New Job It Network And Systems Administrator In Quebec

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We are looking for a IT Network and Systems Administrator for the Clinical Trial Material Facility (CTMF) at the Human Health Therapeutics (HHT) Research Center. The candidate would be someone who shares our core values of integrity, excellence, respect and creativity.

The NRC is building a new permanent, GMP-compliant clinical trial material facility at its Royalmount Avenue site in Montréal. When complete, this facility will be used to manufacture vaccine and other biologic materials for clinical trials to support the development of new therapeutics for human health.

The Administrator is responsible for the maintenance, configuration and reliable operation of operating systems, servers, networks and virtualization. The candidate also provides second level IT support (hardware and software) to all users of the center.

Once the systems will be set-up, he or she will be responsible for :

• Manage network components: ensure availability, performance and security of the infrastructure and services.
• Prepare, configure and install routers, switches, firewalls, wireless equipment and any other network component.
• Works in collaboration with external suppliers such as Microsoft, Cisco, Bell and HP to ensure the various components are kept up to date and problems are resolved when necessary.
• Write, manage and maintain documentation for IT systems and processes, in accordance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) standards and requirements.
• Respond to internal customer requests.
• Perform and document network infrastructure maintenance activities and ensure perimeter security.
  

Screening Criteria

Applicants must demonstrate within the content of their application that they meet the following screening criteria in order to be given further consideration as candidates :

Education

• Bachelor degree in Computer Science.
• A combination technical degree and relevant experience may be considered.

For information on certificates and diplomas issued abroad, please see Degree equivalency.

Experience

• Significant experience in IT network and systems administration;
• Significant Experience in configuring, operating, maintaining and monitoring networking, server and storage equipment of various brands;
• Significant Experience in installing, configuring and managing a VMware environment;
• Experience with backup software such as Veeam;
• Experience with Microsoft VDI and Terminal Server solutions;
• Experience with managing cloud platforms such as Salesforce and MS Azure would be an asset;
• IT experience in a GMP environment would be an important asset.

Note that significant experience is define by minimum 5 years’ experience.

Condition of Employment

Reliability Status

Language Requirements

English or French

Information on language requirements and self-assessment tests

Assessment Criteria

Candidates will be assessed on the basis of the following criteria:

Technical Competencies

• Extensive knowledge of network infrastructure and computer hardware, software and operating systems.
• Knowledge of security related systems and applications such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, virtual private networks (VPNs) and associated network protocols and concepts.
• Advanced diagnostic and troubleshooting skills.

Behavioural Competencies

Competency Profile(s)

For this position, the NRC will evaluate candidates using the following competency profile(s) : Management Services.

Relocation

Relocation assistance will be determined in accordance with the NRC's directives.

Compensation

From $89,548 to $112,660 per annum.

An incumbent occupying a position within the CS Group is currently entitled to receive a terminable allowance of $212 per month.

NRC employees enjoy a wide-range of competitive benefits including comprehensive health and dental plans, pension and insurance plans, vacation and other leave entitlements.

Notes

• A pre-qualified list may be established for similar positions for a one year period.
• Failure to provide appropriate or factual information in the application may result in the rejection of your application.
• Overtime outside regular production hours or during week-end will sometimes be required.
• Occasionaly, must be available for being “on-call” 24h/7 in rotation.
• Candidates will not be solicited for incomplete or possible missing information. dental plans, pension and insurance plans, vacation and other leave entitlements.
• Preference will be given to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada. Please include citizenship information in your application.
• The incumbent must adhere to safe workplace practices at all times.
• We thank all those who apply, however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.