

Fortinet

Cisco

VMware ESXi

Microsoft Office 365

PowerShell

SQL Server

Citrix

Job description

Full Job Description

The Kativik Regional Government (KRG), a supra-municipal body with jurisdiction over the territory located north of the 55th parallel, is now looking for a self-motivated and dynamic individual interested in joining the KRG to work in the capacity of:

System Administrator (Permanent, Full Time)

Under the supervision of the Assistant-Director – Information Technology section, the System Administrator is responsible for, but not limited to, the following responsibilities:

1. Ensure production server availability.
2. Ensure proper data backups of all servers (backup schedule, data recovery, and testing).
3. Ensure adequate access and security measures over all systems, including OS updates and antivirus.
4. Ensure local and WAN network availability.
5. Manage the Firewall and Network infrastructure.
6. Support IT Specialists as needed, providing guidance on their daily activities.
7. Lead the implementation of new systems following project management principles.
8. Ensure proper documentation of all system-related activities, including Windows Server, SQL Server, Exchange, etc.
9. Plan, document, and maintain the disaster recovery plan (hardware & data recovery).
10. Contribute to the creation, implementation, and revision of IT policies and guidelines.
11. Work under the guidance of the Senior System Administrator.
12. Assist the Security Specialist as needed.
13. Perform any related tasks as requested by the Assistant-Director.

Qualifications

• College diploma in computer technology.
• 5 years of experience supporting Windows Servers, Exchange, Fortinet, and Cisco equipment.
• Microsoft Certifications.
• CompTIA A+ Certification.
• Experience with project management is an asset.

Technical Requirements

• Windows Server 2012/2016/2019/2022 Administration.
• Active Directory Enterprise Administration.
• VMware ESXi (vSphere/vCenter) environments.
• Microsoft Office 365 administration.
• Scripting in PowerShell, VBScript.
• Management of SAN and iSCSI Server Storage Arrays.
• Network management: routers, firewalls, switches.
• Veeam Backup, Replication, and Recovery.
• PRTG Monitoring.
• Web server configuration and management: Apache, IIS.
• Maintain Development/Production environments for Web DevOps.
• Maintain SQL Servers, SSIS/SSRS/SSAS projects, and reports.
• MS SQL Database Administration (Windows Server Cluster environment).
• Citrix.
• PowerShell scripting.
• Microsoft Certifications.
• Microsoft SharePoint.
• Microsoft Office 365 Experience.
• Network Administration: DHCP, DNS, TCP/IP, PPTP VPN, RDP.

Personal Qualities / Abilities

• Strong analytical capacity.
• Resourceful troubleshooting skills.
• Leadership abilities.
• Ability to transfer knowledge to others.
• Customer service-oriented personality.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in at least two of the following languages: Inuktitut, English, French.
• Availability to work overtime, outside office hours, and be on call.
• Willingness to travel within Nunavik communities.

Place of employment: Hybrid with travel in Nunavik

Salary: Min. $60,074 – Max. $102,839 yearly (Class 9)

Other benefits:

• Simplified Pension Plan: 6.25% employer, 4% employee.
• Group Insurance.
• Vacation: 20 days/year.
• Statutory Holidays: 20 days, including 10 during Christmas holidays.