Senior Systems Administrator
Apply NowCompany: College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta
Location: Edmonton, AB T5A 0A1
Description:
Working independently to install, configure, and maintain CPSA's servers to ensure reliable access and performance. The Senior Systems Administrator will handle software updates, patches, and backups to maintain data integrity and prevent downtime while documenting server configurations and manage user permissions to support secure and efficient server operations.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
* Monitor server health, troubleshoot issues, and implement security protocols to protect against unauthorized access and vulnerabilities.
* Complete daily checks of server performance and jobs that are running such as backup, data extracts, scripts running and performance improvements.
* Respond to after hour calls of server issues.
* Spearhead server documentation on configurations and benchmarks in performance.
* Lead administration of Microsoft 365 online environment (Teams, Exchange, SharePoint, OneDrive, office, etc.)
* Lead SharePoint and SQL Administration of onsite systems.
* Setup new server hardware and perform server updates and patching.
* Manage Active Directory and the systems that support it.
* Advise Manager on new systems or changes to existing systems.
* Configure and manage cloud-based infrastructure and services in AWS and MS Azure environments.
* Install, configure and troubleshoot networking infrastructure such as routers, switches and other network devices.
* Install, manage and monitor security systems such as Firewall, EDR and IDS. Configure and Optimize systems to protect against security threats.
* Manage and configure identity and access management solutions that include MFA, SSO and other identity management standards.
* In support of continuous quality improvement, research new technologies, review processes and make recommendations to enhance CPSA's technology practices.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
* Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering
Experience:
* Requirement for 8 to 10 years of related experience, with minimum 8 years' experience in server support and 5 years being in the key server support role.
Skills:
* Must be available on call for afterhours work.
* Ability to lift 25 pounds regularly and occasionally up to 75 pounds
* Previous network experience is preferred.
* After hours on call experience.
* Experience with Microsoft Azure, AWS, Microsoft server 2016-present, SharePoint server and SQL server experience.
* Excellent communication, time management and organizational skills
* Takes initiative and ability to work within a team environment
SALARY
The salary for this position is $95,251 and includes a comprehensive benefit package and pension plan.
Along with your CV, please submit a cover letter outlining why you are the right candidate for this position by telling us how your relevant work experience has prepared you to undertake this role. Submissions without a cover letter will not be considered.
We thank all candidates for their interest in CPSA. Only those selected to move forward in our selection process will be contacted.
Please note that the successful candidate will be required to provide a Criminal Record Check satisfactory to CPSA.
By applying to this position, you are confirming you possess either a Canadian Citizenship, permanent resident status, or valid work permit.
CPSA has suspended its mandatory employee COVID-19 vaccination policy at this time. Should it be deemed necessary to be reinstated, all employees would be required to provide proof of vaccination. By applying to this position, you acknowledge your awareness of CPSA's suspended policy.
CPSA embraces diversity and equal opportunity. The more inclusive we are, the better we can do our work. All candidates are considered for employment regardless of age, race, ethnicity, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, veteran or disability status.
CPSA acknowledges we are on traditional lands of First Nations and Mtis People. Through our work, we strive to respect, honour, and celebrate histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Mtis, Inuit and all First Peoples of Canada.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
* Monitor server health, troubleshoot issues, and implement security protocols to protect against unauthorized access and vulnerabilities.
* Complete daily checks of server performance and jobs that are running such as backup, data extracts, scripts running and performance improvements.
* Respond to after hour calls of server issues.
* Spearhead server documentation on configurations and benchmarks in performance.
* Lead administration of Microsoft 365 online environment (Teams, Exchange, SharePoint, OneDrive, office, etc.)
* Lead SharePoint and SQL Administration of onsite systems.
* Setup new server hardware and perform server updates and patching.
* Manage Active Directory and the systems that support it.
* Advise Manager on new systems or changes to existing systems.
* Configure and manage cloud-based infrastructure and services in AWS and MS Azure environments.
* Install, configure and troubleshoot networking infrastructure such as routers, switches and other network devices.
* Install, manage and monitor security systems such as Firewall, EDR and IDS. Configure and Optimize systems to protect against security threats.
* Manage and configure identity and access management solutions that include MFA, SSO and other identity management standards.
* In support of continuous quality improvement, research new technologies, review processes and make recommendations to enhance CPSA's technology practices.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
* Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering
Experience:
* Requirement for 8 to 10 years of related experience, with minimum 8 years' experience in server support and 5 years being in the key server support role.
Skills:
* Must be available on call for afterhours work.
* Ability to lift 25 pounds regularly and occasionally up to 75 pounds
* Previous network experience is preferred.
* After hours on call experience.
* Experience with Microsoft Azure, AWS, Microsoft server 2016-present, SharePoint server and SQL server experience.
* Excellent communication, time management and organizational skills
* Takes initiative and ability to work within a team environment
SALARY
The salary for this position is $95,251 and includes a comprehensive benefit package and pension plan.
Along with your CV, please submit a cover letter outlining why you are the right candidate for this position by telling us how your relevant work experience has prepared you to undertake this role. Submissions without a cover letter will not be considered.
We thank all candidates for their interest in CPSA. Only those selected to move forward in our selection process will be contacted.
Please note that the successful candidate will be required to provide a Criminal Record Check satisfactory to CPSA.
By applying to this position, you are confirming you possess either a Canadian Citizenship, permanent resident status, or valid work permit.
CPSA has suspended its mandatory employee COVID-19 vaccination policy at this time. Should it be deemed necessary to be reinstated, all employees would be required to provide proof of vaccination. By applying to this position, you acknowledge your awareness of CPSA's suspended policy.
CPSA embraces diversity and equal opportunity. The more inclusive we are, the better we can do our work. All candidates are considered for employment regardless of age, race, ethnicity, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, veteran or disability status.
CPSA acknowledges we are on traditional lands of First Nations and Mtis People. Through our work, we strive to respect, honour, and celebrate histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Mtis, Inuit and all First Peoples of Canada.