Job Description
We are looking for an IT System Administrator with 5 - 10 years of related working experience. This is a contract position of up to 10 months. He or she will be responsible for supporting the IT department with maintaining the company’s existing and new IT network infrastructure and web environment.
The ideal candidate must be highly adaptable with a keen eye for prioritizing tasks, have good attention to detail and demonstrate strong communication skills. You will also act as an intermediary between the client and ICON Media staff.
Responsibilities
Duties would include but are not limited to:
- Take ownership of the delivery and design of architecture in collaboration with project implementation activities.
- Maintain and support company’s existing IT network infrastructure & phone system.
- Maintain cloud environment by identifying system requirements; installing upgrades; monitoring system performance.
- Administer windows servers, clients, AD, Office365, Applications, Phone systems & cloud services.
- Collaborate with vendors and 3rd parties on projects involving digital signage implementations.
- Perform backups and recovery operations.
- Provide advanced troubleshooting skills and assistance to end users, liaise with application vendors support when necessary.
- Provide guidance and expertise on system options, risk and champion the proper use of tools and knowledge share/mentor other team members.
- Create & update documentation of knowledge base, standard processes and procedures.
Qualifications
- 5 – 10 years in an architect capacity with experience in designing, roadmap, and proof-of-concepts.
- 5+ years of experience in Microsoft Server Technologies (MS Windows Server, Exchange, Office 365, SharePoint, Email Security Practices, Active Directory, SQL, Windows PowerShell).
- MCP, MCSE, CompTIA & CCNA certified.
- Strong experience in virtualization software such as VMware ESXi (VMware).
- Proven expertise in cloud services – AWS and Azure Cloud administration.
- Advanced knowledge of networking, firewalls, switches, GPO, VPN, SIPs, DID, DNS.
- Knowledge of Fault Tolerant Architecture Design and Disaster Recovery/Business Continuity plans is an asset.
- Familiarity with IT security standards (e.g. ISO/IEC 27001).
- Knowledge in Cyber Security and compliance is an asset.
- Automation and scripting with PowerShell is an asset.
Extra Duties
- Provide vacation coverage for the department as needed.
- Other duties as assigned.
ABOUT ICON
ICON is a full-service organization with a 120,000 square foot state-of-the-art production facility based in Markham, Ontario. With additional offices based in Toronto, New York, and Montreal, we are unmatched in terms of technology, production capabilities, and product diversity, serviced by the most experienced and knowledgeable team of display graphics, digital signage, video production, and print professionals in the business. ICON’s reputation for reliability, quality workmanship, professionalism, and customer service is well earned and reflected by the trust and loyalty of clients we serve.
As a multi-faceted visual communications media company, we serve our clients’ needs of transforming spaces in retail, out-of-home advertising, digital, corporate/event marketing, hospitality, and consumer packaged goods (CPG) industries. Our company name represents strength and innovation, both of which are necessary for growth and success within our respective industries. Within ICON we have two divisions – ICON Media and ICON Visual; these divisions support the commitment we give to our clients to continue being leaders in All Things Visual!
We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. ICON Media is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.
ICON is a supporter of AODA (Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act). Accommodation will be provided to all applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process. Please include a summary of the accommodation required in your application email.
Pay: $40.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Markham, ON L3R 5G2: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- IT Systems: 5 years (required)
- Microsoft Server Technologies: 5 years (required)
Work Location: In person
