Network Systems Administrator

**RESPONSIBILITIES**

Implement and support the efficient and reliable operation of datacenter hardware and software and support the deployment and operation of technology within the including such activities as:

- Install, configure, monitor, and maintain:

- Local and wide-area network equipment
- Wireless infrastructure
- Active Directory File, Print and Directory services
- Server hardware and operating systems
- Server-based software
- Data storage including SAN and NAS technologies
- Other enterprise IT systems as required
- Create and maintain system and network records and operating documentation
- Maintain scheduled backup/restore processes
- Diagnose and correct operational issues
- Maintain security of network
- Consult with and provide technical support for stakeholders within and outside the department regarding the use and performance of server and network systems
- Contribute to the research, design, and implementation of methods of meeting newly identified Faculty of Medicine needs
- Document work performed using established ITSS standards
- This role involves after hours and weekend overtime work, particularly during the initial project deployment phase.
- Other duties as assigned

**QUALIFICATIONS**

**Education & Experience**
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science (or related field) and five years’ work experience in a server and network support role, or an equivalent combination of education and related work experience is required.
- Demonstrable experience in the following areas is also required:

- IT Network administration (including Wireless systems), with proven experience in a CISCO environment (experience with CISCO Software Defined Access networking would be considered an asset)
- Microsoft Windows Server with Active Directory and related software services (e.g. file and print sharing, LDAP, etc.)
- Azure & O365 services
- Enterprise backup systems
- Datacenter virtualization technologies including on-premise, hybrid and hosted cloud services
- Enterprise data storage SAN, NAS, Cloud (Azure, O365)
- Installation, configuration, and operation of infrastructure hardware and peripherals
- Local and wide-area network equipment (wired and wireless) and TCP/IP protocols (inc. switches, APs, routers, fiber-optic systems, VLAN configuration)
- Internet technologies and standards including routing (e.g. BGP, OSPF)
- Enterprise security technologies and methodologies (e.g. firewall, intrusion detection, vulnerability assessment,)
- Tools and methods for the monitoring and diagnosis of datacenter and network performance
- The following would be considered beneficial:

- One or more of these industry certifications: Cisco (CCNA), Linux (LPI), Project Management (PMI), and Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL)

**Skills**
- Strong organizational skills coupled with the ability to handle multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and excel in a fast-paced environment characterized by changing priorities.
- Excellent written and oral communications skills.
- Ability to effectively interact and liaise with diverse groups.
- Proven analytical and creative problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to engage in active listening translating client needs into technological deliverables.

**Work Conditions**- Minimal physical demands, typical of a position operating within an office environment; periods of extensive sitting and concentrated use of visual senses. Occasional extended times of standing and walking during campus events.- Intermittent work outside the normal operating hours of the Department may be required.- Some exposure to disagreeable conditions typical of a position exposed to stress and pressure associated with projects and organizational change.