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Join Our Team as a Senior Systems Administrator - Infrastructure & Cloud
Azure | VMware | Hybrid Cloud | Windows Server | Linux | Infrastructure Engineering | Disaster Recovery | Enterprise Systems
Are you ready to elevate your career with a leading North American aftermarket auto parts company? Mevotech is seeking an experienced Senior Systems Administrator, Infrastructure & Cloud to join our dynamic team. This is an exciting opportunity to work with Microsoft Azure, VMware, Windows Server, Linux, Active Directory, Disaster Recovery, Business Continuity, and Infrastructure Modernization projects while helping shape the future of our IT landscape.
About Us
Mevotech is a trusted leader in the aftermarket auto parts industry, specializing in driveline, steering, and suspension parts. With over 40 years of experience, we're dedicated to engineering excellence, innovation, and delivering exceptional customer experiences. Our commitment to employee wellness and engagement has earned us recognition as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies.
Position Overview
The Senior Systems Administrator - Infrastructure & Cloud is responsible for the reliability, security, performance, and availability of Mevotech's on-premises and cloud infrastructure.
As a senior technical leader, you'll provide expertise across enterprise infrastructure technologies including:
Microsoft Azure
Hybrid Cloud Environments
VMware Virtualization
Windows Server Administration
Linux Server Administration
Active Directory Services
DNS & DHCP
Backup & Disaster Recovery Solutions
Infrastructure Automation
Business Continuity Planning
Working closely with Infrastructure, Network, Security, and Application teams, you'll support critical production systems while driving modernization initiatives and continuous improvement across the enterprise.
Key Responsibilities
Enterprise Infrastructure Administration
Manage and maintain enterprise infrastructure environments to ensure maximum uptime, performance, and reliability.
Administer Windows Server and Linux environments across multiple locations.
Manage VMware virtualization platforms and virtual infrastructure.
Support and maintain Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, and related services.
Monitor infrastructure health, performance, capacity, and availability.
Implement infrastructure standards, policies, and operational best practices.
Manage patching, upgrades, maintenance windows, and hardware lifecycle planning.
Azure & Hybrid Cloud Operations
Serve as the technical lead for Microsoft Azure infrastructure and cloud services.
Manage Azure Virtual Machines, Storage, Networking, Identity, Monitoring, and Security solutions.
Support hybrid infrastructure environments connecting on-premises and cloud platforms.
Troubleshoot and resolve complex Azure and infrastructure issues.
Ensure cloud services align with security, compliance, and operational standards.
Backup, Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity
Own enterprise backup and recovery solutions and processes.
Define and maintain Recovery Time Objectives (RTOs) and Recovery Point Objectives (RPOs).
Perform backup validation, recovery testing, and disaster recovery exercises.
Develop and maintain disaster recovery plans, documentation, and recovery runbooks.
Continuously improve infrastructure resilience and business continuity capabilities.
Technical Leadership & Escalation Support
Act as the senior escalation point for complex infrastructure incidents.
Lead root cause investigations and implement long-term corrective actions.
Mentor and support junior team members and IT colleagues.
Partner with Network, Security, and Application teams to improve service delivery.
Participate in on-call rotations and after-hours support activities when required.
Infrastructure Projects & Continuous Improvement
Lead infrastructure projects from planning through implementation.
Identify opportunities for automation using PowerShell and other technologies.
Maintain technical documentation, architecture diagrams, policies, and operational procedures.
Support cybersecurity and compliance initiatives across the infrastructure landscape.
Drive initiatives including:
Cloud migrations
Infrastructure modernization
Server upgrades
Data center optimization
Virtualization enhancements
Communications and phone system improvements
Ideal Qualifications
5-7+ years of experience in Systems Administration, Infrastructure Engineering, Cloud Administration, or related roles.
Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
Experience supporting enterprise hybrid cloud environments.
Proven Microsoft Azure administration experience.
Strong VMware virtualization expertise.
Experience administering Windows Server and Linux environments.
Experience managing enterprise backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity solutions.
Strong knowledge of Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Group Policy, and core infrastructure services.
Experience with infrastructure monitoring, capacity planning, and system performance optimization.
Familiarity with PowerShell scripting and infrastructure automation.
Understanding of cybersecurity best practices, identity management, and governance frameworks.
Physical Demands And Working Conditions
Hybrid work model consisting of four (4) days onsite and one (1) day remote per week.
Primarily office and computer-based work environment.
Occasional lifting and handling of IT infrastructure equipment and hardware.
Participation in scheduled after-hours maintenance activities and on-call support rotations as required.
Occasional travel to company facilities, data centers, and vendor locations.
Ability to respond effectively during critical incidents, service disruptions, or disaster recovery events.