Systems Administrator

Launch your career growth with Staples stores.; Boucherville; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading office supply company is seeking a Senior Systems Administrator in Boucherville, Canada. This role focuses on maintaining technology infrastructure across multiple Data Centers. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in a similar role, with strong skills in Windows and Linux servers, virtualization, and excellent problem-solving abilities. Enjoy perks like health benefits, performance bonuses, and a discount on products while working in an inclusive team environment.

Benefits

Associate discount

Health and Dental benefits

RRSP/DPSP

Performance bonuses

Learning & Development programs

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience as Systems Administrator.
• Extensive experience in supporting virtualized environments.
• Knowledge of file share services and web services.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain Data Centre equipment.
• Keep documentation up to date.
• Provide escalation-level support to Help Desk.

Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-solving Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/IT or a related field

5+ years of IT working experience

Tools

VMware vCenter

Active Directory

PowerShell

F5 Networks Load Balancers

Solarwinds

Job description

Some of what you will do: Systems Administrator is a Senior position. The recipient will be responsible for high availability and continuity of technology and infrastructure in multiple Data Centers across Canada. The recipient will have extensive experience in implementing, maintaining and supporting Windows and Linux servers, provisioning storage, and interconnectivity of all Data Centre systems. The recipient will have strong communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills as well as be able to adapt to changing, fast-paced and high-pressure work environment.

Specifically, You Will:

• Design, implement and maintain Data Centre equipment including, but not limited to, servers, storage, network switches, and vendor appliances.
• Communicate and collaborate with team members using Microsoft Teams, OneDrive, Sharepoint and Ring Central.
• Travel as required to Data Centers to implement, maintain and troubleshoot the environment.
• Build and maintain virtual and physical servers on Windows and Linux platforms.
• Manage and monitor virtual environment using VMware vCenter.
• Create/modify/delete objects and resources in Active Directory, Microsoft 365, DNS management using Infoblox or similar technology/services and Group Policy Objects.
• Build and manage Cloud VM’s and resources.
• Implement and maintain file share services, web services, SFTP/FTP services, SSL certificates.
• Automate and streamline processes using PowerShell, Command Shell and other languages and technologies.
• Document installation and operating procedures and ensure they are up to date.
• Provide escalation level support to Help Desk and other departments.
• On-call/after-hours support duties on a rotational basis amongst the team.

Some of what you need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/IT or a related field of study and/or 5+ years of equivalent IT working experience.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a professional server/systems administration role.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience supporting virtualized environments.
• Must have a drive to continually improve and a passion for evolving technology.
• HPE Synergy-series blades and chassis, DL-series rack-mount servers, 3PAR storage and knowledge/experience with other comparable brands.
• VMware ESXi hypervisor, management of virtualized environment using vCenter.
• Implement and support virtual and physical Windows servers and Linux servers.
• Create and manage objects in Activity Directory, Microsoft 365, Group Policy Objects.
• Device patch management software and technologies like WSUS, NinjaOne or comparable.
• Setup and maintain F5 Networks Load Balancers or comparable.
• IIS, SFTP, FTP, InfoBlox/DNS, SSL Certificates and Splunk.
• Create Powershell and Command Shell scripts or similar to help automate processes.
• Implementation and support of Cloud VM’s and resource or equivalent cloud platforms.
• Network and performance monitoring tools like Solarwinds, Netscout or comparable.
• Knowledge and understanding of the following:
  • Firewalls, Routers and Fibre Channel Storage Area Networks.
  • Document installation and operating procedures and ensure these procedures are maintained and updated.
  • Ability to work effectively, both independently or as a team member.
  • Excellent interpersonal and customer services skills.

Some of what you will get:

• Associate discount
• Health and Dental benefits
• RRSP/DPSP
• Performance bonuses
• Learning & Development programs
• And more…

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About Us

Staples Canada is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion and we encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including those with disabilities.

About the Team

About the Team At Staples Canada we are dynamic, inspiring partners to our customers and the communities in which we live. As The Working and Learning Company, we inspire people to work smarter, learn more and grow every day. We’re looking for curious, approachable, and passionate individuals who love finding solutions. If that’s you, let’s work, learn, and grow together. We are building an inclusive and diverse team Staples Canada is continuously working towards creating an inclusive and diverse work environment. We welcome, value and thrive on perspectives and contributions from backgrounds that vary by race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion or physical ability. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.

• Job Identification 56766
• Job Category Technology, E-Commerce & Data Science
• Locations 6 Staples Ave, Richmond Hill, ON, L4B 4W3, CA