59 System Administrators jobs in Canada

Job Description

What Vista Does

Vista Projects is an integrated industrial engineering firm that helps clients navigate the digital transformation of their projects and operations. Our proven project execution process is based on a “single source of truth” model that eliminates the potential for inefficient engineering designs, cost overruns and project completion delays.

We believe the world needs industrial projects and that intelligent engineering data can increase the likelihood of innovative solutions getting to market. Over the years, our multi-discipline teams have conceptualized and designed some of the most challenging and successful industrial processing projects in the North American energy sector. Vista has established itself as a trusted industrial engineering partner for all types of projects, from conceptual studies and pilots to large-scale commercial expansions.

The benefits of our approach apply to new asset developments and brownfield optimization projects across several industrial markets. This includes biofuels and produced water treatment to natural gas and petrochemical processing. While we are headquartered in Calgary and maintain a satellite office in Houston.

The Network Administrator leverages specialized expertise to manage complex IT systems and network infrastructures, ensuring secure, reliable, and scalable operations. This role involves designing advanced network architectures, leading significant projects, mentoring team members, and contributing strategically to IT initiatives.

• Network Architecture Design: Design and implement secure, reliable, and scalable network architectures for LAN, WAN, and WLAN environments.
• Advanced System Management: Oversee and maintain complex networking equipment and software to ensure optimal performance and maximum uptime.
• Security Administration: Manage network security, including configuring Palo Alto firewalls and VPNs, to protect company data and systems.
• Protocol Configuration: Configure and manage advanced networking protocols such as VLANs, Stacking, LACP, STP, BGP, QoS, VRRP, TCP/IP, and DHCP.
• WAN Management: Manage corporate-wide networks with a mix of WAN links (MPLS, VPLS, SD-WAN, PTP, etc.).
• Monitoring and Troubleshooting: Monitor networks using tools like Zabbix, Wireshark, and SolarWinds; quickly diagnose and resolve issues to minimize downtime.
• Documentation: Document all installations, repairs, maintenance tasks, and network performance, providing comprehensive reports for transparency.
• Mentorship: Provide guidance to junior and intermediate administrators, fostering skill development and knowledge sharing.
• Innovation: Identify opportunities for technological improvements and drive the implementation of innovative solutions.

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Experience: 5–8 years in system administration roles, with expertise in complex IT and network environments.
• Technical Mastery: Advanced proficiency in operating systems (Windows Server, Linux), virtualization technologies, and network infrastructure.
• Networking Expertise: Proficiency in configuring Cisco / HP routers & switches, Cisco Meraki devices, and advanced networking protocols.
• Security Knowledge: Experience managing network security, including Palo Alto firewalls and VPNs.
• Monitoring Tools: Proficiency with network monitoring tools like Zabbix, Wireshark, and SolarWinds.
• Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead projects and mentor team members effectively.
• Problem-Solving: Exceptional analytical skills to troubleshoot complex technical issues.
• Communication: Excellent communication skills for conveying technical information to diverse audiences.

• Advanced Degree: Master's degree in Information Technology or related field.
• Certifications: Advanced certifications such as CISSP, CCNP, or AWS Certified Solutions Architect.
• Cloud Experience: Experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Automation Skills: Proficiency in scripting and automation tools (PowerShell, Python, Ansible).

Working with Vista is a chance to contribute to the type of challenging municipal and industrial projects that the world requires. If that doesn’t excite you, this role likely won’t be a fit.

Challenging projects require focus, and we enable our people to do their best work with modernized project systems that are based on our leading use of intelligent data-centric execution architecture. Our staff and clients like that it gives them real-time access to validated data shared across all project departments. This fosters project design and business decisions based on a single, authoritative source of truth and provides increased transparency and collaboration with team members and clients, leading to improved engineering quality and a product we can all take pride in.

An opportunity with Vista is not just a job; it is a chance to tackle challenging projects with colleagues who are among the most recognized and accomplished in their disciplines.

• A stimulating, fast-paced and challenging work environment where you will contribute to the interesting municipal and industrial engineering projects
• A robust and consistent recruitment process that ensures your colleagues are likeminded and comparably capable
• An opportunity to be a part of an entrepreneurial, technically skilled team which has established leadership in innovative engineering solutions
• A strong value-based philosophy that provides an informal, close-knit team environment, where you and your family feel like a part of our organization, and not just an employee number
• Competitive compensation and benefits, including a performance-linked variable pay program
• Company-sponsored social events and team sports
• Flexible work schedules, half-day Fridays and free parking
• An organization that values and encourages diversity

Please complete the application form below and include a cover letter concisely demonstrating how your skills and experience align with our job posting. By submitting this application, you consent to our Privacy Policy, and you consent to receive transactional electronic messages from Vista and third parties acting on our behalf.

