NETWORK AND SYSTEMS SPECIALIST

Job ID: 4011
Location:Barrie, ON, CA
Date: Feb 4, 2025
Prodomax Automation Ltd. is currently seeking a Network and Systems Specialist to join our team.
Located in Barrie, Ontario, Prodomax is a specialized industrial engineering firm focused on designing complex automation with a blue-chip customer base since 1971. Operating from two facilities totaling 200,000 square feet with 200+ employees; we are ISO 9001:2015 certified.
Our employees love arts and crafts, are mountain bikers, gardeners, travel enthusiasts, skiers, golfers, runners, bakers and chefs, dancers, video game heroes, music lovers and musicians, community volunteers, hikers, automobile enthusiasts, fitness enthusiasts, sportspeople, TV & potato chip experts.
We are a diverse and inclusive work culture - everyone is welcome!

JOB SUMMARY:

The Network and Systems Specialist oversees the day-to-day operation of the computer network, including hardware/software support. This individual will be responsible for installing, maintaining and upgrading the computer and server systems, including user hardware and software support. This position will report to the (Information Technology) IT Manager and the Chief Financial Officer

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• Post-Secondary Degree in Computer Science or equivalent
• Minimum five years related system and network administration experience
• VMware VCenter 7
• Dell and Cisco Switches
• SonicWALL NSA series
• Meraki Access Points and MX
• Microsoft SCCM
• VMware Horizon and HP Thin Clients
• Bitdefender Gravity Zone antivirus
• Windows systems operations and administration, active directory, DNS, DHCP
• Network protocols and technologies, data communication fundamentals and operation
• Knowledge of Virtualization Environments, Microsoft Environments, Active Directory and Windows Server
• Design and implementation of IT Infrastructure systems for new and existing sites
• Knowledge of TCP/IP Network Protocols
• Knowledge of Firewall Management
• Programming Skills
• Relational Databases (Microsoft SQL, MYSQL)
• AWS – EC2, S3, IAM, Cloudwatch, etc.
• MS Exchange
• Experience on Azure, O365
• Veeam, Arcserves backup solutions
• Mobile device management tools
• UNIX Based Systems;
• Oracle
• Monitoring systems PRTG
• Storage Systems DELL EMC, Compellent and Lenovo Storwize
• Manage competing priorities
• Understand the significance of quality control and disciplined processes
• Possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, disciplined approach to work
• Work well under pressure in a constantly changing environment
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate a high level of activity under a variety of conditions and constraints
• Excellent conflict resolutions skills
• High energy and the flexibility to perform under short time constraints to meet deadlines
• Possess strong work ethic and positive team attitude

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• English language

• Install, configure, and maintain server hardware, software, and infrastructure services in accordance with best practices
• Perform application upgrades and testing
• Investigate and troubleshoot issues
• Monitor servers and applications for stability and take proactive measures to prevent issues
• Diagnose and troubleshoot network, hardware and software issues
• Execute network security measures to protect data, software and hardware, and educate employees on risks and precautions
• Assist ERP team - copy databases, create users
• Provide internal and external customers with timely technical support and guidance
• Repair and recover from system or software failures
• Provide support for data management, backups, disaster recovery, and business continuity
• Create and maintain documentation for all infrastructure technology
• Coordinate and participate in managing the enterprise directory services and integration of new acquisitions
• Assist in design and security features of server room
• Exemplify the company’s PSI’s, work ethic and commitment to service excellence in all activities and in interactions with other departments
• Interface with external vendors/contractors
• Participate in corporate IT projects and team work with both regional and HQ IT colleagues
• Other duties as required.