Senior System Administrator

Join our Edmonton government client on an initial 9-month contract as a Senior Systems Administrator, where you'll take charge of overseeing complex virtual infrastructure and ensuring the seamless operation of critical systems. Your expertise will be pivotal in administering Azure Active Directory, Microsoft 365, and Azure infrastructure, alongside managing VMware ESXi servers, Citrix technologies, and enterprise-grade backups. If you're a seasoned professional with a knack for troubleshooting and a passion for maintaining the integrity and availability of corporate data, we'd love to hear from you

Advantages
• Engage with the latest technologies such as Azure, VMware, Citrix, and enterprise backup solutions, expanding your skill set and staying at the forefront of industry advancements.
• Benefit from a supportive environment that encourages continuous learning and development, with opportunities to obtain certifications and advance within the organization.
• Enjoy the balance of onsite work arrangements with the potential for remote work after onboarding, providing flexibility to manage personal commitments while contributing to mission-critical projects.
• Play a pivotal role in ensuring the integrity and availability of corporate data, making tangible contributions to the organization's success and resilience.
• Thrive in a collaborative team environment where your problem-solving abilities and technical expertise are valued, fostering professional growth and meaningful interactions with colleagues.

Responsibilities
• Azure Active Directory, Microsoft 365, and Azure infrastructure administration and troubleshooting
• Administering a complex virtual infrastructure comprised of VMware ESXi server, Citrix Netscaler and Citrix XenApp Server technologies.
• Providing in-depth technical expertise for the operation and maintenance of existing server, storage, and security solutions in order to ensure the integrity and availability of corporate data.
• Management and administration of S3 Object storage for backups and enterprise digital content
• Carrying out daily maintenance and administration of Azure AD, Active Directory, Microsoft Exchange server, Blackberry UEM, Storage Area Networks, PKI, and VPN service.
• Monitoring and maintaining Veeam backup solutions
• Working with VMware ESXi server and vCenter as well as performing physical and virtual server builds and images.
• Monitoring and analysing performance of Windows and ESXi based operating systems as well as creatively troubleshooting complex infrastructure performance issues as they arise.
• Receiving, prioritizing, documenting, and actively resolving complex and varied infrastructure support requests through the use of diagnostic and help request tracking tools and by providing personal hands-on desktop level help.
• Monitoring logs and network traffic for unusual or suspicious activity and implementing resolutions.
• Managing virus, intrusion, and infrastructure related policy violations.
• Update existing documentation as necessary and create new documents as required.
• Performing other related duties as required.

Qualifications
• Graduation from a recognized Institute of Technology or University program in an appropriate specialty specifically related to Infrastructure administration and analysis and a minimum of four (4) year’s progressively responsible experience in Infrastructure administration and maintenance.
• OR Post Secondary Diploma in a related discipline and a minimum of five (5) year’s progressively responsible experience in Infrastructure administration and maintenance.
• OR One (1) year related certificate in a relevant computer certificate programs generally have a minimum of 700+ instructional hours and will include relevant course work to the position. Completion of the twelfth (12th) school grade or GED is required. Pluse, seven (7) year’s progressively responsible experience in Infrastructure administration and maintenance.
• Experience with supported Windows server operating systems, Active Directory, Azure Active Directory, Exchange 2016 and Blackberry UEM, VMware ESXi server 6.x/7.x, XenApp 7.x, enterprise backup solutions, Storage Area Networks, and enterprise grade server hardware.
• Experience with scripting languages like PowerShell.
• Experience with MFA, SSO and identity management standards like SAML and OAuth.
• Familiarity with profile management solutions such as FSLogix.
• Working knowledge of SolarWinds for monitoring, reporting and alerting.
• Microsoft 365 or Azure certifications would be considered an asset.
• Working knowledge of an enterprise Public Key Infrastructure would be considered an asset.
• Able to rapidly aquire in-depth knowledge of unfamiliar systems through research and self learning.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal, customer service, teamwork, problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Highly self-motivated with the proven ability to work independently to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a mission critical high-pressure environment.
• Able to perform the physical requirements of the job, including lifting up to 35 kilograms.
• Applicants may be tested.
• Valid Class 5 drivers license
• The client would prefer onsite work arrangements. Potential for 2-3 days remote work after onsite onboarding and training is completed.

Summary
Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team, where your expertise as a Senior Systems Administrator will be valued and rewarded. We invite you to apply directly to this job ad or reach out to your Randstad Digital representative immediately

P.S. Don’t forget that when you update your profile on Randstad.ca it helps us find you faster when we do have roles that match your skills So even if this role isn’t for you please update your profile so we can find you

We look forward to supporting you in your job search

Good luck

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.

---