System Administrator [Bhjob13022_12720]

On behalf of our client here in Vancouver, Ignite Technical Resources is looking for a System Administrator for a full-time opportunity.

Role: Reporting to the Manager, IT Infrastructure the Systems Administrator will work closely with the IT team to manage and tune in-house computer software systems and network connections to ensure high levels of availability and security of the supported business applications. This individual also participates in the planning and implementation of policies and procedures to ensure system provisioning and maintenance that is consistent with company goals, industry best practices, and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop, document, and maintain policies, procedures, and associated training plans for system administration and appropriate use
• Recommend, schedule, and perform software and hardware improvements, upgrades, patches, reconfigurations, and/or purchases
• Prioritize, assign, and resolve helpdesk incident tickets
• Practice network asset management, including maintenance of network component inventory and related documentation and technical specifications information
• Coordinate with network engineering, business application, and database administration functions to implement desktop and server systems that utilize industry best practices to meet corporate objectives
• Deploy workstations, servers, printers, scanners, firewalls, encryption systems, and all host security systems
• Participate in and support capacity planning and the development of long-term strategic goals for systems and software in conjunction with end-users and department managers
• Manage and/or provide guidance to junior members of the team, assist with on-call & off-hours issues and upgrades
• Create required reports in response to business user needs
• Participate in negotiations with vendors, outsourcers, and contractors to secure software products and services
• Anticipate, mitigate, identify, troubleshoot, and resolve hardware and software problems on servers, input/output fleet, and workstations. Escalate incidents as necessary
• Conduct research on emerging products, services, protocols, and standards in support of systems software procurement and development efforts
• Ensure the integrity and security of enterprise data on host computers, multiple databases, and during data transfer in accordance with business needs and industry best practices regarding privacy, security, and regulatory compliance
• Manage all operating systems and end-user software
• Perform network security audits, test routine system backups and restores
• Manage communications (email, IM, etc.) and connection solutions, including workstation connectivity, local area networks, company Website, intranet, and internet applications
• Support application development teams throughout project lifecycles
• Analyze system, server, application, network, and input/output device performance

Qualifications

• Configuration management, workload automation, deploying workload, monitoring workload, and managing resource consumption in the cloud
• Experience with running and maintaining scripting [PowerShell, etc.]
• Experience working with cloud infrastructure including Azure, Office 365 administration and SharePoint Online
• Technical proficiency with security-related systems and applications
• Certifications in Windows Server, Azure, and Office 365 will be an asset
• Knowledge of applicable data privacy practices and laws
• Working technical knowledge of network, PC, and platform operating systems
• Good understanding of the organization’s goals and objectives
• Network, storage, archiving in the cloud
• Hands-on software and hardware troubleshooting experience
• Strong knowledge of local area network administration
• College diploma or university degree in the field of computer science and/or 5 years equivalent work experience
• Understanding of cybersecurity principles, including risk assessment and management, threat and vulnerability management, incident response, and identity and access management
• Virtual private cloud operations, Security, identity, and access management: IAM in the cloud
• Working technical knowledge of current systems software, protocols, and standards, including [firewalls, Active Directory…]
• Experience with data management, documenting and maintaining configuration and process information

Due to the volume of resumes, only those candidates being considered will be contacted.

Ignite Technical Resources is a Vancouver-based Information Technology resourcing firm built around three principles: speed, efficiency and quality. We provide highly trained and qualified technical consultants to your organization as a flexible work force option.

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About Ignite Technical Resources.

Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Vancouver BC, Ignite Technical Resources has been the preferred IT Staffing provider for many of Canada’s largest and well-known organizations for over 15 years.By specializing in Information Technology, we ensure that our processes are focused exclusively on providing qualified IT Professionals and our commitment to speed ensures your teams and projects are staffed quickly and efficiently. Our years of experience provide us with one of the most well-developed networks of candidates in the Canadian market. Come see why Ignite Technical is one of Canada’s premier providers of IT Professionals On-Demand.Ignite Technical Resources – Your Source for Top Talent