Senior System Specialist (Cloud)

Kirkland, QC
Hybrid
Posted Oct 1, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Lead · 10+ years
Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree
Apply by: Oct 29, 2026
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Seniority: Mid-Senior level
Application method: Direct apply is available

Job summary

Design, deploy, and evolve Azure and Microsoft 365 infrastructure, integrating cloud services with on-premises systems while maintaining governance, security, availability, and scalability. Lead cloud operations and modernization, automate deployments and audits, resolve escalated incidents, and mentor system administrators.

Job details

About the role The Senior Cloud Infrastructure Specialist is responsible for the design, implementation, and evolution of Future’s enterprise cloud ecosystem, with a primary focus on Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365. This role acts as a bridge in our hybrid environment, ensuring seamless integration between on-premises legacy systems and modern cloud-native solutions. As a senior technical lead, you will oversee cloud governance and provide expert-level support for our Azure VMware Solution (AVS) and Intune environments. You will play a functional role in mentoring team members and spearheading strategic projects to ensure high availability, robust security, and global scalability. What you’ll be working on 🔷 Senior Cloud Specialist & Hybrid Integration Azure: Design and deploy highly available infrastructure within Azure, ensuring alignment with cloud governance and Well-Architected Framework standards. Modernization: Orchestrate the migration of on-premises infrastructure services to cloud-based solutions (IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS) where required. Modern Management: Work closely with the O365 team in technologies like: Microsoft Intune, overseeing global device enrollment, configuration profiles, and application deployments. Identity & Entra ID: Manage identity and access across hybrid environments, specializing in Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure AD), B2B/B2C, and Conditional Access policies M365 Ecosystem: Advanced configuration of Microsoft 365 services, including Exchange Online, Teams (including Phone System), and SharePoint/OneDrive. Azure AVS 🛡️ Identity, Security & Governance Maintain and optimize Azure IaaS for enterprise-scale security by implementing robust subscription governance, enforcing resource tags and Azure Policies for compliance, and utilizing a well-structured Resource Group hierarchy to ensure granular Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) and cost management. Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Leverage PowerShell and Python to automate repetitive tasks, deployments, and system audits. Incident Response: Collaborate with the Security Operations team to resolve complex security incidents and conduct vulnerability assessments. 👥 Mentorship & Operational Leadership Technical Leadership: Develop operational procedures and technical documentation to "operationalize" new cloud services. Mentorship: Provide guidance and knowledge transfer to junior and mid-level system administrators. Escalation: Act as a Level 3 escalation point for complex system issues and participate in a senior-level on-call rotation. We’re looking for someone with Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field. 10+ years of experience in systems administration with a focus on Windows environments. Strong expertise in VMWare, Azure, SAN storage, Windows security, and O365 administration. Linux experience would be an asset. Proficiency in PowerShell scripting languages Solid knowledge of networking principles and troubleshooting. Why join us Our approach to employee wellness is holistic, which is why alongside competitive salaries, and excellent health and dental benefits, corporate employees have access to the following: Wellness amenities such as an onsite gym, fitness studio, and employee lounge Group RRSP plan to take care of the future you Onsite medical clinic and telemedicine Daily shuttle bus from two downtown locations Subsidized employee café with delicious meals and snacks Future Electronics is taking a hybrid approach to work. We value collaboration and working together, which our offices facilitate, combined with working remotely. Future Electronics is an equal opportunity employer

What you’ll do

Requirements

Requires a bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field and 10+ years of systems administration experience focused on Windows environments. Candidates should have strong expertise in VMware, Azure, SAN storage, Windows security, and Microsoft 365 administration, along with PowerShell proficiency and networking knowledge; Linux experience is an asset.