We are looking for an experienced Microsoft Systems Administrator to join our team in Hamilton, Ontario. As part of this contract position, you will play a pivotal role in managing and maintaining key Microsoft technologies to ensure seamless operations. This is an opportunity to apply your technical expertise in a dynamic environment within the local government sector.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee the administration and maintenance of Active Directory environments, including tasks such as user provisioning, group policies, and domain services.<br>• Manage Microsoft Exchange environments, including mailbox configurations, troubleshooting, and hybrid setups.<br>• Configure and operate System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM) to manage software packaging, updates, and endpoint lifecycle.<br>• Implement and manage Intune for device and application management, compliance policies, and security baselines.<br>• Diagnose and resolve technical issues across Active Directory, Exchange, SCCM, and Intune systems.<br>• Collaborate with security teams to enforce endpoint security policies and conditional access measures.<br>• Develop and update technical documentation, operational guides, and standard procedures.<br>• Support system upgrades, migrations, and integration projects involving Microsoft technologies.<br>• Monitor system performance and capacity, addressing issues proactively to maintain optimal functionality.<br>• Provide escalation support and share knowledge with less experienced team members to enhance team capabilities.
<p>We are looking for an experienced IT Director to oversee and guide the strategic development of our organization's core technology infrastructure. This role requires a visionary leader capable of ensuring the reliability, scalability, and security of systems spanning data centres, cloud platforms, networks, and enterprise applications. The successful candidate will play a vital role in aligning technological strategies with organizational goals while fostering collaboration across teams and maintaining vendor relationships.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Strategic Leadership:</strong> Provide direction for the IT Infrastructure and ISO teams, collaborating with senior leadership to design and implement infrastructure strategies that drive business growth, operational excellence, and digital transformation.</li><li><strong>Team Development:</strong> Lead, mentor, and support IT Infrastructure personnel, including network engineers, system administrators, service desk staff, and cybersecurity specialists.</li><li><strong>Systems Management:</strong> Ensure the reliability, availability, and optimal performance of all IT systems, including servers, storage solutions, and cloud environments.</li><li><strong>Project Execution:</strong> Manage infrastructure projects from initiation through completion, overseeing budgets, timelines, and resource allocation.</li><li><strong>Vendor Management:</strong> Build and maintain strong relationships with external service providers, technology vendors, and consultants.</li><li><strong>Cybersecurity & Compliance:</strong> Enforce comprehensive security protocols and ensure adherence to relevant industry standards and regulatory requirements.</li><li><strong>Business Continuity:</strong> Develop and maintain disaster recovery and business continuity plans to safeguard operations against system outages or cyber threats.</li><li><strong>Technical Expertise:</strong> Demonstrate a deep understanding of information systems, network and system architectures, ERP platforms, and system integrations (including APIs).</li><li><strong>Needs Analysis & Procurement:</strong> Evaluate departmental requirements and business documentation to identify technology needs and procure cost-effective hardware and software solutions.</li><li><strong>Financial Oversight:</strong> Manage operating and capital expenditures related to infrastructure planning, design, and execution—including staffing, technologies, and partnerships.</li><li><strong>Site Support:</strong> Travel to various locations to support infrastructure build-outs and assist with client or vendor audits.</li><li><strong>Process Improvement:</strong> Develop and implement strategies to enhance productivity and streamline processes to meet or exceed company performance targets.</li><li><strong>Performance Management:</strong> Guide and evaluate team members to foster growth and talent development.</li><li><strong>Culture & Engagement:</strong> Promote company core values and initiatives to inspire and engage employees.</li><li><strong>Additional Duties:</strong> Perform other responsibilities as assigned.</li></ul>
We are looking for an experienced Implementation Specialist to join our team on a contract basis in Whitby, Ontario. In this role, you will apply your expertise in VMware NSX and vDefend Security to deliver advanced solutions for non-profit organizations. If you are passionate about designing secure, scalable network systems and driving innovation through technology, this may be the perfect opportunity.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Develop and implement distributed and gateway firewall policies to enhance organizational security.<br>• Design and execute micro-segmentation and zero-trust strategies to protect sensitive data.<br>• Integrate service insertion processes and threat prevention measures within VMware environments.<br>• Create and manage inventory groups and tags to streamline network operations.<br>• Facilitate policy migration and ensure seamless transition to updated security protocols.<br>• Produce comprehensive operational runbooks to guide ongoing system management.<br>• Provide expert consulting on VMware NSX and vDefend Security technologies.<br>• Offer training sessions to empower teams with the skills to manage and maintain secure systems.<br>• Collaborate with stakeholders to align security strategies with organizational goals.<br>• Utilize tools such as Atlassian Jira and Cisco technologies to support project planning and execution.
