Systems Infrastructure Specialist

KGS Group is seeking a Systems and Infrastructure Specialist to join our multidisciplinary engineering consulting firm headquartered in Winnipeg, Manitoba. About UsWe are KGS Group, an employee-owned, multidisciplinary engineering consulting firm serving clients throughout North America. We’re different than traditional engineering firms. We believe a commitment to lasting relationships is just as critical as the expertise applied in our work. To us that means we put our clients and people first. We have the discipline to consistently deliver KGS Quality, never taking the easy way out. We always look closer and dig deeper. And no matter the project, we care enough to do it right.As an employee-owned company, we’re invested in our work and our people. Working with us means you’ll be part of some of the most interesting projects across Canada, the U.S. and beyond. With the extensive, wide-ranging expertise within our company, you’ll have countless opportunities to learn and grow. The RoleThis position reports to the IT Systems & Infrastructure Senior Manager. In this role, you will support and maintain IT infrastructure across multiple offices in Canada and the USA, ensuring secure, reliable systems that enable project delivery.You will work closely with the IT team to provide services for staff working on-site and remotely. This position is ideal for a versatile, proactive, and independent professional who enjoys working across systems, networks, and security domains.You will directly enable mission-critical engineering work by ensuring our systems, networks, and collaboration platforms are resilient, secure, and performant. Your efforts will reduce downtime, improve user experience, and strengthen our compliance posture, supporting project delivery across geographically distributed offices and remote job sites.Key Responsibilities: Administer and maintain Windows and Linux servers, virtualization platforms, and storage systemsMonitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement proactive measuresSupport cybersecurity initiatives including patching, access control, vulnerability remediation, and audit readinessAssist with cloud services (Microsoft 365, Azure) and on-premise integrationsProvide Tier 2/3 support for escalated technical issuesParticipate in IT projects such as upgrades, migrations, and process improvementsDocument configurations, procedures, and maintain accurate recordsAbout YouTo fill the role, we’re looking for an applicant to bring forward a good mix of qualifications and previous experiences. Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or related field3–5 years of experience in system and network administrationStrong knowledge of Windows Server, Active Directory, and Linux environmentsFamiliarity with virtualization platforms (Windows Hyper-V, Proxmox, Docker) and enterprise storage solutionsUnderstanding of cybersecurity best practices and frameworksExcellent troubleshooting skills and ability to work independentlyStrong communication and organizational skillsGood understanding of Azure AD, AD Connect and ADFS.Experience with Synology or other Active Directory connected NAS solutionsCertification or demonstrable comparable experience with MS 365 and Azure platform administrationAbility to travel to any of our regional offices in Canada and the United StatesAbility to obtain Government of Canada and RCMP security clearances (RELIABILITY and above)Additional Assets:Familiarity with managing infrastructure across multiple geographically distributed officesExperience with cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST and ISO/IEC 27001Knowledge of backup and disaster recovery strategiesExperience with scripting (PowerShell, Bash)KGS Group is an employee-owned equal opportunity company offering an excellent compensation and benefits package.KGS Group welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Upon request, KGS Group will provide reasonable accommodation for disabilities to support participation of candidates in all aspects of the recruitment process.