Position Title: Systems Engineer - IT

Status: Temporary Full Time (11 Months)

Department: ICT Data Centre

Salary Range: $81,018-$101,106 (Level 4)

Work Location: CEC - 40 Matheson Blvd. W., Mississauga

Union: Mid Management (Non-Union)

Number of Vacancies: 1

Posting type: Internal &

- External

Vacancy Status: Replacement

Internal Posting Close Date: October 20, 2026 @ 4:30pm

External Posting Close Date: Position will be posted until filled

About Us The Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board is a dynamic board committed to the delivery of quality educational programs and services. The Board is comprised of over 70,000 students enrolled in 152 schools (126 elementary and 26 secondary schools) throughout the municipalities of Mississauga, Brampton, Caledon and Orangeville. We have over 10,000 employees in an increasingly diverse community.

Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board is one of Ontario’s largest school boards, encompassing both urban and rural areas.

Position Summary

We are seeking a Systems Engineer with strong expertise in enterprise IT infrastructure management and automation. This role will focus on maintaining and optimizing core systems including file servers, print servers, Active Directory, VMware setting, and backup solutions. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, proactive, and skilled in automating routine tasks to improve efficiency and reliability.

RESPONSIBILITIES (but Not Limited To)

- Configure and maintain file server infrastructure to ensure secure, reliable, and scalable storage
- Implement automation scripts to streamline provisioning, permissions management, and routine maintenance
- Monitor usage, capacity, and performance, proactively addressing bottlenecks and growth needs
- Administer print servers, ensuring efficient job handling and minimal downtime
- Automate queue management to reduce manual intervention and improve user experience
- Troubleshoot printer connectivity, driver issues, and optimize print workflows across departments
- Manage user accounts, groups, and organizational units with strict adherence to security policies
- Implement Group Policy Objects (GPOs) to enforce compliance and streamline configurations
- Monitor replication, domain controllers,



and authentication processes to ensure high availability
- Provision, configure, and maintain virtual machines and hosts in VMware vSphere/ESXi
- Monitor performance, resource allocation, and optimize virtualization efficiency
- Apply patches, upgrades, and troubleshoot hypervisor-related issues to maintain stability
- Configure and monitor Veeam Backup &
- Replication jobs for critical systems
- Manage tape libraries, rotation schedules, and offsite storage for disaster recovery readiness
- Perform regular test restores to validate backup integrity and compliance
- Automate identity lifecycle processes including provisioning, de-provisioning, and role-based access
- Integrate MIM workflows with Active Directory and other enterprise applications
- Ensure compliance with security standards and audit requirements
- Build and maintain standardized Windows images for desktops and servers
- Automate deployment processes to reduce manual setup and ensure consistency
- Test and validate images across hardware models and environments
- Configure SCCM to deploy patches, updates, and software packages across the enterprise
- Monitor compliance reports and remediate systems that fail to update
- Optimize deployment schedules to minimize disruption to business operations
- Maintain detailed documentation for infrastructure, workflows, and troubleshooting procedures
- Ensure knowledge transfer and continuity across IT teams
- Keep records updated to support audits, compliance, and disaster recovery planning
- Work closely with helpdesk, network, and application teams to resolve escalated incidents
- Provide root cause analysis and implement long-term fixes
- Share expertise and mentor junior staff to build team capability

Education/Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field




- Equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of formal education
- Relevant certifications (MCSE, VMware Certified Professional, Veeam Certified Engineer) preferred
- 5+ years of experience in enterprise IT environments
- Proven track record managing Windows Server environments, Active Directory, and VMware operations
- Experience with enterprise backup solutions, particularly Veeam Backup &
- Replication and tape management

Skills/Additional Experience

- Strong knowledge of Windows Server administration (roles, services, GPOs, DNS) and Active Directory (OU design, replication, and security policies)
- Hands-on experience with VMware vSphere/ESXi environments
- Proficiency with Veeam Backup &
- Replication and tape backup management
- Experience with MDT for image creation and deployment
- Skilled in SCCM for patching and update management
- Familiarity with automation scripting (PowerShell)
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication skills for collaborating across IT, security, and corporate teams
- Ability to document processes clearly and train junior staff or end-users
- Organizational skills to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously

Applicant Information Police Record Check: This role will require a Satisfactory Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check or Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check dated with six (6) months of hire date and to be provided to Human Resources. The successful candidate will be responsible for any cost associated with obtaining.

The Police Record

Check will be required to be renewed every 5 years.

Disability-related accommodation during the recruitment process is available upon request. Please notify us when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Please note that the Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board does not use artificial intelligence or automated decision-making tools in our recruitment processes. All applications are reviewed directly by our Recruitment Team.

The Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board is an equal opportunity employer.

We thank all applicants, please note that only those under consideration will be contacted.

📌 Systems Engineer - IT (Mississauga)
🏢 Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board
📍 Mississauga