Systems Administrator

Longo's; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a passionate Systems Administrator to join their fast-paced, collaborative team. The role involves managing server and storage infrastructure, performing system monitoring and support, and improving IT processes. Ideal candidates will possess a degree in Computer Science and a strong technology background while exhibiting excellent communication and analytical skills.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years direct technology experience in a multi-location organization.
• Knowledge of server & storage operating systems including VMware, Linux, and Microsoft.
• Scripting knowledge including PowerShell and Bash.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and support all server & storage infrastructure technology.
• Perform system administration tasks including performance tuning and backup management.
• Document and improve current IT infrastructure and processes.

Skills

Communication

Analytical Thinking

Critical Thinking

Education

University / College Degree in Computer Science

Tools

VMware

Microsoft Azure

PowerShell

Bash

SQL Server

Job description

We are looking for a Systems Administrator who is passionate about food and enjoys working in a fast paced, team environment!

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Do you want to join a highly collaborative team?

Would you like to continue growing as Systems Administrator?

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Job Overview: This position is responsible for installing, maintaining, and supporting all Server & Storage Infrastructure technology and cloud technologies at Longou2019s. This position is also responsible for performing needs assessments, analysis and recommendations; documenting process improvements as well as implementing preventive and detective controls. This position requires interaction with cross functional teams including both internal resources and external partners and suppliers. This position includes all aspects of system monitoring, administration, troubleshooting, fine-tuning, enhancements, and documentation. This position is also involved in new system installs, configurations, and upgrades relative to supported technologies. Accountabilities : Infrastructure Design and Security:

• Ensure all Servers hardware and software are fully operational and take corrective action where necessary.
• Perform System Administration tasks including performance tuning, system optimization, disk space planning, backup and disaster recovery.
• Monitor, identify, and resolve production capacity, contention, and resource deficiencies
• Provide 2nd and 3rd level technical support for all IT systems.
• Document and improve current IT infrastructure, processes and procedures.
• Management of Active Directory including GPO creation, maintenance and configuration.
• Configure, maintain and troubleshoot virtualization environment (VMware, Nutanix) and manage VMs lifecycle.
• Configure, maintain and troubleshoot storage: (DAS), (NAS) and (SAN) HPE 3PAR, DELLEMC/Nutanix
• Manage IT security: patch management; deployment and enforcement of the security model for managing and granting access to resources.
• Analyze and evaluate companyu2019s needs for equipment, platform, and software.
• Perform proactive research and evaluation of technologies leading to increased efficiency of the organization.
• Coordinate planned system maintenance with internal department managers to ensure minimal impact to internal and external customers.
• Participate in IT department tactical planning and budgeting with IT Infrastructure Manager.
• Manage system alerts and provide after-hours and weekend support when necessary.
• Provide backup support for other members of the IT Team.

Process Improvement & Internal Control:

• Maintains documentation of and control over all Infrastructure documentation
• Reviews and documents current processes and practices
• Compares current processes to industry u201Cbest practiceu201D and identifies opportunities to streamline and improve existing practices
• Identifies areas for cost reduction/avoidance and leads the process to realize savings and provide reporting of progress

Knowledge, Skills & Competencies:

• u00A0University / College Degree in Computer Science or Equivalent
• u00A05 u2013 10 years of direct technology experience in a multi-location organization
• u00A0Comprehensive knowledge of server & storage operating systems including VMware, Linux, Microsoft,
• Comprehensive knowledge of Microsoft Active Directory Services (DNS, DHCP, SCCM), O365, Azure
• u00A0Comprehensive knowledge of Qualys Vulnerability/Patching platform
• u00A0Comprehensive knowledge of Monitoring, Alerting & Logging platforms (Nagios/Zabbix/App Dynamics/Splunk)
• Provision, configure, and monitor Azure virtual machines, storage accounts, and networking components
• Comprehensive knowledge of MS Azure Cloud technologies & Marketplace
  • Provision, configure, and monitor Azure virtual machines, storage accounts, and networking components
  • Implement security measures and manage access controls in Azure
  • Ensure the latest Azure roles and responsibilities knowledge & recommend implementation to improve efficiency
• Comprehensive knowledge of Backup Technologies including Veeam, VMWare SRM, Azure Migration
• Comprehensive knowledge of Database Technologies including Microsoft SQL Server and Oracle Clusters
• VMware/Nutanix and Microsoft Azure Certified an asset.
• Scripting knowledge including PowerShell, Bash, PowerCLI
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to communicate technical concepts.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills

Working Conditions:

• The position requires periodic work outside regular business hours to meet ongoing support and project business deadlines scheduled or ad hoc.
• The work is performed in an office environment or store environment as needed.
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Longou2019s is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities throughout the recruitment process and, upon request, will work with qualified job applicants to provide suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicantu2019s accessibility needs due to disability. Note: A qualified job applicant with a disability is one who possesses the required skills, education, experience and training and who can, with reasonable accommodation, perform the essential functions of the position applied for. If you require accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Coordinator at: Email: [e-mail]