Competition No.:
514
Hours Per Week:
Full Time
Close Date:
n/a
Remuneration:
$155,000 TO $165,000 PER YEAR
Location:
TECHNICAL SERVICES
Instructions:
Online/via email
Yellowknife Education District No. 1 invites applications for the following position:
Chief Information Officer/Senior Network Administrator
Full Time (100% FTE)
Indeterminate
Beginning August 1, 2026
The CIO/SNA is the district’s senior technology leader, accountable for the strategic direction, governance, and operational management of all information and communications technology services. The role bridges organizational leadership and hands-on technical administration, ensuring that technology investments support the district’s educational mission and operational priorities. The CIO/SNA advises the Superintendent and senior management team, leads a small team of technology support staff, and carries full accountability for the reliability, security, and continuous improvement of the district’s technology environment.
Yellowknife District Education Authority serves students across multiple schools in the Northwest Territories. The CIO/SNA role combines strategic IT leadership with senior technical administration, reflecting both the depth of expertise required and the staffing realities of a remote northern district. The district operates a dual-platform environment: Microsoft 365 A3 Education for business operations and administration, and Google Workspace for Education for classroom instruction and email services.
Required Qualifications and Experience
Post-secondary education in information technology, computer science, network administration, or a related field; equivalent combination of education and experience considered.
Direct administration experience with Microsoft 365 (Teams, SharePoint, Intune, Entra ID) and Google Workspace for Education.
Demonstrated knowledge of network security, including firewall administration, intrusion detection and prevention, endpoint protection, and incident response.
Preferred Qualifications and Experience
Professional certifications (e.g., CCNA, Microsoft certifications, ITIL, CompTIA Network+, CISSP).
Working Conditions
This position is based in Yellowknife and requires travel to district school sites. Occasional after-hours availability for critical incidents or planned maintenance is expected. The role operates in a remote northern context with supply chain, contractor, and connectivity considerations distinct from southern urban environments.
Interested candidates are invited to submit their cover letter, resume, and the names and phone numbers of three (3) references to Landon Kowalzik, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources, at [email protected]. This post will open until the position is successfully filled.
Only those applicants short-listed for an interview will be contacted.
All YK1 Employees are required to undergo a CRC/Vulnerable Sector Check.
Required Certificates :
- Attach Resume & Cover letter
- Vulnerable Sector Check
Required Education and Training :
Preferred Education and Training :
