Job Description We are seeking a Cloud Solutions Administrator to join our IT team, reporting to the Director of IT Infrastructure. In this role, you will be responsible for implementing and maintaining cloud-based solutions that align with the organization’s strategic and operational goals. You’ll work hands-on with internal teams, business stakeholders, and third-party vendors to ensure reliable, secure, and scalable cloud services. This role also involves contributing to cloud standards and best practices, while supporting and mentoring team members in the adoption of cloud technologies. This position is located at our Head office in Markham ON. Extendicare offers a hybrid working environment. What you will do: Provide leadership in designing, implementing, and supporting a best-in-class hybrid cloud environment. Drive improvements, enforce standards, and help maintain a robust and secure cloud infrastructure. Collaborate with IT leadership and cross-functional teams to ensure cloud initiatives align with both tactical and strategic goals. Work closely with Business Relationship Managers to gather, interpret, and translate business requirements into actionable cloud solutions. Actively participate in knowledge sharing, documentation, and cross-training to reduce operational silos and improve team resilience. Mentor junior team members and promote standardized, repeatable processes for cloud administration and incident response. Manage and improve daily operations of the Azure platform, ensuring availability, scalability, and performance of cloud resources. Handle lifecycle management, incident response, and implement best practices for cost optimization and resource efficiency. Serve as a technical escalation point for Azure-related incidents and collaborate with development, networking, and DevOps teams to support hybrid and cloud-native solutions. Qualifications and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience. 3–5 years of hands-on experience administering and managing Microsoft Azure environments. Strong understanding of cloud service models, including IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS. Proficiency using Azure CLI, PowerShell, and the Azure Portal for cloud management and automation. Demonstrated knowledge of Azure security and governance principles, including role-based access control (RBAC), policy management, cost optimization, and compliance standards. Relevant Microsoft certifications, such as Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104), are highly desirable. Additional certifications like Azure Solutions Architect Associate or Azure Security Engineer Associate are a plus. Proven ability to deploy, configure, and maintain cloud infrastructure within Microsoft Azure. Experience monitoring and optimizing system performance, usage, and costs using Azure-native tools. Familiarity with implementing business continuity, backup, and disaster recovery solutions in Azure. Practical experience automating deployment and configuration through scripting (PowerShell, Azure CLI) or Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform or Bicep. Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to deliver secure, scalable, and resilient cloud solutions. Knowledge of Azure Active Directory management, hybrid identity solutions, and conditional access policies. Strong troubleshooting skills for diagnosing and resolving Azure infrastructure and application issues. Understanding of compliance and governance best practices, including enforcing security controls, tagging, and policy enforcement. Commitment to staying current with evolving Azure services, features, and industry best practices. Familiarity with healthcare regulations such as HIPAA and PIPEDA is an advantage. Experience working with diverse stakeholders during requirements gathering and solution design phases. Comfortable with early technology adoption, managing change and risk, working in a fast paced, time-sensitive environments and inspiring others to do the same. Ability to document and communicate complex, technical concepts to executive staff, business sponsors and technical resources in simple terms using the English language. Strong sense of curiosity, naturally suspicious, methodical, and risk-based thinker At Extendicare, we believe that working as a team creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. We value each employee, encourage equal opportunity for growth and recognize achievement. As a valued member of our team, you can expect: Continuous mentorship, support for life-long learning and growth opportunities Opportunities for advancement and career growth within the organization A rewarding and meaningful work experience where you can enrich your life and the lives of others through your work. Employee Family Assistance Program. Robust benefits package. Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors throughout Canada. Through our network 123 owned and operated long-term care homes, as well as our home health care operations serving more than 10,000 patients annually, we provide people with the care they need wherever they call home. Our qualified and highly trained workforce of 22,000 individuals are united by a dedication to quality care and by our vision for a future where everyone in Canada has access to the care and support they need to live their best lives. Time Type: Full time When you choose to build your career with Extendicare, you’re joining a team dedicated to making a difference. By focusing our energy on enriching the lives of our residents every day, we transform both the quality of their lives and the quality of our own work experiences. If you have a passion for caring, turn it into a rewarding career with Extendicare! Extendicare and affiliated organizations including our partner homes in Extendicare Assist, accommodate the needs of job applicants throughout its recruitment and selection processes upon request. Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors across Canada. We deliver quality care to meet the needs of a growing seniors’ population. We also provide management and consulting support through a range of services, including recruitment and building strong, qualified teams, to a network of independently owned long-term care and retirement homes. Our Mission “Helping People Live Better.” We help our residents and clients live better by promoting quality of life. We create remarkable moments through highly engaged and motivated team members. Stakeholders know this because we continuously measure, improve and publicly share our performance. Our Vision Our vision is to be the best senior care and services company in Canada. Our Values At Extendicare, we value our customers and our team who cares for them. We are committed to treating them with dignity and respect in an atmosphere of compassion. As health care professionals, we take pride in being responsive to the needs of those who rely on us. Customer Satisfaction. We strive to provide care and services to our customers which exceed their expectations. Excellence. We believe aspiring to excellence leads to continuous quality improvement in our provision of care to residents. Respect. We value each employee, encourage equal opportunity for growth and recognize achievement. Integrity. We believe in honesty and fairness in our relationships with others. Accountability. We believe we are accountable for the quality of services we provide to our customers. Communication. We listen to each other and foster open and honest communication. Teamwork. We believe that working as a team creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. Environment. We believe that environmental issues should be integrated into business decisions that promote environmental protection, preservation, safety and a homelike atmosphere.
