Systems Administrator [#5004]

Alteo Inc.; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Alteo Inc. is seeking a seasoned Systems Administrator for a permanent, hybrid role in Montreal. You will lead design, evolution, and maintenance of our technology infrastructure, acting as the go-to for server and systems architecture, ensuring performance, availability, and security.

The role covers governance, project work, and cross‑department coordination, with travel as needed and on-call responsibilities. Ideal candidates have VMware/VSAN, Citrix, Azure, and SCCM/Intune experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or equivalent.
• MSCE – Microsoft Certified System Engineer or equivalent.
• 7+ years of experience in a similar role.
• Extensive knowledge of hardware and software operating environments (infrastructure, matrices, digital signage applications, etc.)

Responsibilities

• Maintain and upgrade virtualization environments (SAN, VMware, Citrix) and operating systems (Windows, AIX, Solaris).
• Ensuring robustness, performance, and compliance with security standards.
• Automating infrastructure provisioning and optimizing capacity and performance.
• Evaluating projects related to the server fleet and recommending appropriate solutions.
• Participating in defining technology strategies and implementing the architecture.
• Conducting proof-of-concepts and monitoring technology trends.
• Inform and support teams during major changes.
• Coordinate incident response and document solutions.
• Serve as a point of contact for various departments and management.
• Develop and implement tools, procedures, and work methods.
• Ensure compliance with standards and requirements regarding stability and availability.
• Participate in the development of security policies and budget planning.
• Oversee the maintenance and development of IT infrastructure and networks.
• Negotiate and manage contractual agreements with vendors.
• Manage the procurement, inventory, and disposal of IT equipment.

Skills

Scripting PowerShell

ITIL knowledge

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

MSCE Certification

Tools

VMware/VSAN

Citrix environments

Azure

Office 365

SCCM/Intune

Job description

Alteo is looking for a Systems Administrator for a permanent position based in Montreal.

*** Hybrid Work ***

You will play a key role in the design, evolution, and maintenance of the technology infrastructure. As the point person for server and systems architecture, you will ensure their performance, availability, and security. Your expertise will help implement innovative technology strategies and ensure the stability of critical environments.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

> Infrastructure Management and Development

• Maintain and upgrade virtualization environments (SAN, VMware, Citrix) and operating systems (Windows, AIX, Solaris)
• Ensuring robustness, performance, and compliance with security standards
• Automating infrastructure provisioning and optimizing capacity and performance

> Architecture and Technology Projects

• Evaluating projects related to the server fleet and recommending appropriate solutions
• Participating in defining technology strategies and implementing the architecture
• Conducting proof-of-concepts and monitoring technology trends

> Support and Coordination

• Inform and support teams during major changes
• Coordinate incident response and document solutions
• Serve as a point of contact for various departments and management

> Governance and Continuous Improvement

• Develop and implement tools, procedures, and work methods
• Ensure compliance with standards and requirements regarding stability and availability
• Participate in the development of security policies and budget planning

> Resource and Vendor Management

• Oversee the maintenance and development of IT infrastructure and networks
• Negotiate and manage contractual agreements with vendors
• Manage the procurement, inventory, and disposal of IT equipment

PROFILE:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or equivalent
• Recognized certification in the field of information technology (e.g., MSCE – Microsoft Certified System Engineer)
• 7+ years of experience in a similar role
• Extensive knowledge of hardware and software operating environments (infrastructure, matrices, digital signage applications, etc.)
• Expertise in virtualization with VMware 6.7 VSAN
• Very good knowledge of cloud solutions (Azure, Office 365)
• Good knowledge of SCCM / Intune
• Good knowledge of Citrix environments
• Proficiency in scripting (PowerShell)
• Knowledge of incident and problem management according to the ITIL framework
• Autonomy and attention to detail: Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously while adhering to quality and security standards.
• Problem analysis and resolution: Critical thinking and a sense of initiative to diagnose and resolve complex issues related to IT infrastructure.
• Collaboration and technical leadership: Ability to work in a team, build trusting relationships, and positively influence technology decisions.
• Innovation and technology monitoring: A strong interest in technological advancements, virtualization, and cloud computing, coupled with a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Frequent travel: Travel may be required based on operational needs.
• On-call availability: Occasional availability outside regular hours may be required to meet departmental needs.