SAIT’s Information Technology Services department handles all software and
hardware needs, as well as technological and networking issues for both
employees and students who rely heavily on computer systems across our campuses.
Technical support — which includes help with computer hardware and software
technical problems, email, audio-visual needs and more — is available to
everyone at SAIT, whether the problem occurs at home or on-campus.
The Opportunity
Join SAIT’s Information Technology Services (ITS) team as a Technical Systems
Analyst II, where innovation meets reliability!
As a key member of our Infrastructure group, you will be responsible for
providing operational support and sustaining SAIT’s Server and Storage
Infrastructure. From designing resilient server and storage solutions to
ensuring seamless day-to-day operations, you will help power the systems that
keep our institution running strong.
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The Role
- Evaluate system requirements and recommend alternative solutions and
improvements.
- Review and integrate new infrastructure systems.
- Administer operating systems including Windows, Linux, and VMware.
- Monitor systems and services using tools such as Zabbix and Azure Monitor.
- Manage identity services (MS Active Directory, Linux IDM).
- Oversee lifecycle management of servers, storage, and data protection
solutions (Dell).
- Perform backup and restore administration using Rubrik.
- Manage printing services (e.g., print queues, Pcounter, Blackboard).
- Monitor and maintain SAN/VSAN/HCI environments (Azure Local, Azure Stack
HCI).
- Administer vCenter and Windows Admin Center platforms.
- Support Containerization and troubleshoot issues.
- Provision servers, storage, and infrastructure hardware.
- Manage select academic applications (e.g., document management, Opera, POS,
license keys, SSL certificates).
- Design and deploy infrastructure solutions aligned with SAIT’s technology
strategy.
- Gather application requirements and deliver application solution designs and
deployments.
Qualifications & Experience
- Diploma in Information Technology or an equivalent field.
- 10+ years of experience in Enterprise IT Infrastructure Operations.
- Expert level proficiency in Linux administration.
- In-depth experience with Azure Stack HCI and Azure Local Administration and
Azure Infrastructure.
- Certifications in Azure Infrastructure and ITIL would be asset.
- Strong knowledge of server and storage lifecycle management.
- Proven ability to evaluate system requirements and implement infrastructure
improvements.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across teams.
- Strong organizational and time management skills to handle multiple
priorities effectively.
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Job Classification: P2065 - Technical Systems Analyst II
Salary Range: $100,000 - 120,750
Paid Leave: 4 Weeks Vacation / 14 Flex Days per year
Hours Per Week: 37.5
Posting Closing Date: Until position is filled
About SAIT
SAIT is a global leader in applied education. Named one of Alberta’s Top
Employers [https://canadastop100.com/alberta/], we offer the chance to work with
a purpose — preparing the next generation of industry leaders, entrepreneurs,
advocates and explorers.
Building on our 100+ year history, we’re looking for innovative, bold and
collaborative employees who embrace change and deliver world-class customer
experiences. Your future starts now at SAIT.
Community and Belonging is essential to achieving SAIT’s vision to be a global
leader in applied education. It creates the conditions for a healthy campus
where everyone feels welcome, respected and empowered to succeed. SAIT values
fairness, shared accountability and the importance of representation. The
institution expects a commitment from its students and employees to continuously
develop an equitable and inclusive mindset that celebrates diverse experiences
and perspectives. Learn more about Community and Belonging at SAIT
[https://www.sait.ca/equity-diversity-and-inclusion].
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