System Administrator

Calian ITCS is currently seeking a System Administrator for a current opening to perform the following duties:

Location

Ottawa, ON

Job Type

Full Time

• Provide ongoing operations support and administration within tactical system environments (Windows Server).
• Integrate and support multiple systems across various environments (Lab, Deployed) as part of the continuous integration process.
• Perform software patching, system updates, and installation of new baseline releases.
• Configure and maintain hardware, software, systems, and networking components.
• Develop, document, and execute continuous integration and test plans.
• Install, configure, and support clustered Microsoft SQL Server nodes.
• Install and manage virtualized environments using VMware vCenter and ESXi.
• Support baseline environment delivery through virtualization platforms such as Dell EMC VxRail.
• Support interconnectivity and testing of Network Exchange Gateways with coalition networks (e.g., USA, NATO)
• Create and maintain detailed documentation and support tickets to aid business and technical decision-making.
• Utilize and manage multiple backup solutions (Veeam, DPM, NetWorker) for data protection, migration, and baseline management across hosts.

• Clearance: Secret (mandatory, must be eligible to apply)
• Controlled Goods Certification (mandatory, must be Canadian Citizen to appy)
• Language: English
• Diploma or degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of experience in system administration, preferably within a defense, secure, or tactical environment.
• Strong experience with Windows Server, Active Directory, and virtualization technologies (VMware).
• Proficiency with MS SQL Server installation and clustering.
• Familiarity with backup and recovery tools (Veeam, DPM, NetWorker).
• Knowledge of network configuration, system integration, and CI/CD practices.
• Excellent troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills.