We're seeking an experienced and passionate System Administrator to join our growing IT team at Danby. This role will support and secure a dynamic global IT environment. The successful candidate will be a self-starter with a curious mindset, strong technical skills, and a natural drive to mentor and coach others. You'll be responsible for maintaining, optimizing, and securing our hybrid IT infrastructure, with a heavy emphasis on Office 365 and Azure administration.
Key Responsibilities
Networking (25%)
- Administer, monitor, and troubleshoot corporate network infrastructure, including Meraki, Cisco, and Fortinet devices
- Support secure VPN and remote access configurations for global employees and contractors
- Assist with firewall configurations, routing, and network segmentation aligned with security best practices
- Participate in security alert responses and network vulnerability mitigation
Infrastructure (60%)
- Perform administration and maintenance of hybrid infrastructure environments, including:
- Microsoft 365 tenant management
- Azure Active Directory and cloud resources
- On-premises and virtualized environments (VMware, Windows Server)
- Endpoint management and compliance through Intune and Defender
- Conduct routine system backups and data protection tasks using solutions such as Veeam and Datto
- Deploy and maintain SaaS solutions across departments
- Implement patching policies using tools such as SCCM and WSUS
- Support scripting and automation efforts using PowerShell, batch files, and basic coding for operational efficiency
- Maintain infrastructure documentation and participate in change management procedures
- Contribute to endpoint and server hardening through GPOs and Attack Surface Reduction techniques
- Oversee and support building access control systems
Soft Skills \& Collaboration (15%)
- Serve as a mentor and knowledge resource to junior team members
- Work cross-functionally with internal staff and external contractors globally
- Demonstrate a proactive approach to continuous improvement and emerging security trends
- Contribute to team development, knowledge-sharing sessions, and collaborative problem solving
- Ensure excellent communication and professionalism in a hybrid work environment
Your Experience \& Skills
- 5--7 years of progressive IT administration experience
- Certifications in Networking, Cybersecurity, Microsoft 365, and Azure certifications are considered assets.
- Self-motivated, curious, and passionate about IT and cybersecurity
- Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced, hybrid work environment
- Strong troubleshooting, documentation, and follow-through skills
- Open to travel and committed to after-hours work when necessary to ensure business continuity
If you don't meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply. We'd love to hear from you and learn more about what you bring to the table.
This is a hybrid role, offering flexibility with a combination of remote and in-office work. You will be required to be in the office at 5070 Whitelaw Road, Guelph, on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, while having the option to work from home on other days.
