Systems Administrator

Compass Technology; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Technology is seeking a Systems Administrator to ensure the efficiency of IT infrastructure across Canada and the US. Responsibilities include installing and maintaining IT systems, providing technical support, and implementing system changes. Ideal candidates will have a diploma in IT and at least three years of experience in server hardware and Microsoft Windows Server environments.

Qualifications

• At least three years of experience in server hardware and configuration.
• Experience or working knowledge of various IT systems including MS Exchange, VMware, and AWS.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize and execute tasks effectively in a challenging environment.
• Responsible for installing, supporting, and maintaining IT Systems.
• Provide IT support as a Tier 2 escalation point for users across Canada.

Skills

Server hardware and configuration

Microsoft Windows Server 2012/2016/2019

Active Directory Administration

MS Exchange

VMware ESXi/VSphere

AWS

Google Cloud Infrastructure

PowerShell

Education

Diploma in IT related studies

Job description

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As part of Compass Technology Canada, this position ensures IT Infrastructure and operating systems are functioning efficiently and effectively. From major system development and implementation to daily system administration and technical support, Compass Technology Canada provides technical advice and support to over 3,000 operating units and offices across Canada.

Now, if you were to come on board as one of our Systems Administrators, we’d ask you to do the following for us:

• Prioritize and execute tasks effectively in a challenging and fast-paced work environment.
• Be responsible for installing, supporting, and maintaining IT Systems.
• Implement and support a wide variety of IT systems across Canada and the US.
• Perform end of lease server replacements, including staging hardware, installing site specific applications, and coordinating cutovers while minimizing downtime for the business.
• Plan, communicate, and document system changes.
• Ensure Company standards and industry best practices are followed and improved.
• Function as a Tier 2 escalation point, provide IT support for the in-house and remote users across Canada.
• Record, track, and document the request/problem-solving process and actions taken.
• Review actionable environment alerts to maintain existing infrastructure.
• Be engaged in team project efforts for server OS upgrades, vulnerability management, application upgrades/brand new builds

Think you have what it takes to be our next System Administrator? We’re committed to hiring the best talent for the role. Here’s how we’ll know you are the best fit:

Diploma in IT related studies with at least three years of experience in:

• server hardware and configuration, Microsoft Windows Server 2012/2016/2019, active directory administration (GPOs, understanding of replication, etc.)

Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Experience or working knowledge of:

• MS Exchange
• MS IIS 7.5 and 8.5
• Office 365
• VMware ESXi/VSphere
• Hyper-V
• AWS and Google Cloud Infrastructure
• CommVault Simpana or similar Enterprise Backup/Recovery Systems
• Oracle's JD Edwards Enterprise One
• PowerShell

Excellent communication skills (written and oral) and the ability to build good rapport with customers.

Results-driven with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Detail-oriented and accurate.

Proven ability to quickly learn and apply new technical skills and concepts in a fast-paced environment.

Adaptable to changing work priorities.

Available to work after-hours during maintenance windows and when emergency support is needed.

Willing to travel (approximately 10%) and able to safely lift up to 20kg regularly.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology and Engineering

• Industries

  Technology, Information and Internet, IT Services and IT Consulting, and Food and Beverage Services

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