Systems Administrator: Elevate IT, Virtualization

20 hours ago

montreal, qc, Canada Industrial Inspection & Analysis Full-time

At Industrial Inspection and Analysis, we rely on information technology systems to support the solutions that serve our customers around the world. We are looking to hire a Systems Administrator to join the IIA team. If you are hardworking and dedicated, IIA is an ideal place to advance your career. Apply now

Position Objectives and Responsibilities

  • Maintain, configure, and ensure the reliable operation of computer systems, network servers, and virtualized environments
  • Install and upgrade computer components and software, manage virtual servers, and integrate automation processes
  • Troubleshoot hardware and software errors by running diagnostics, documenting problems and solutions, setting priorities, and assessing the impact of issues
  • Provide IT staff with the documentation and technical specifications needed to plan and implement new IT infrastructure or upgrades
  • Perform or delegate regular backup operations and implement appropriate data protection, disaster recovery, and failover processes
  • Lead desktop support and help desk activities, ensuring that issues related to applications, workstations, and associated equipment are resolved promptly and with minimal disruption
  • Be responsible for database capacity, storage planning, and performance

Required Qualifications for the Systems Administrator Position

  • College diploma or bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, systems administration, or a closely related field, or equivalent experience required
  • At least two years of experience in network and systems administration
  • Certifications in systems administration and IT, including Linux, Microsoft, or other networking-related areas, are an asset
  • Working knowledge of virtualization, Hyper-V, VMWare, or equivalent technology
  • Strong knowledge of systems and network software and hardware, as well as network protocols
  • Experience with scripting and automation tools
  • Demonstrated experience developing and implementing IT strategies and plans
  • Strong knowledge of implementing and effectively developing best practices for help desk services and IT operations, including expertise in security, storage, data protection, and disaster recovery protocols

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with Java applications
  • Experience with Oracle, MySQL, and SQL databases
  • Experience with cloud and web applications

Employment Information:

Hourly rate: $36/hour

Work location: on-site at the following address: