Giatec

IT Operations Lead

Giatec

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: OttawaCanada

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Salary

💰 CA$75,000 - CA$115,000 per year

Job Level

About the role

  • Serve as the primary IT point of contact for all employees, managing helpdesk tickets, troubleshooting hardware/software issues, and ensuring timely resolution of support requests
  • Administer and maintain core IT infrastructure including Windows/macOS endpoints, cloud services (Microsoft 365, Azure AD/Entra ID), networking equipment, and office A/V systems
  • Manage user accounts, access permissions, and identity lifecycle (onboarding, offboarding, role changes) across all enterprise platforms
  • Maintain hardware inventory, procurement, and asset lifecycle management for laptops, peripherals, and office equipment
  • Monitor system health, uptime, and performance using observability and alerting tools
  • Identify, design, and implement AI-driven automations to eliminate repetitive IT tasks (e.g., automated provisioning, self-service password resets, intelligent ticket routing, AI-powered knowledge bases)
  • Leverage AI and scripting tools (PowerShell, Python, Bash, Power Automate, n8n, or similar) to build workflows that reduce manual intervention and accelerate response times
  • Stay current with AI advancements in IT operations and proactively recommend tools and strategies to leadership
  • Design, implement, and regularly test disaster recovery (DR) and business continuity plans, including backup strategies, failover procedures, and recovery time objectives
  • Manage backup solutions across cloud and on-premises environments, ensuring data integrity and compliance with retention policies
  • Implement and maintain security best practices including endpoint protection, MFA, conditional access policies, vulnerability patching, and security awareness training
  • Conduct periodic security audits and risk assessments, remediating findings and documenting compliance posture
  • Coordinate with external vendors and managed security providers as needed
  • Lead and execute enterprise IT projects such as SaaS platform rollouts, infrastructure migrations, network upgrades, and system integrations
  • Develop, document, and maintain IT policies, procedures, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) that scale with the organization
  • Evaluate new technologies and vendor solutions, preparing business cases and recommendations for leadership
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Product, Sales, and Operations to understand their technology needs and deliver solutions
  • Manage IT budgets, vendor relationships, and software licensing to optimize cost and value

Requirements

  • 5–8 years of experience in IT systems administration, IT operations, or a related technical role
  • Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft 365 administration (Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams, Entra ID/Azure AD)
  • Proficiency in scripting and automation (PowerShell, Python, or Bash) with a proven track record of automating IT workflows
  • Experience with endpoint management tools (Intune, JAMF, or similar MDM solutions)
  • Solid understanding of networking fundamentals (DNS, DHCP, VPN, firewall configuration, TCP/IP)
  • Demonstrated experience designing and testing disaster recovery and backup solutions
  • Familiarity with security frameworks and best practices (CIS benchmarks, NIST, or ISO 27001)
  • Excellent communication skills—able to translate complex technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders
  • Diploma or degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience)
Benefits
  • Competitive company-paid benefits plan
  • Generous professional development budget
  • Volunteer and Life Days that make work/life balance easier to achieve
  • Your birthday off (because we want you to celebrate)
  • RRSP matching program through RBC
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
IT systems administrationMicrosoft 365 administrationPowerShellPythonBashendpoint managementdisaster recoverybackup solutionsnetworking fundamentalssecurity frameworks
Soft Skills
communication skillscollaborationleadershipproblem-solvingproject managementorganizational skillstechnical translationvendor managementbudget managementcross-functional teamwork
Certifications
degree in Information Technologydegree in Computer ScienceCIS benchmarksNISTISO 27001