Windows L3 Admin

Zodiac Solutions, Inc; Montreal; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Zodiac Solutions, Inc. in Montreal, QC is seeking a Windows Patch & Software Deployment Engineer to manage enterprise-wide patching and deployment, troubleshoot OS issues, and automate with PowerShell.

The role focuses on patch management, reporting, and coordinating with infrastructure, security, and application teams. You will develop scripts, generate SSRS reports, maintain runbooks, and drive continuous improvement while meeting SLAs and security standards in a fast-paced enterprise

Qualifications

• Expert-level experience in Windows Server patching and software deployment.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for Windows Server Operating Systems.
• Advanced PowerShell scripting and automation experience.
• Good understanding of Active Directory, DNS, and DHCP services.
• Experience in MS SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) and report generation.
• Strong documentation and technical authoring skills.
• Knowledge of incident, problem, and change management processes.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced enterprise environment and manage critical production systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute enterprise-wide Windows Server patching and software deployment activities.
• Troubleshoot and resolve Windows Server OS issues during incidents and production outages.
• Develop and maintain PowerShell scripts to automate patching, deployment, compliance tracking, and reporting processes.
• Monitor patch compliance and ensure adherence to organizational SLAs and security standards.
• Generate operational and compliance reports using SSRS and SQL queries.
• Collaborate with infrastructure, security, and application teams to plan and implement patching activities.
• Maintain technical documentation, deployment procedures, and operational runbooks.
• Perform root cause analysis and provide recommendations for continuous improvement.

Skills

Windows patching

Software deployment

Troubleshooting

PowerShell scripting

Active Directory

DNS

DHCP

SSRS reporting

Documentation

Incident/Change management

Job description

\"We are seeking a highly skilled Windows Patching & Software Deployment Engineer with expertise in Windows Server administration, patch management, software deployment, automation, and reporting. The ideal candidate should have strong troubleshooting capabilities, PowerShell scripting experience, and a solid understanding of enterprise infrastructure services. Experience with MS SQL Server Reporting, SCCM, and ITIL processes will be an added advantage.\"

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and execute enterprise-wide Windows Server patching and software deployment activities.


• Troubleshoot and resolve Windows Server OS issues during incidents and production outages.


• Develop and maintain PowerShell scripts to automate patching, deployment, compliance tracking, and reporting processes.


• Monitor patch compliance and ensure adherence to organizational SLAs and security standards.


• Generate operational and compliance reports using MS SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) and SQL queries.


• Collaborate with infrastructure, security, and application teams to plan and implement patching activities.


• Maintain technical documentation, deployment procedures, and operational runbooks.


• Perform root cause analysis and provide recommendations for continuous improvement.

Required Skills

• Expert-level experience in Windows Server Patching and Software Deployment.


• Strong troubleshooting skills for Windows Server Operating Systems.


• Advanced PowerShell scripting and automation experience.


• Good understanding of Active Directory, DNS, and DHCP services.


• Experience in MS SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) and report generation.


• Strong documentation and technical authoring skills.


• Knowledge of incident, problem, and change management processes.


• Ability to work in a fast-paced enterprise environment and manage critical production systems.

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of T-SQL for report development and data analysis.


• Exposure to enterprise monitoring and automation tools.


• Understanding of Windows security and compliance requirements.

Certifications (Preferred)

• Microsoft Certifications related to Windows Server, SCCM, or Azure Administration.


• Problem-solving and analytical thinking.


• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.


• Attention to detail and operational excellence.


• Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting SLA commitments.\