IT Supervisor

Halifax Regional Centre for Education (HRCE)

Supervisor of Information Technology responsible for technical and computer-related information systems at South Shore Regional Centre for Education. Involves managing network security, systems maintenance, and collaborating with staff.

Posted 7/29/2026full-time🇨🇦 CanadaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in network administration and system maintenance, with a focus on security, backup, and recovery processes. Proficient in managing hardware and software systems, ensuring operational efficiency and compliance with safety regulations.

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Network AdministrationWindows/Linux Server EnvironmentVirtual Server InstallationCompTIA Security+ CertificationEmail System Administration

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Hard Skills

Technical Information SystemsHardware InstallationSoftware DocumentationIntrusion DetectionBackup and Restore FunctionsVPN ConfigurationContent Management SystemsDisaster Recovery PlanningSystem Usage ExpertisePhysical and Logical Security

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingTimely ResponseCollaborationCommunicationProfessional Development

Tools & Technologies

ServersDesktopsLaptopsHandheld Wireless DevicesAccess PointsWordPressGoogle Sites

Certifications & Qualifications

Degree in TechnologyLinux CertificationMCPMCITPCCA

Industry Keywords

Occupational Health and Safety ActTechnology CentreRegional Office DataPSS/Ops Technology Team

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

LinuxWordPress

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Implements and maintains technical and computer-related information systems used by staff in the South Shore Regional Centre for Education office, and bus garages.
Developing, testing, installing and providing documentation for the various hardware devices (servers, desktops, laptops, handheld wireless devices of all types and access points etc.) and software applications used in the SSRCE office environment.
Installing and maintaining virtual servers as required.
Maintaining physical and logical security of hardware and software including proactive intrusion detection and prevention.
Maintaining network function and service.
Performing secure backup and restore functions for all Regional office data.
Maintaining communication and consistency in practice with the Technology Centre.
Responding to problem reports, machine crashes, support requests, hardware failures and power outages in a timely manner.
Maintaining systems to be able to respond to these problems within timelines as determined in disaster recovery guidelines.
Leading and providing expertise in system usage to the office staff.
Maintaining password and group files, VPN and network configurations.
Participating in professional development activities to remain current and knowledgeable of new developments.
Actively participating in regional PSS/Ops technology team meetings.
Complies with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations.
Other duties as assigned from time-to-time.

Requirements

What you’ll need

A degree, diploma or certification in technology.
Three years of relevant work experience in a network administration position or Windows/Linux server environment
Linux certification would be an asset
Email system administration an asset
Experience with content management systems Wordpress and Google Sites an asset
Certifications such as MCP, MCITP, CCA CompTIA Security+ considered an asset

Benefits

Comp & perks

Professional development activities to remain current and knowledgeable of new developments
Flexible work schedule as required