System Administrator

Systems Administrator

Full-time, permanent

Location: Ottawa

For more than 30 years, MDS has been the unequivocal global leader in Gas Turbine Engine Solutions-its clients span the world's most elite companies. Specializing in the provision of aviation, industrial and marine solutions for the world's top companies, MDS designs and builds highly complex multi-million-dollar gas turbine engine test facilities all over the world.

MDS is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Systems Administrator to join the IT Team. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining our server and network infrastructure. This role demands a deep understanding of virtual environments, storage systems and to ensure high availability, performance, and security of our IT infrastructure.

What you will be doing:

• Design and manage network architectures, including LAN, WAN, DMZ, and Windows Servers.
• Deploy, optimize, and maintain virtual environments using VMware, Hyper-V, and Azure Stack.
• Configure and manage Azure Entra and Fortinet firewalls.
• Analyze server and workstation incidents to determine root causes.
• Design, implement, and optimize storage solutions, such as SAN and NAS.
• Implement appropriate security and high availability configurations to ensure data confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
• Manage data backup, recovery, and replication processes, ensuring recovery time (RTO) and point objectives (RPO) are met.
• Perform regular system updates, patches, and security configurations.
• Develop and implement automation scripts to improve system efficiency and reduce manual tasks.
• Conduct capacity planning and scaling to accommodate organizational growth.
• Create and maintain detailed system and process documentation.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Provide user education and training as needed.
• Collaborate with other teams to support enterprise applications and services.

What will help you succeed:

Key Skill Requirements:

• Network management skills, like Switching and Routing, Firewall Management, VPN Configuration (Production + DMZ Networks) (Essential)
• Cloud infrastructure (virtualization) know-how. (Azure, Hyper-V) (Essential)
• Basic programming and scripting skills.
• Knowledge of configuration management.
• Understanding of security concepts.
• Change Management.

Beneficial Skills:

• Linux administration.
• SQL, MS SQL DB knowledge.
• Certifications (CompTIA Networking +)
• Microsoft Technology Certifications.
• SSO Technologies + Practices.
• Conversational Klingon.

Who are we looking for?

• You are quick to embrace new technologies and adjust to changing environments with ease.
• You take ownership of your responsibilities, ensuring tasks are completed accurately and on time.
• You prioritize user needs, delivering solutions that enhance the overall experience for stakeholders.

If you're looking for an exciting role that offers both challenge and the opportunity to advance your skills, we encourage you to apply today!

What's in it for you?

We live, sleep and breathe our corporate values: We communicate for ENGAGEMENT; We operate as ONE TEAM; We act PROMPTLY and with PURPOSE; We OWN the outcome; We play the LONG GAME

No matter who you are or where you're from, we welcome new ideas and fresh perspectives. We believe in teamwork. We're better, together.

We strive to foster personal and professional growth by providing all employees with internal career advancement.

On top of that, MDS offers the following:

• Canada's Best Managed companies (Platinum member)
• Employee bonus program
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with Employer Match
• Medical, dental and vision benefits; All premiums paid by employer
• Health spending account
• Virtual health care
• Fitness Membership Reimbursement
• Maternity/ Parental leave top up
• Positive and flexible work environment
• Opportunity for career advancement
• Strong focus on learning and development
• Company events including family holiday party, employee events, executive - led coffee talks, team gatherings, and so much more
• Participation in community events such as HOPE volleyball, Dragon Boat Festival, Soccer and other fundraising activities
• Inclusive workforce

If you have a passion for innovation and the required skills and experience, we invite you to embark on a journey with us. Join our team and be an integral part of an innovative work environment that values your contributions.

MDS is an equal opportunity employer. MDS does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, mental or physical disability, religion, sex or national origin or ethnic origin.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates who meet or exceed our requirements, are legally eligible to work in Canada, are eligible for Controlled Goods, and do not require sponsorship will be contacted.

Telephone calls are not accepted from candidates or agencies.