Network Administrator

Job Position: Contract Network Administrator II

As Robert Half, we are partnering with a leading national organization ready to experience exponential growth. They are committed to employing individuals who are passionate, dedicated, and align with their organizational values. This company is known for fostering an environment where employees can develop their careers while enjoying various benefits.

If you have a passion for helping people and fostering success, this is an excellent opportunity!

As a Network Administrator II, under the direction of the IT Manager, you will oversee the maintenance of a robust and secure data communications network, including the organization, its disaster recovery site, and seven other group companies.

This position requires the successful candidate be be in the office in Edmonton Alberta 5 days a week.

Primary Responsibilities Include:

• Comprehensive management of network infrastructure
• Upgrading and maintaining network and telecommunications systems
• Coordinating IP phones across multiple systems
• Ensuring network operations, software applications, and regular maintenance are at peak efficiency
• Managing and delivering on assigned project objectives
• Providing technical support to staff and external vendors
• Supervising network-related system and server administration
• Resolving hardware, software, and security system malfunctions
• Facilitating conducive work environment for employees using various IT tools
• Training new team members
• Managing user accounts
• Preparing workstations for immediate use and managing hardware recycling processes
• Perform regular backups and restoration of data as necessary
• Providing remote technical support for international staff
• Troubleshooting network lines and deploying hardware and software components
• Prioritizing and managing technical issues

Necessary Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, networking specialization
• Network administration/engineering/architecture experience (5+ years)
• 5+ years of experience with CISCO, Fortinet and Dell
• Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE) & Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
• Exceptional communication skills in English and French an asset
• Able to pass a criminal records check, educational background check, and reference checks

We appreciate your consideration of this opportunity. Our client is an equal opportunity employer and accommodations can be arranged upon request.

Required Experience: 5+ years in network administration, engineering, or architecture

Required Licenses & Certifications: Cisco Certified Network Associate, Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert or similar

Required Skills: Technical Proficiency and Communication Skills