IT Systems Administrator – Virtualization & StorageThe IT Systems Administrator – Virtualization & Storage will assist in the proactive contribution and on‑going support and maintenance of the operational environment. You will support a variety of hardware and software and ensure that performance and availability of the IT Infrastructure is always maintained at the highest standards. You will be responsible for our virtualized server environment, storage and data management, and our co‑location Data Centre space. This will involve supporting all IS departments and the business with their specific infrastructure needs.RESPONSIBILITIES- Assist in the implementation, configuration, maintenance and monitoring of enterprise server, storage, and backup systems for On‑premise Data Centre environments- Assist in data centre, server, and network related projects to support all lines of business- Proactively monitor system performance and utilization and implement performance tuning and capacity management- Ensure that the environment is always up to date (implementing patches, service packs, etc.).- Respond to alerts and escalations to troubleshoot and correct server & storage issues- Manage data centre inventories related to systems, space and requests for moves, additions and changes of hardware- Document procedures, logical & physical configuration, and perform knowledge transfer to peers and stakeholders- Document problems and resolution for future reference- Build and maintain vendor relationships, to ensure currency, awareness of new/underused features, and effective procurement- Provide input to IT and Product roadmaps, leveraging current and future technologies and features,



in a hybrid cloud environment- Identify and implement improvements to operations, systems performance, and BCP/DR plans, through more efficient use of existing, and the introduction of new, technologies/tools/processes- This position requires on‑call/standby for a 24/7 operation.QUALIFICATIONS- A degree or diploma in IT, computer science or related discipline- 5+ years of IT Systems and Storage experience, ideally in a multi‑Data Centre environment- Must have expert‑level knowledge with Microsoft HyperV, and experience with additional primary technologies: Pure Storage, and Cohesity backup solutions.- Additionally, Descartes will support the candidate to learn on the job and build up extensive experience, however knowledge or experience on any of the following is considered an asset:- VMware ESXi and related products/technologies- Oracle KVM hypervisor- Brocade, or similar SAN technologies- Enterprise backup solutions- Microsoft Windows and Linux server Operating Systems- Scripting and automation tools such as Ansible, Terraform, and PowerShell- Disaster Recovery Plan creation, implementation, and testing- Azure or AWS cloud infrastructure, and hybrid cloud implementations- Networking technologies and systems- Efficient and accurate troubleshooting and remediation skills- Effective and proactive collaboration with development teams and other colleagues/stakeholders- Excellent communication,



presentation, and documentation skills- Demonstrated analytical and leadership skillsLOCATIONThis is a remote position, open to applicants authorized to work in Canada. The position requires the employee to travel to the Data Centre in Brampton and Cambridge twice a month or as needed.SALARY RANGE$90,000 to $100,000 CAD. Compensation information provided is a good faith estimate for this position only. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills as well as the years of experience you have. Similar positions located in different geographic regions will not necessarily receive the same compensation.EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYDescartes is an Equal Employment employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial, or local law. For more information about our commitment to equal employment prospect, please review our Code of Business Conduct and Ethics.Descartes is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. Applicants in North America with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can email [email protected]. Provide your name and contact information along with the accommodation needed to assist you with the application process. Your request will be responded to as soon as possible. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case‑by‑case basis.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 It Systems Administrator – Virtualization & Storage - C$90,000 - C$100,000 A Year (Toronto)
🏢 Descartes
📍 Toronto