Staples Canada

Systems Administrator

Staples Canada$75K — $95K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/IT or related field or 5+ years of equivalent IT experience.
  • 5+ years in a professional server/systems administration role.
  • 5+ years of experience with virtualized environments.
  • Strong understanding of HPE Synergy-series and DL-series servers, as well as 3PAR storage systems.
  • Experience with IIS, SFTP, FTP, Infoblox/DNS, SSL Certificates, and Splunk.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

  • Design, implement, and maintain Data Centre equipment including servers, storage, and network switches.
  • Travel to Data Centers for implementation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
  • Build and maintain Windows and Linux virtual and physical servers.
  • Manage and monitor virtual environments using VMware vCenter.
  • Handle Active Directory, Microsoft 365, and DNS management using Infoblox.
  • Build and manage Cloud VMs and resources.
  • Implement and maintain various file share and web services.
  • Automate processes using PowerShell and other technologies.
  • Provide escalation-level support and on-call support on a rotational basis.

Benefits

  • Associate discount
  • Health and Dental benefits
  • RRSP/DPSP
  • Performance bonuses
  • Learning & Development programs
  • And more...
Full Job Description
Job Description

Some of what you will do:

Systems Administrator is a Senior position. The recipient will be responsible for high availability and continuity of technology and infrastructure in multiple Data Centers across Canada.
The recipient will have extensive experience in implementing, maintaining and supporting Windows and Linux servers, provisioning storage, and interconnectivity of all Data Centre systems.
The recipient will have strong communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills as well as be able to adapt to changing, fast-paced and high-pressure work environment.

Specifically, You Will:
  • Design, implement and maintain Data Centre equipment including, but not limited to, servers, storage, network switches, and vendor appliances.
  • Travel as required to Data Centers to implement, maintain and troubleshoot the environment.
  • Build and maintain virtual and physical servers on Windows and Linux platforms.
  • Manage and monitor virtual environment using VMware vCenter.
  • Create/modify/delete objects and resources in Active Directory, Microsoft 365, DNS management using Infoblox or similar technology/services and Group Policy Objects.
  • Build and manage Cloud VM's and resources.
  • Implement and maintain file share services, web services, SFTP/FTP services, SSL certificates.
  • Automate and streamline processes using PowerShell, Command Shell and other languages and technologies.
  • Provide escalation level support to Help Desk and other departments.
  • On-call/after-hours support duties on a rotational basis amongst the team.


Some of what you need:
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/IT or a related field of study and/or 5 + years of equivalent IT working experience.
  • Minimum of 5 years' experience in a professional server/systems administration role.
  • Minimum of 5 years' experience supporting virtualized environments.
  • Must have a drive to continually improve and a passion for evolving technology
  • HPE Synergy-series blades and chassis, DL-series rack-mount servers, 3PAR storage and knowledge/experience with other comparable brands.
  • IIS, SFTP, FTP, InfoBlox/DNS, SSL Certificates and Splunk.
  • Ability to work effectively, both independently or as a team member.
  • Excellent interpersonal and customer services skills.

Physical demands/working conditions:

Office environment - Hybrid, with 4 days onsite in Richmond Hill, subject to the hybrid policy.

Some of what you will get:
  • Associate discount
  • Health and Dental benefits
  • RRSP/DPSP
  • Performance bonuses
  • Learning & Development programs
  • And more...


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About Staples Canada

Staples Canada is a retailer of office supplies, furniture, and technology products. The company operates more than 300 stores across Canada and offers a range of products, including office supplies, electronics, furniture, and printing services. Staples Canada was founded in 1991 and is headquartered in Richmond Hill, Ontario.
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