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Senior Specialist, Systems Administration

Montreal, Canada

Job ID 20133
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L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing diverse, high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor in the defense industry. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

9/80 work schedule available for most U.S. and Canada employees, effective October 24, 2022.

About your next challenge as Senior Specialist, Systems Administration (IT System Administrator) :

The IT System Administrator will be actively involved in supporting, maintaining, troubleshooting, monitoring and administrating the Windows server infrastructure. To be successful in this position, they must display excellent teamwork skills, technical, written and oral communication skills, and ability to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment. The candidate must have in depth knowledge of Windows server and virtual technology. The candidate will also be responsible for capacity, storage planning and ensuring infrastructure data backups are completed and any issues resolved. Troubleshooting and resolving issues reported via Service Desk is required. The candidate will be reporting to the IT Infrastructure and Security Manager.

What you will do:

  • Setup, oversee and support the windows server environment;
  • Responsible for the maintenance, configuration, and reliable operation of computer systems, network servers, and virtualization;
  • Troubleshoot Windows server and other infrastructure problems;
  • Work with IT and business management on capacity planning;
  • Work with IT and business management to procure, test and roll out new servers, software tools and processes;
  • Work with IT and business management to provision for storage needs;
  • Perform or delegate regular backup operations and implement appropriate processes for data protection, disaster recovery, and failover procedures;
  • Apply OS patches and upgrades on a regular basis via automated deployment tools;
  • Responsible to conduct research and recommend technology and future trends;
  • Develop, document, and maintain operational, configuration, or other procedures;
  • Ensure the integrity and security of enterprise data on host servers, multiple databases in accordance to business needs and industry best-practices regarding privacy, security, and regulatory compliance.

Required Skills and Experiences:

  • Experienced working knowledge of configuring, deploying and maintaining Windows server operating systems;
  • Advanced knowledge of computer hardware technology;
  • Knowledge of modern server architectures and best practices;
  • Experienced in Exchange and Active directory;
  • Experienced in VMware, Nutanix;
  • Ability to work independently and manage own time.

Preferred additional skills

  • Working knowledge of SCCM, Big fix, WSUS;
  • Working knowledge of VMWare vCenter for VM management;
  • Working Knowledge of PowerShell, Cohesity, Commvault, Linux.

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Must be eligible for registration with the Controlled Goods Program;
  • Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a government of Canada Reliability status and Secret Level 2/NATO Secret security clearance.

L3Harris is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to treating all of its employees and job applicants with respect and dignity and to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination. Anyone applying for a position will be considered without regard to the following: race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, nationality, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, genetic characteristics, disability, citizenship status, or conviction for an offence for which a pardon has been granted or in respect of which a record suspension has been ordered, or any other characteristic that is protected by applicable human rights legislation.

L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug and alcohol testing and background checks, in accordance with applicable law. Such results are only accessible and viewed by individuals at L3Harris who have direct responsibility in the hiring process. If you fail to report for a drug and alcohol test, refuse to undergo such test or test positive for the presence of drugs or alcohol, the hiring process may be concluded or your offer of employment may be rescinded, in L3Harris’ sole discretion.

L3Harris performs background checks prior to employment as all applicants must be eligible for registration with the Controlled Goods Program and obtain and maintain a positive security assessment. Some positions may require a government of Canada “Reliability” status and/or Level 2 (Secret) security clearance. In addition, L3Harris performs pre-employment substance abuse testing where required.

At L3Harris, we foster an inclusive, equitable and diverse workplace. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. For applicants with disabilities, we will provide you with accommodation so that you have what you need in order to be at your best.

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