JOB SUMMARY

GBS Technologies is an independently owned and operated Wireless & IT Solutions Company. We have partnered with industry leaders to help us become one of the fastest-growing TELUS dealers in the country. With currently 24 retail locations across Atlantic Canada, we’ve been in business for 20+ years and every bit of our success has been because of our people and the passion they bring to our customers every day. We have a large mobile workforce and try to promote a sustainable work/life balance within our company in an industry that makes it very easy to be in contact with everything, anytime and everywhere. Our Company has over 100 employees and we are still growing. We have been recognized as a top dealer from TELUS for several years running and we have a Business Excellence Certified sales force.
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Systems Administrator to join our dynamic IT team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in system administration, IT infrastructure, and systems engineering. This role involves designing, implementing, and managing complex systems to ensure optimal performance and security. The Senior Systems Administrator will work closely with cross-functional teams to support service-oriented architecture and develop innovative solutions that align with business objectives.

SKILLS

• 5+ years of experience in system administration with a focus on Microsoft technologies
• Proficient in system administration with a strong understanding of IT infrastructure.
• Proven experience with Microsoft server and Azure services, including VMs, AVD, Azure AD, and networking.
• Strong knowledge of Windows Server, DNS, DHCP, and Group Policy.
• Familiarity with backup and recovery software and methodologies
• Familiarity with Intune, Endpoint Manager, and Microsoft Defender for Cloud is a plus.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment while managing multiple projects simultaneously.
  Join our team where you can leverage your expertise in systems administration to drive innovation and enhance our IT capabilities. We look forward to your application!
  Job Type: Permanent
  Pay: From $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Store discount
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision care

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)

Location:

• Halifax, NS (B3N) (required)

Work Location: In perso

• Knowledge or Experience in Systems; Active Directory (AD), Server OS (Windows/Linux),
• Administer and maintain Azure infrastructure, including virtual machines, networking, and storage.
• Deploy, configure, and manage Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) environments.
• Manage the Azure platform using Nerdio orchestrator.
• Architect and deploy M365 solutions, including Teams, SharePoint Online, OneDrive, Exchange Online, and Power Platform applications, tailored to business requirements.
• Design and implement solution architecture for various IT projects.
• Ensure information security best practices are followed across all systems.
• Conduct system design reviews and provide recommendations for improvements based on industry standards.