Network Administrator

Company Description

ADGA Group is a proudly Canadian-owned and operated defence and security technology company. Our core services include value-added program management, agile software engineering development, and integrated security solutions. As an industry partner to the Canadian Government and Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) for decades, ADGA is actively supporting ongoing and emerging requirements for operational readiness, reconstitution, and modernization. 

For decades, we have recruited veterans to integrate their unique skillsets and highly specialized training into our workforce and work culture. At ADGA, we are united by our social purpose to create meaningful employment opportunities for veterans of the CAF and RCMP, their families, and fellow citizens who share a passion to contribute to the security and well-being of Canadians.

ADGA’s social purpose empowers us to reinvest in our employees as well as to donate generously to veteran and military family causes in our community.

Join our team at ADGA, where we prioritize your success by fostering internal movement and growth in a safe, inclusive, and agile work environment. We offer a wide variety of career and developmental opportunities, including the option to work on different projects and technologies, on-the-job training, cross-training, access to business and technical online courses, and formal education subsidies.

Job Description

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ADGA is currently looking to hire a Network Administrator to join our team!

In this role, you will join one of our largest Defence programs and provide support to the Land Command Support System TacC2IS (Tactical Command and Control Information System) network and fielding activities. You will help the engineering, testing, integration, fielding and maintenance of the TacNet (TacticalNet) system.

Looking for candidates that have a proactive attitude in learning a complex system and resolving issues, both autonomously and within a team

Tasks will include:

• Validate server image Build Books.
• Build new server instances.
• Upgrade existing server instances.
• Provide initial knowledge transfer and system familiarization with field force system administrators.
• Support test activities.
• Field TacNet to the Canadian Army.
• Assist in the diagnosis and resolution of issues raised by the field force.

Qualifications

• Proof of STEM diploma (2 year minimum) in networking, software, computer, systems, electrical or a suitable engineering or technical field required to support Land C4ISR.
• At least 1 year of experience within the last  6 years in the preparation of technical concept documentation, system specifications and technical proposals in the field of information technology, information management or engineering.
• At least 1 year of experience in at least 2 of the following:
  • Drafting and developing presentations and briefings regarding network status and issues to management.
  • Providing advice, guidance and recommendations on technical issues to support the decision making of management.
  • Participate in multidisciplinary teams in the development and support of IT tactical systems or multisite Enterprise Networks.
• At least 1 year of experience in at least 8 of the following:
  • Planning, installing, managing and implementing network architectures.
  • Windows 2003 Sever or higher system administration.
  • Managing TCP/IP, Network file system, and servers.
  • Microsoft Exchange Server administration.
  • SQL Server Administration
  • SMS Server Administration.
  • Preparing and engineering network policies and procedures.
  • Managing network, personnel, and networking security.
  • Managing internal services (i.e. web servers, ftp servers, etc.)
  • Gateway, bridge and router management
  • Management and security of systems connected to the Internet.

Additional Information

Additional skills considered a must have to be successful in this role:

• In-depth knowledge of and experience with Linux
• Good knowledge and experience with networking: DNS traffic, TCP/IP
• Experience setting up high availability and load balancing configurations for servers and databases
• Familiarity with Microsoft environment and administration

Skills considered a strong asset:

• Familiarity with text-based messaging protocols, ideally Openfire and at least one Chat client an asset
• Understanding of the current LC5ISR (LCSS) architecture and environment an asset
• Experience with testing and automation an asset
• Experience with building and configuring systems (server and clients)
• Background in IT systems administration.
• Must be eligible to obtain a Government of Canada Secret clearance (Level II)

Work-Life Balance  

We strongly support a healthy and productive work-life balance. This starts with a flexible approach to work, and policies designed to support employees through their day-to-day routines and major life events. For example, we offer a Maternity/Parental Top-Up (up to 52 weeks) and a Reservist Leave Top-Up (up to 180 days). 

Belong@ADGA  

ADGA continuously strives to integrate advanced Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) approaches and practices into our work culture. Our employee-based DEI Committee explores activities and invites discussions that foster an environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and heard.

Compensation  

Above and beyond our commitment to offer a competitive base salary, ADGA has a company-wide profit-sharing plan for all full-time and part-time employees.

Comprehensive Benefits and Total Rewards  

We offer a comprehensive benefit program, providing employees with the choice between base or enhanced plans. Depending on the plan, ADGA pays for Health & Dental, a Health Spending Account, Short-Term Disability, an Employee Assistance Program, and a Telemedicine service. Also offered: discounts on gym memberships, 5,000+ perks through Perkoplis, a Deferred Profit Sharing Plan, and access to a wide range of other employee-centric services and savings programs.