Note:  As part of the interview process there will be a technical testing component that will take up to two hours and can be completed at home on your own timeline. Candidates may be required to complete a security clearance procedure prior to receiving an offer.

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Important Note: Apply only if you have valid work authorization in Canada. The Client will not provide any visa sponsorship

Opportunity: One of our Steel Manufacturing Industry clients based out in Orillia, ON is looking for a “Network Administrator” for a full-time opportunity

Job Details:

Position: Network Administrator

Location: Orillia, ON

Position type: Full-time, Onsite

What You'll Do:

• Manage IT Infrastructure: Implement, maintain, and upgrade our network (LAN/WAN/Wi-Fi, switches, routers, firewalls) and data center environment, including vSphere, Windows, and Linux servers.
• Provide Technical Support: Administer workstations, printers, and industrial equipment such as data collection devices and time clocks.
• Ensure System Reliability: Monitor and manage backup and recovery systems for servers, SAN, CCTV, and workstations.
• Support End-Users: Troubleshoot hardware and software issues and assist employees with MS Office Suite and other applications.
• Strategic Growth: Assist with IT development and integration projects to align with our overall business goals.

What We're Looking For:

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in information systems support, with a strong preference for a manufacturing environment .
• A degree in Computer Science or a related field. Professional IT certifications are a plus.
• Expertise in Microsoft Active Directory and network protocols (DNS, DHCP, VPN).
• Demonstrated ability to perform hands-on hardware and software troubleshooting.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently to identify issues and implement improvements.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a patient, user-friendly approach to end-user support.

Important Note: Apply only if you have valid work authorization in Canada. The Client will not provide any visa sponsorship

Opportunity: One of our Steel Manufacturing Industry clients based out in Orillia, ON is looking for a “Network Administrator” for a full-time opportunity

Job Details:

Position: Network Administrator

Location: Orillia, ON

Position type: Full-time, Onsite

What You'll Do:

• Manage IT Infrastructure: Implement, maintain, and upgrade our network (LAN/WAN/Wi-Fi, switches, routers, firewalls) and data center environment, including vSphere, Windows, and Linux servers.
• Provide Technical Support: Administer workstations, printers, and industrial equipment such as data collection devices and time clocks.
• Ensure System Reliability: Monitor and manage backup and recovery systems for servers, SAN, CCTV, and workstations.
• Support End-Users: Troubleshoot hardware and software issues and assist employees with MS Office Suite and other applications.
• Strategic Growth: Assist with IT development and integration projects to align with our overall business goals.

What We're Looking For:

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in information systems support, with a strong preference for a manufacturing environment .
• A degree in Computer Science or a related field. Professional IT certifications are a plus.
• Expertise in Microsoft Active Directory and network protocols (DNS, DHCP, VPN).
• Demonstrated ability to perform hands-on hardware and software troubleshooting.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently to identify issues and implement improvements.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a patient, user-friendly approach to end-user support.

Important Note: Apply only if you have valid work authorization in Canada. The Client will not provide any visa sponsorship

Opportunity: One of our Steel Manufacturing Industry clients based out in Orillia, ON is looking for a “Network Administrator” for a full-time opportunity

Job Details:

Position: Network Administrator

Location: Orillia, ON

Position type: Full-time, Onsite

What You'll Do:

• Manage IT Infrastructure: Implement, maintain, and upgrade our network (LAN/WAN/Wi-Fi, switches, routers, firewalls) and data center environment, including vSphere, Windows, and Linux servers.
• Provide Technical Support: Administer workstations, printers, and industrial equipment such as data collection devices and time clocks.
• Ensure System Reliability: Monitor and manage backup and recovery systems for servers, SAN, CCTV, and workstations.
• Support End-Users: Troubleshoot hardware and software issues and assist employees with MS Office Suite and other applications.
• Strategic Growth: Assist with IT development and integration projects to align with our overall business goals.

