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Position:              Senior IT Systems Administrator

                              One (1) Full-Time Permanent Position

Reporting to the IT Manager, the Senior IT Systems Administrator acts as escalation for all technical issues, and troubleshoots technical problems with minimal disruption to everyday business activities.  While participating in the planning, implementation and making improvements to the existing IT infrastructure, the incumbent trains and mentors junior staff in the IT department. The work must have a high degree of accuracy, and requires attention to detail. Providing creative solutions to problems, the incumbent must effectively communicate complex ideas to others. 

Key Responsibilities:

·        Provide advanced level support of Active Directory and Azure environments.

·        Implement and support IT security throughout enterprise.

·        Implement and support Network including firewalls and wifi throughout enterprise.

·        Implement and support servers and enterprise storage including backups.

·        Provides Mentor and provide escalation support for IT Team.

·        Assist with design and documentation for IT department.

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education in a Computer Science program.
• 10 years’ progressive experience in complex IT environments.

·        Demonstrated knowledge of Active Directory, Exchange, Office 365, and Virtualization.

·        Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE), Cisco CCNA, and VMWare Certifications an asset.

·        Knowledge and experience with security compliance and assessments/audits.

• A valid driver’s license.
• Demonstrated understanding and respect for Indigenous culture.
• Ability to speak Cree or Dene languages an asset.

Working Conditions:

·        Fast-paced, community-based child welfare working environment.

·        Independent work.

·        Access to sensitive information for which confidentiality must be maintained.

·        Maintain satisfactory Criminal Record, Child Abuse Registry and Prior Contact checks prior to beginning work and throughout employment as requested.

·        Overtime required.

·        Overnight, and remote travel required.

Salary:   Awasis Agency offers a competitive salary and employee benefit package.  Salary will commensurate with education and experience

Closing Date: Friday, May 10, 2024

Awasis Agency provides service to Indigenous children and families, therefore preference will be given to Indigenous applicants. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify. Individuals interested in this challenging opportunity please reference Competition Number 2024-037 on your resume/cover letter and include it in the subject line of your email, in confidence to:

Human Resources Department

Awasis Agency of Northern Manitoba

Competition #2024-037

315 McGee Street

Winnipeg, MB   R3G 1M7

Fax: 204-790-4455

Email:  hr@awasisagency.ca

We thank all applicants who apply, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process.