The Technology Infrastructure Department, a sub-department of the Technology Solutions Centre, is responsible for infrastructure aspects of UWinnipeg information technology. The department seeks a full-time continuing Junior Systems Administrator - Research who will be responsible for building and maintaining server systems related to UWinnipeg’s research activities.

Responsibilities:

• Maintains server operating systems by installing, configuring, and updating systems.
• Maintains server hardware by installing or upgrading hardware, to ensure properly functioning servers.
• Enables network services on servers, by configuring servers, to ensure servers are properly using these services.
• Secures servers using security best practices and guidance from Cyber Security.
• Performs backups and restores of servers by working with backup software and storage systems to ensure integrity of data.
• Monitors servers by using monitoring software and by checking logs to ensure properly functioning, secure servers.
• Maintains documentation on servers and processes.
• Maintains properly functioning workstations by installing, configuring, and updating operating systems.
• Maintains workstation hardware performance by installing or upgrading hardware.
• Maintains workstation research software by installing and configuring software to enable research activities.
• Services client requests in a timely fashion by monitoring the service software ticket queue.
• Solves common systems issues by troubleshooting and repairing to ensure a properly functioning systems environment. May need to work with external consultants for resolution of some issues.
• Responsible for assisting in procuring support coverage for research systems, working with the research owner, to ensure an adequately supported environment.
• Improves skills and knowledge by attending meetings, seminars, and training courses to keep pace with the constantly changing information technology industry.
• Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications:

• College diploma in information technology or in a related technology discipline.
• Two years of directly related experience.
• Proficient in server hardware, server equipment mounting (including data and electrical cabling), server operating systems (*nix and Windows).
• Some knowledge of operating systems scripting.
• Proficient in data storage systems.
• Some experience in authentication systems.
• Proficient in infrastructure services, such as DNS, NTP, email, logging, authentication/identity systems.
• Proficient in data backup systems and monitoring and logging systems.
• Proficient in a Cloud-based server environment.
• Basic knowledge of Cybersecurity practices.
• Basic knowledge of network concepts.
• Basic knowledge of electrical concepts with respect to hardware power inputs and power backups.
• Well-developed oral and written communications, technical and non-technical.
• Proficient in office productivity software, including Microsoft Visio.
• Able to update knowledge and skills with rapidly changing technology.
• Able to work with interruptions.
• Able to multitask.
• A valid Manitoba Class 5 driver license is preferred.

An equivalent combination of education, experience, skills, knowledge and abilities may be considered.

Condition(s) of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Able to work flexible hours, which includes evening and weekend work.

The salary range for this position will be from 63,645.40 to $88,142.60 annually.

Note: The work described in this posting will be conducted in-person, with an opportunity to apply for Remote Work for up to two (2) days per week after successfully completing a probationary period.

The University of Winnipeg is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognizes that a diverse staff and faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research environments, and is essential to academic and institutional excellence. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and encourage women, racialized persons, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQ+ persons to confidentially self-identify at time of application.

The University of Winnipeg is committed to ensuring employment opportunities are accessible for all applicants. If you require accommodation supports during the recruitment process, please contact human_resources@uwinnipeg.ca.

The personal information of applicants is collected under the authority of the University of Winnipeg Act and 36(1)(b) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. All personal information collected via the recruitment process is used to assess the applicant’s suitability, eligibility, and qualifications for employment, and to otherwise support recruitment activities. This information will be provided to participating members of the recruitment process. Questions regarding the collection of your personal information may be directed to the Director, HR Services, 515 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, MB, R3B 2E9 or human_resources@uwinnipeg.ca.