System Administrator

Time Allocation of Duties:

• 30% of the time working on Server Monitoring and Server Application Maintenance
• 30% of the time working on Backup Strategy (onsite and offsite) plus SQL and Source Code Maintenance
• 40% of the time working on Build Deployments, UAT, upgrading of hosted server system and automating all of these procedures

• Manage the deployment, monitoring, maintenance, development, upgrade and support of IT systems, including networks, servers (onsite and offsite), computers, operating systems, hardware, software and peripherals
• Benchmark, analyze, report and make recommendations for the improvement and growth of the IT infrastructure and IT systems
• Manage security aspects of the IT Department, including audits, vulnerability tests, compliance data gathering and other security related tasks as appropriate
• Develop and implement all IT policies and procedures, including those for architecture, security, disaster recovery, standards and purchasing
• Establish and maintain regular written and in-person communications with the organization's executives regarding pertinent IT activities
• Work with stakeholders to define business and systems requirements for new technology implementations

• Relevant post‑secondary diploma or degree
• Minimum 3 years experience as a System Administrator
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, must be able to work with all levels of employees
• Strong ability to think outside of the box and solve problems/ issues/ challenges quickly
• Advanced oral and written skills, must be able to present in technical and non‑technical language
• Knowledge of web page design and implementation, graphics and social media programs a plus