System Administrator

Location: Canada (On-site)

Language: Excellent written and verbal English communication skills required.

Permanent Opportunity

About the Opportunity
Join an international organization dedicated to strengthening the global fight against money laundering and terrorist financing. Supporting a network of Financial Intelligence Units across the world, you will play a critical role in maintaining secure, reliable, and resilient technology environments that enable meaningful international collaboration.

This is an opportunity to work in a collaborative, mission-driven environment where your technical expertise will have a direct impact on operational excellence and information security. You'll work alongside internal stakeholders and external vendors to continuously improve infrastructure, strengthen cybersecurity, and deliver exceptional IT support.

What’s In It for You
• Competitive salary of $75,000 to $85,000 annually
• Up to 6% annual bonus
• 10% pension contribution
• 20 vacation days in your first year, increasing to 25 days starting in year two
• Comprehensive health, life, and long-term disability benefits
• Annual cost of living adjustment, where applicable
• The opportunity to contribute to meaningful global initiatives while working in a collaborative, people-focused environment

Your Responsibilities
• You’ll administer and maintain Microsoft 365, Microsoft Intune, Microsoft Azure, servers, firewalls, network infrastructure, and cloud services.
• You’ll monitor system performance, implement upgrades, perform backups, and support disaster recovery activities.
• You’ll strengthen IT security through access controls, endpoint protection, VPNs, firewalls, and cloud security best practices.
• You’ll provide advanced technical support for infrastructure, Microsoft services, networking, and end-user devices.
• You’ll collaborate with vendors, recommend infrastructure improvements, and maintain technical documentation, policies, and procedures.

Skills and Qualifications
• 3+ years of progressive experience in systems administration or IT infrastructure support.
• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft 365, Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Intune, Entra, DHCP/DNS, backup solutions, servers, firewalls, and network switches.
• Experience supporting IT security, PKI infrastructure, Microsoft Purview, and Microsoft Identity Protection.
• Strong understanding of cloud computing, system vulnerabilities, and cybersecurity best practices.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder support skills.
• Flexibility to provide occasional after-hours support for meetings, conferences, or critical IT issues.

Note from the Hiring Manager
"We're looking for someone who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, takes pride in building secure and reliable systems, and is always looking for opportunities to improve the technology experience for others."

Why Partner with Altis
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We appreciate the time and effort all applicants invest in their submissions. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for this role will be contacted directly. However, your profile will remain under consideration for future opportunities that align with your experience and career goals. All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.