JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Senior IT System Engineer will be at the forefront of driving innovation in the company’s Windows infrastructure. This individual will optimize and secure critical systems, collaborate on the technological roadmap, and implement cutting-edge technologies aligned with market trends. The role involves improving the current infrastructure, automating operations, and enhancing performance through expertise in Windows server systems, automation, and containerization. The Senior IT System Engineer will develop robust security and recovery strategies while integrating new solutions to meet industry standards.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

• Good level of both written and spoken English and French.

• Manage and maintain both Windows Server and Linux operating systems.
• Oversee Active Directory and group policy administration.
• Implement and manage virtualization solutions using VMware.
• Configure and manage Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) and SSL/TLS protocols.
• Design and implement network protocols and configurations, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and VLANs.
• Evaluate, implement, and manage storage solutions (SAN, NAS) and enforce data management principles.
• Deploy and manage cloud services (AWS, Azure) and design cloud architectures in hybrid environments.
• Utilize Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, AWS CloudFormation, or Azure Resource Manager Templates for infrastructure deployment.
• Plan, develop, and implement disaster recovery and business continuity strategies.
• Implement and manage modern backup technologies and strategies, including cloud-based and off-site solutions.
• Provide database administration support, specifically for SQL-based systems.
• Set up, configure, and maintain performance monitoring tools using systems like Nagios, Zabbix, Prometheus, or Splunk.
• Develop and maintain scripts for automation tasks using PowerShell, Bash, or Python.
• Utilize automation and configuration management tools where necessary.
• Manage containerization and orchestration technologies, particularly with Docker and Kubernetes.
• Troubleshoot complex technical issues effectively and provide resolutions.
• Communicate and collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders effectively.
• Maintain and update relevant IT certifications to uphold industry standards and best practices.
• Design operational documentation and procedures.