System Architecture Specialist
As the largest high-tech team in Canada, Network and Technology Services builds cutting edge fibre and 5G networks that drive how Canadians connect with each other and the world! Our team is at the forefront of developing Bell’s leading products and services: Fibe TV and Internet, Wireless, Smart Home, cloud, security and IoT. We enable the delivery of the best content from Crave, TSN/RDS, iHeart Radio and dozens of other leading media properties to our customers any time, on any device.
Summary
You will be working within an on-call Windows/Linux support team, in the support of various customer solutions within a secure environment. Any automation, AI or cloud skills will be an asset in future proofing the environment.
A Government of Canada PSPC security clearance at level SECRET (Level II) is required for this position.
Key Responsibilities
- Implement and manage Windows/Linux environments to ensure high availability
- Manage and configure Virtual Server Environments (VSphere, MS Hyper-V or Openshift)
- Vulnerability Investigation and Remediation
- Experience with administering NetBackup and RSA
- Excellent analytical skills
- Ability to create documentation and a proficient communicator
- Proficiency in Windows, Linux and/or Unix
- Working knowledge of software development life cycles
- Ability to learn new development languages and techniques
- Canadian Secret Level II Security Clearance
Critical Qualifications
- Experience with Ansible Automation
- Develop and administer security policies and procedures
- Manage user authentication and security on the network
- Engage with 3rd party vendors on product support issues and escalation procedures
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- One or more years of experience as a Systems Administrator in a Windows/Linux environment
- Windows Server 2022, 2019, and 2016 administration experience
- Linux RedHat RHEL8-10 experience
- Certificate Authority Administration experience
- Hardware knowledge/Certification for Cisco UCS Servers
- SAN (Dell Storage, Netapp and 3PAR) Data Management, cloud and switched fabric knowledge/ experience
- Software development skills and experience in languages that includes PowerShell, Python, Perl, C/C++, etc.
- Experience with version control systems
- Experience in the Change Management Process
- Microsoft MCSA or MCSE (preferably Server Infrastructure)
Additional Requirements
A Government of Canada PSPC security clearance at level SECRET (Level II) is required.
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Additional Information:
Position Type: Management
Job Status: Regular - Full Time
Job Location: Canada : Ontario : Ottawa
Flexible work profile: Mobile
Application Deadline: 09/26/2025
All team members are expected to reside in Canada and within a reasonable commuting distance from their work location to ensure that they are able to come to the office as required, whether the visit is planned or unplanned.
Please apply directly online to be considered for this role. Applications through email will not be accepted.
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