System Server Administrator

KPMG Canada; Halifax; On-site; CAD 73,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services firm is seeking a Forensics Server Administrator to manage and support complex server environments. The ideal candidate will have experience with Forensics software, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to optimize server performance. This full-time position offers a competitive salary between $73,000 and $109,500 depending on qualifications and location.

Benefits

Comprehensive Total Rewards program

Inclusive and respectful workplace

Support for adjustments and accommodations

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience in an enterprise environment.
• Experience with Windows Clusters and Microsoft technologies.
• Work experience includes configuration of load balancing and high availability.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support production, test, and development infrastructure.
• Troubleshoot server-related issues and performance bottlenecks.
• Develop and maintain documentation including architecture diagrams.

Skills

Experience with Relativity

Experience with Nuix

Forensics software experience

Strong problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Written and verbal communication skills

Self-motivated

Education

College Diploma or University Degree in Computer Science

Tools

Windows Server Systems

VMware vSphere

Hyper-V

Azure

Citrix applications

Palo Alto firewalls

Windows PowerShell

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Overview

At KPMG, you’ll join a team of diverse and dedicated problem solvers, connected by a common cause turning insight into opportunity for clients and communities around the world.

The Forensics Server Administrator is a key technical resource responsible for managing various Forensics and eDiscovery technologies on Forensics production, test, and development environments. This person is a member of a nationwide team of technical support staff focused on ongoing support and new deployments of KPMG’s IT infrastructure.

In this role, you will troubleshoot and resolve server-related issues, analyze and identify performance bottlenecks, recommend optimization opportunities, and support internal users, external clients, and applications used in our environment while working closely with other IT staff.

What You Will Do

• Manage and support production, test, and development infrastructure consisting of 200+ servers and SANs
• Proactively manage and identify system resource bottlenecks using performance monitors, profilers, custom scripts, and third-party tools.
• Troubleshoot connectivity and performance issues related to servers and data-enabled applications.
• Develop and update documentation of all server instances, including architecture diagrams, schema definitions, and operating procedure manuals.
• Implement and maintain development, quality-assurance, and test environments for development and version upgrade procedures.
• Maintain security framework requirements set forth by company and clients and in line with KPMG security practices
• Develop, implement, and maintain backup and disaster recovery strategies for all systems.
• Support multiple concurrent projects and ensure proper documentation for operational support
• Work closely with other internal IT groups, as well as third-party vendors and consultants to tune systems for optimal performance and resolve infrastructure issues. Provide on-call support outside of regular business hours

What You Bring To The Role

Experience with Relativity, Nuix, and Forensics software

College Diploma or University Degree in computer science and / or relevant work experience.

Minimum 4 years of progressive experience in an enterprise environment.

Experience with Windows Server Systems, Windows Clusters & related Microsoft technologies such as Active Directory, Exchange, Lync, SharePoint, SQL, SCCM, SCOM

Strong knowledge of virtual and cloud technologies including VMware vSphere, Hyper-V, and Azure

Experience configuring load balancing and high availability

Working knowledge of Citrix applications including XenApp, Netscaler

Experience with Palo Alto firewalls

Experience with Backup, Archiving, and Disaster Recovery technologies

Experience with scripting using Windows PowerShell, VBScript, etc.

Ability to diagnose and resolve complex technology problems.

Strong organizational and priority setting skills with excellent written and verbal communication skills

Highly self-motivated and capable of executing tasks in a high-pressure environment

MCSE and ITIL V3 Foundations certifications are desirable

Proficiency in English at a business level is required

This position requires written and oral fluency in English. The successful candidate will support or collaborate with English-speaking colleagues or stakeholders across the country in our English-speaking provinces.

KPMG BC Region Pay Range

The expected base salary range is $73,000 to $109,500, potentially with bonuses. Salary is determined based on location, skills, and qualifications. KPMG offers a comprehensive Total Rewards program.

Our Values, The KPMG Way

Integrity : We do what is right

Excellence : We never stop learning and improving

Courage : We think and act boldly

Together : We respect each other and draw strength from our differences

For Better : We do what matters

KPMG in Canada is an equal-opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, respectful, and barrier-free workplace. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply and bring their whole selves to work.

Adjustments and Accommodations

We support an inclusive recruitment process and offer adjustments or accommodations upon request, throughout the process. Contact KPMG’s Employee Relations Service team at 1-888-466-4778 for support.

Additional Information

Seniority level : Not Applicable

Employment type : Full-time

Job function : Information Technology

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