Technology | Network & Systems Administrator - FT

Network & Systems Administrator

Tecnet – Innovating IT Solutions Since 1974

About Us
Tecnet is Canada’s longest-standing IT services provider, offering a wide range of solutions, including hardware, software, networking, and both physical and cyber security. With major hubs in Victoria and Vancouver, and over 35 Authorized Service Centres (ASC) across British Columbia, we’re committed to supporting communities across urban and rural areas with high-quality IT solutions.
Learn more about us at www.tecnet.ca.

The Role
Reporting to the Manager of Technical Services, the Network & Systems Administrator plays a key role in maintaining, implementing, and supporting a secure and reliable IT infrastructure across both on-premises and cloud environments. This position serves as a technical expert in the administration of complex systems and enterprise services.

If you're someone who thrives in dynamic environments, enjoys solving infrastructure challenges, and values continuous innovation, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

We are looking for a Network & Systems Administrator to join our Victoria and Burnaby office.

Why Work with Us?

• Legacy of Excellence: Be part of a company with over 50 years of experience and a trusted reputation in the IT services industry.
• Career Development: We prioritize your professional growth with opportunities for training, certifications, and skill development.
• Diverse Challenges: Work on a wide variety of projects and solve unique technical challenges for a diverse range of clients.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible hours, a supportive team culture, and a healthy balance between your work and personal life.

Schedule
This is a full-time permanent position with 8-hour shifts from Monday – Friday, for a total of 40 hrs weekly.

What We Offer
Competitive Salary:

• $60,000.00–$85,000.00 per year. Salary to commensurate with experience.

High Value Benefits:

• Extended Health Care
• Dental & Vision Care
• RRSP
• Paid Time Off
• On-Site Parking

Benefits begin following 6 months of continuous employment.

What You’ll Do

Infrastructure & Systems Management

• Develop, deploy, and maintain secure and reliable infrastructure environments (physical, cloud, and virtual).
• Conduct system patching, upgrades, and performance tuning to optimize stability, security, and availability.
• Ensure datacenter and cloud operating environments remain within defined performance and availability parameters.
• Perform daily monitoring of critical systems and verify successful completion of scheduled jobs.

Monitoring & Troubleshooting

• Proactively monitor systems and respond to alerts from Auvik, Barracuda RMM, and related tools.
• Analyze feasibility of system requirements, develop system specifications, and implement improvements.
• Respond to and remediate issues identified by monitoring tools.

Endpoint & Device Management

• Configure and administer endpoint management and mobile device management solutions including Microsoft Intune, Autopilot, and Jamf.

Backup & Disaster Recovery

• Implement and maintain backup and disaster recovery solutions (Datto, Veeam, Azure Backup).
• Perform regular testing to ensure recoverability.

Networking & Virtualization

• Administer networking equipment (Fortinet, Meraki, SonicWall, and others) to maintain secure and optimized connectivity.
• Manage and support virtualization platforms (Hyper-V, VMware, Proxmox).

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain documentation of guidelines, procedures, and system configurations in line with company standards.
• Ensure infrastructure compliance with security, availability, and performance standards, including applicable regulations.

Collaboration & Innovation

• Collaborate with vendors and service providers to implement solutions and resolve incidents.
• Participate in research and technical development initiatives to drive continuous innovation.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

What We’re Looking For

Experience & Education

• 5+ years of IT infrastructure administration experience, preferably in a Managed Services Provider (MSP) or enterprise environment.
• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent preferred.

Technical Skills

• Strong background in Windows Server, Active Directory, and networking (firewalls, VPN, routing, switching).
• Demonstrated experience with cloud platforms (Microsoft Azure, AWS) and hybrid integrations.
• Experience with endpoint management and MDM solutions (Intune, Autopilot, Jamf, or equivalent).
• Proficient with backup and disaster recovery technologies (Datto, Veeam, Azure Backup).
• Hands-on knowledge of virtualization platforms (Hyper-V, VMware, Proxmox).

Certifications

• Relevant certifications (e.g., Microsoft, VMware, AWS, Veeam, Fortinet, ITIL) considered strong assets.

Soft Skills & Mindset

• Excellent communication, documentation, and problem-solving skills with a service-oriented mindset.
• Demonstrates initiative, adaptability, and responsiveness in supporting dynamic IT environments.

Thanks for applying! While we appreciate every application, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent