Linux administrator Jobs in Laval, QC

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

Administration and Infrastructure

• Administer infrastructure environments to ensure system availability, reliability, and integrity;
• Manage virtual machines & physical servers (Windows and Linux) to support internal needs;
• Develop and document procedures for infrastructure components under their responsibility, including incident response plans;
• Provide and identify the required metrics to produce dashboards that proactively identify necessary maintenance for the environment;
• Optimize IT infrastructure costs while respecting security imperatives;
• Administration of software used throughout the company.

Cybersecurity and Compliance

• Tool Implementation: Setup and optimization of cybersecurity tools to improve the company's posture;
• Vulnerability Management: Perform security monitoring, conduct regular vulnerability analyses, and apply patches to servers and network equipment;
• Monitoring and Detection: Monitor event logs and security alerts to detect and investigate any suspicious activity or potential intrusion;
• Access Protection: Maintain system access and security by managing identities (IAM), access privileges, and strong authentication solutions (MFA);
• Network Security: Configure and maintain firewalls, VPNs, and network segmentation to ensure defense in depth.

SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

Technical Skills

• In-depth knowledge of server management (physical and virtual) on-site and on IaaS platforms;
• Good knowledge of Google Workspace and/or Microsoft 365 suites;
• Solid knowledge of Cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, etc.);
• Solid knowledge of networking (TCP/IP, DNS, VLAN, Firewall);
• Advanced knowledge of Ubuntu (Linux) and Windows environments, including domains and Active Directory;
• Mastery of security concepts (SIEM, EDR/Antivirus, Encryption, PKI).

Aptitudes and Interpersonal Skills

• Project Management: Proven ability to lead technological projects from A to Z (needs definition, architecture, implementation, documentation, and transition to operations) with minimal supervision;
• Communication and Popularization: Excellent aptitudes for communicating complex technical concepts or security risks to varied audiences (technicians, managers, users);
• Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills: Methodical approach to incident diagnosis (troubleshooting) and resolution of critical problems under pressure;
• Collaboration and Coaching: Ability to work in a team and act as a technical mentor for junior administrators or technicians;
• Good Adaptability: Ability to manage conflicting priorities;
• Rigor: Ability to enforce security policies with diplomacy and firmness.

ASSETS

• DEC/DEP/AEC in computer science, or equivalent;
• 3 to 5 years of experience in system administration;
• Knowledge of Git & Docker;
• Security certifications (e.g., Security+, CISSP, CISM) or system administration;
• Knowledge of scripting languages (Python, Bash, PowerShell) for the automation of security tasks;
• Knowledge of security frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001, etc.);
• Ability to work in an environment governed by a quality system (ISO 9001 / 13485).

WHAT WE OFFER

• Remote work (according to job type);
• Competitive salaries;
• Group RRSP with employer contribution;
• Group insurance paid at 50% by Kinova;
• Up to 4 weeks of vacation;
• Personal days off in addition to vacation;
• Snacks, coffee, and fresh fruit at all times;
• A dedicated and great work team;
• A state-of-the-art environment;
• A company culture focused on the development of each individual;
• Free parking;
• Electric vehicle charging stations;
• Regular social and sporting events;
• And much more, but you'll have to meet us to learn more…