UTemp is hiring!
UTemp is the University of Toronto's short-term staffing service. We pride ourselves on the high number of UTemp employees who are able to make the transition from short-term casual employment to appointed positions within the University of Toronto.
The UTemp team handles each project with a unique hands-on approach to ensure we find the best candidate for the job. We strive to create long-lasting and successful relationships by finding individuals with strong professional office skills and work ethic.
Your responsibilities will include: Configuring system applications according to needs
Creating complex and technical documentation and user support guides
Troubleshooting and resolving system, network and/or server problems
Conducting preventative maintenance on computing systems
Liaising with technical specialists to resolve end-user issues
Planning and implementing components of IT-related projects
Executing security measures for network devices and introducing variations as required
Keeping well-informed on current technologies, best practices and industry standards
Essential Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum 5 years of recent experience with server, network, and system administration, support, and troubleshooting in a heterogeneous computing environment.
Demonstrated experience and solid understanding of endpoint management administration using platforms such as MS Intune, SCCM and KACE.




Demonstrated experience and solid understanding of administering Active Directory, DNS and DHCP.
Demonstrated experience and solid understanding of Unix/Linux (Ubuntu), Windows (11 and Server 2019/2022/2025), and Apple OS/X operating systems, server and workstations; virtualized servers (VSphere, VMware).
Demonstrated experience and solid understanding of deploying, configuring, and maintaining networking infrastructure and security, including firewalls (PaloAlto), and switches.
Solid Linux/UNIX shell, Windows (such as Bash and PowerShell) scripting skills.
Strong knowledge of networking concepts such as TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN, and VLANs.
Strong knowledge of applying digital certificates, managing vulnerabilities, endpoint security, patch management, system monitoring, and backup/recovery practices.
Strong knowledge of Microsoft SharePoint site and site collection administration.
Positive knowledge of current cybersecurity principles and best practices.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and a demonstrated ability to continually learn on-the-job, and on own initiative, to keep current with rapid changes in a highly dynamic department.




Strong commitment to high-quality service and ability to exercise good judgment, discretion, and tact while remaining calm under pressure.
Ability to write technical specifications, operational, and end-user documentation.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Ability to communicate effectively and accurately both orally and in writing, including the ability to communicate technical concepts to persons with non technical backgrounds
Ability to work under high-pressure conditions and with multiple competing and incompatible deadlines/priorities.
Assets (Nonessential): Ability to identify areas of vulnerability in the use, storage or modification of personal information.
Understanding of project management and procurement processes.
Certificates in endpoint administration, network, security and/or privacy, or progress in their pursuit. ITIL foundations level (or higher) certification.
Familiarity with the University environment, governance, and policies.
To be successful in this role you will be: Accountable
Communicator
Motivated self-learner
Organized
Problem solver
Resourceful
Team player
Term Length: 3-months
Closing Date: 08/13/2026,11:59PM ET
Employee Group: USW Local 1998 (Casual)
Appointment Type: Budget - Casual
Schedule: Monday to Friday; 8:45am - 5:00pm
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone: $49.21/hour
Job Category: Information Technology (IT)
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
A job description is available upon request

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📌 Network, Systems and Security Administrator (UTemp) (Ontario)
🏢 University of Toronto
📍 Ontario