What We're Looking For:

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in information systems support, with a strong preference for a manufacturing environment .
• A degree in Computer Science or a related field. Professional IT certifications are a plus.
• Expertise in Microsoft Active Directory and network protocols (DNS, DHCP, VPN).
• Demonstrated ability to perform hands-on hardware and software troubleshooting.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently to identify issues and implement improvements.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a patient, user-friendly approach to end-user support.

Job Description

IKON Complete Inc. is a Recruitment & Search Firm specializing in identifying, & sourcing top performers for our clientele. Our clients include industry leading organizations who partner with us to be an extension of their HR & Recruitment function.

Position : IT & Network Administrator

Location: Orillia, ON

Pay Rate: $25 - $29 per hour (depending on experience and qualifications)

Industry: Manufacturing / IT Administrator / PC / Network

Employment Term: Fulltime / 1 Year Contract

Roles & Responsibilities :

• Administration, support and maintenance of the computing environment for the organization.
• Conduct systems implementation, administration, maintenance and upgrades of network & network connected.
• Provide support PCs, workstations, CCTV systems, phone and mobile systems, among other
• Assist with development and integration projects.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Experience :

• Post-secondary education in IT or a related field.
• 5 years related IT Administration experience.
• Experience supporting networks in a Microsoft AD environment, including the use of DNS, DHCP, SMTP, and VPN
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office Suite to assist end-users with issues.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal & written.

Notes: We thank all candidates for their time. Please be advised, once the profile is reviewed by our talent team, only those selected to proceed will be contacted to discuss next steps. All applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada at the time of hire.

IKON Complete Inc. is committed to providing accessibility to qualified candidates with disabilities. Requests for accommodation can be made at any time at ikoncomplete.com/accessibility -policy-aoda/

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- Manage and develop the IT network, including telecommunications equipment, servers, and the IT infrastructure.
- Plan and supervise network implementations, migrations, and consolidations, ensuring equipment availability, functional configuration, and overall security.
- Recommend ways to optimize the reliability of the server fleet and reduce operating costs.
- Dedicate a significant portion of activities to identifying and resolving technical issues.
- Apply best practices to foster synergy between development, operations, and security teams.
- Implement DevSecOps approaches to improve the quality of deployed products, particularly through automation processes.
- Install, update, and maintain IT equipment.
- Maintain constant cybersecurity monitoring, detect vulnerabilities, and recommend corrective measures.
- Maintain technical documentation. - Program, configure, and document automated and centralized processes (backups, antivirus, anti-spam, synchronization, electronic transmission, etc.).
- Support the administrative and office support team with day-to-day operations (log auditing, network printer management, access accounts, and messaging).
- Support internal resources in the acquisition, installation, and maintenance of IT hardware and software.
- Develop operating standards and procedures for networking and equipment components.
- Automate deployments, testing, and configuration management processes for the cloud ERP system.
- Collaborate with development teams to implement the processes and tools required for continuous integration and delivery (CI/CD).
- Perform any other related tasks.
- Be available to work outside of normal hours, on-call every other week.

- Hold a bachelor's degree in computer science (or compensate for each missing year of education with two years of relevant experience).
- Have at least seven years of relevant experience, including five in computer network administration within an IT department.
- Master cybersecurity concepts and best practices, including NIST, CIS, and ISO 27000 standards.
- Demonstrate expertise in Microsoft Windows and Linux operating systems.
- Master the Microsoft/Azure ecosystem: Active Directory, GPO, DNS, WINS, SCCM, Intune.
- Have networking expertise: LAN, WAN, VLAN, DMZ, ZTNA.
- Have a good understanding of virtualized system administration with VMWare vSphere.
- Be familiar with relational databases such as MS-SQL and MariaDB.
- Understand enterprise wireless networks (WiFi) and their security mechanisms.
- Proficiency in PowerShell and BAT scripts (asset).
- Knowledge of monitoring tools such as Nagios (asset).
- Knowledge of backup solutions such as Veeam (asset).
- Demonstrate advanced oral and written communication skills in French, and functional proficiency in English.
- Knowledge of the Microsoft Dynamics suite.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Power Platform and Dataverse.
- Analyze complex situations and effectively resolve technical issues.
- Structure information rigorously and manage priorities independently.
- Demonstrate initiative, leadership, and creativity in finding solutions.
- Manage stress and maintain a high level of self-control.
- Maintain positive interpersonal relationships and collaborate effectively in a team.
- Adopt a customer-centric approach.