Senior System Administrator

About the role

We are seeking a Senior System Administrator to join a well‑established organization on a 3‑month fixed‑term contract, with strong potential to become permanent. The role is hybrid, requiring three days on‑site per week in Edmonton, and focuses on keeping the technology environment secure, reliable, and optimized for business operations.

Key responsibilities

• Administer, maintain, and optimize enterprise infrastructure including servers, storage, and virtualization platforms.
• Manage VMware vSphere environments, perform performance tuning, troubleshooting, and capacity planning.
• Execute system backups, disaster‑recovery testing, and recovery planning.
• Deploy hardware, software, firmware, and security updates.
• Support application teams throughout project lifecycles with infrastructure expertise.
• Monitor and administer network, communication, and security technologies across LAN, internet, cloud, and collaboration platforms.
• Manage user accounts, permissions, and access controls in line with compliance requirements.
• Conduct network and security audits, monitor alerts, investigate incidents, and assist with remediation.
• Provide Tier 2/3 technical support for complex hardware, software, and connectivity issues.
• Create technical documentation, reports, and operational procedures.

Required profile

• Several years of hands‑on experience administering enterprise infrastructure, networks, and security environments.
• Proven ability to work independently and collaborate with IT leadership, vendors, and business stakeholders.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and a proactive approach to infrastructure modernization and security initiatives.

Required skills

• Microsoft Azure
• Microsoft 365
• VMware vSphere
• HPE infrastructure
• Palo Alto firewalls
• Cisco Meraki networking

What we offer

• Competitive compensation package.
• Opportunity to transition to a permanent role.
• Hybrid work arrangement with three on‑site days per week.
• Exposure to a diverse set of technologies and strategic projects.