Senior IT Systems Administrator

Axiomatic Technologies is a leading designer and manufacturer of electronic controllers and power management converters for industrial applications. Our products are trusted worldwide for engine control, battery charging, machine power regulation, and motor control. Axiomatic operates internationally, with facilities in Canada and Finland.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Senior IT Systems Administrator to join our team, reporting to the Manager of IT & Cybersecurity.

This role supports a lean IT environment and provides end-to-end ownership of critical IT infrastructure, systems, and services. This position requires a hands‑on professional who can independently manage infrastructure, security, cloud services, endpoint management, and operational processes while leading technical initiatives that improve system reliability, performance, and security.

Key Responsibilities

Infrastructure & Systems Administration

• Own and administer core IT infrastructure, including servers, storage, virtualization platforms, endpoints, and business‑critical applications.
• Administer and maintain Microsoft 365, Entra ID (Azure AD), Active Directory, Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, and related cloud services.
• Administer and maintain Windows and Linux server environments, including Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Group Policy, file services, access controls, patch management, performance monitoring, and system hardening.
• Administer virtualization platforms (VMware and/or Hyper‑V) to ensure performance, availability, and scalability.
• Lead backup and recovery operations, including testing, monitoring, and validation of business continuity and disaster recovery processes.
• Monitor infrastructure health, system performance, and security posture, proactively addressing risks and operational issues.
• Manage server lifecycle activities including deployment, upgrades, patching, monitoring, troubleshooting, capacity planning, and decommissioning.

Endpoint Management & User Services

• Lead endpoint management through Microsoft Intune, including provisioning, compliance policies, device lifecycle management, patching, and security controls.
• Provide advanced troubleshooting and Tier 2/3 support for complex technical issues.
• Oversee onboarding, offboarding, access management, and user lifecycle processes.
• Act as an escalation point for critical incidents and operational issues.

Networking & Security

• Manage and maintain network infrastructure, including switches, wireless networks, VPNs, and connectivity services.
• Administer and maintain security infrastructure, including Fortinet firewalls, VPN solutions, and access control systems.
• Lead implementation of security controls, system hardening, vulnerability remediation, and cybersecurity best practices.
• Support compliance initiatives and cybersecurity programs aligned with organizational security objectives.

IT Operations & Projects

• Own and manage IT service delivery processes, including incident management, problem management, request fulfillment, change management, asset management, and procurement activities.
• Lead infrastructure upgrades, migrations, and modernization initiatives from planning through implementation.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, system standards, procedures, network diagrams, and operational runbooks.
• Identify opportunities to improve system reliability, operational efficiency, automation, and user experience.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external vendors to deliver IT solutions that support business objectives.
• Ensure compliance with IT policies, standards, and governance requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5 – 8+ years of experience in systems administration, infrastructure, cloud services, or IT operations roles.
• Strong experience administering Microsoft 365, Entra ID (Azure AD), Active Directory, and Windows and Linux server environments.
• Experience supporting infrastructure services including Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, file services, certificate services, and virtualization platforms.
• Experience supporting and troubleshooting Linux operating systems (Ubuntu, CentOS, Red Hat, or equivalent) in a production environment.
• Hands‑on experience with Microsoft Intune and enterprise endpoint management.
• Experience supporting virtualization platforms such as VMware or Hyper‑V.
• Experience managing backup, recovery, and disaster recovery processes.
• Strong networking knowledge, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, routing, switching, and firewall concepts.
• Experience managing firewall platforms, preferably Fortinet FortiGate.
• Experience with IT Service Management (ITSM) platforms and service delivery processes.
• Strong troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to independently manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Nice to Have

• Experience supporting cybersecurity and compliance frameworks such as NIST, CMMC, ISO 27001, or similar standards.
• Experience with scripting and automation using PowerShell, Python, APIs, or automation platforms to improve system administration, operational efficiency, and IT service delivery.
• Experience with cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure or AWS.
• Experience supporting ERP systems (Epicor Kinetic).
• Relevant certifications such as Microsoft, CompTIA, ITIL, CCNA, Fortinet, Azure, or cybersecurity certifications.
• Experience supporting regulated manufacturing or engineering environments.

This is an onsite job with a requirement of four days in office. The salary range for this role is $80,000 to $100,000.

AI may be used during the recruitment process to assist in screening and evaluating applications. All hiring decisions are made in accordance with our recruitment practices and applicable legislation.

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