
Lead Systems Administrator
GSTS
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Remote
Location: Canada
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Salary
💰 CA$90,000 - CA$120,000 per year
Job Level
About the role
- Own the full employee IT lifecycle—from onboarding to offboarding—ensuring new hires are productive on day one and systems remain secure, scalable, and lightweight as the company grows.
- Design, deploy, and evolve cloud and SaaS systems (Azure AD, Intune, Jamf, AWS) with an emphasis on simplicity, automation, and scalability, making judicious trade-offs where necessary.
- Develop and maintain network diagrams, manage firewall configurations, VPN (Fortinet / OpenVPN) and AWS Server setups, and ensure secure and efficient network operations.
- Oversee the configuration and management of security tools, including email security solutions, IDS/IPS, SIEM, Defender, and log management systems.
- Create and implement IT policies and procedures to ensure compliance and efficient operations.
- Provide responsive, solution-oriented support while proactively identifying recurring issues and eliminating root causes through automation or process improvement.
- Manage and deploy system patches and updates to maintain security and functionality across all devices.
Requirements
- Proven experience in IT system administration, with a focus on user account management, system configuration, and network infrastructure.
- Strong knowledge of AWS, Azure Active Directory, SharePoint, Intune for Windows, Jamf for Mac
- Experience with Fortinet firewall management and VPN configuration.
- Proficiency in configuring and managing security tools such as email security solutions, IDS/IPS, SIEM, Defender, and log management systems.
- Familiarity with device imaging and deployment processes.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.
- Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with internal teams and external vendors.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and PTO
- 100% employer-paid health and dental benefits for you and your family
- Annual HSA/FSA allotment
- Access to virtual mental and physical health professionals
- Annual professional development spend
- One-time tech allowance
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
IT system administrationuser account managementsystem configurationnetwork infrastructurecloud systemsSaaS systemsfirewall managementVPN configurationsecurity tools managementdevice imaging
Soft Skills
problem-solvingindependent workcommunicationcollaboration