Talent.com
freelance.ca
Windows Administratorfreelance.ca • Montreal, Canada
Windows Administrator

Windows Administrator

freelance.ca • Montreal, Canada
24 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description
Company Description: At […], we empower top-tier financial institutions with exceptional talent in banking and capital markets. We are currently seeking, on behalf of one of our clients, a high-caliber IT Operational Risk Representative (ORR).

Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced and proactive Windows Administrator to join our Windows systems administration team. This role focuses on hands-on technical expertise to ensure the stability, security, and performance of our Windows server environment. The Windows Administrator will contribute to operational excellence and collaborate with IT team members to align systems with organizational goals.

Key Responsibilities:

Technical:

•Perform installation, configuration, and maintenance of Windows Server environments.

•Ensure system reliability and performance through proactive monitoring, troubleshooting, and optimization.

•Maintain backup and disaster recovery strategies to minimize downtime and data loss.

•Execute patch management, updates, and security measures to protect systems from vulnerabilities.

•Administer virtualization platforms (e.g., Hyper-V, VMware, SimpliVity, Citrix) and cloud services (e.g., Azure AD, Microsoft 365).

Collaborative Duties:

•Work alongside local and global IT teams (network, security, database, and application teams) to support and implement integrated IT solutions as part of day-to-day activities.

•Follow and contribute to standard operating procedures, documentation, and best practices.

•Stay current with emerging technologies and recommend enhancements to improve infrastructure efficiency and scalability.

•Support budget planning efforts by providing input on hardware and software needs.

•Adhere to organizational policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

Minimal education level: Bachelor and/or Master’s Degree or equivalent in Computer Science Technology and management

Minimum relevant experience: 10 years

Mandatory Technical Skills:

•Proficiency in Active Directory administration, including domain controllers, user accounts, group policies, and security settings.

•Expert knowledge of Windows Server administration, Active Directory, and Group Policy management.

•Strong understanding of networking protocols (DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP) and IT security practices.

•Hands-on experience with virtualization environments (e.g., Hyper-V, VMware, SimpliVity, or Citrix).

•Experience administering email and messaging systems (e.g., Microsoft 365, Exchange).

•Solid understanding of IT security principles, including patch management, access controls, and vulnerability remediation.

•Experienced in migrating applications from one OS to another. Ex: windows [phone removed].

•Strong ability to troubleshoot complex problems between multiple applications.

Other Requirements:

•Experience in IT service delivery in a global, multicultural environment.

•7+ years of experience in Windows system administration.

•Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

•Knowledge of the banking domain and more specifically, investment banking.
Create a job alert for this search

Windows Administrator • Montreal, Canada

Similar jobs

Windows System Administrator

TMC CanadaMontreal (administrative region), QC, CA
Permanent

Work with and become proficient in a variety of enterprise technology from Microsoft, Citrix, VMWare, HP, and many others.Work with and be part of a talented global team, employing a Follow the Sun... Show more

 • Promoted

Senior Active Directory Systems Administrator

SII CanadaMontreal (administrative region), QC, CA
Full-time

Une entreprise de technologie recherche un expert technique pour rejoindre son équipe de support Active Directory de niveau 3.Le candidat idéal aura un diplôme en informatique ou en ingénierie, ain... Show more

 • Promoted

Survey Taker: Earn up to $25 per survey (Remote)

Earn HausSaint-Lin--Laurentides, QC, CA
Remote
Full-time +1

Looking for people to participate in taking online surveys for Fortune 500 brands.All you need to do is complete online surveys by sharing your opinion.You will help influence brand decisions on se... Show more

 • Promoted

Configurator / Administrator Microsoft Power Platform

National Bank of CanadaMontreal
Full-time

A career as a Configurator and Administrator of Microsoft Power Platform, Copilot M365 and Copilot Studio on the Centre of Excellence (CoE) team at National Bank means that you can act as a technic... Show more

 • Promoted

Pega Administrator`

Soho Square SolutionsMontréal, Montreal (administrative region), Canada
Full-time

Senior Pega Developer opportunity at Soho Square Solutions (Montreal, QC).This role involves maintaining and developing multiple Pega applications across the organization.Business Process Managemen... Show more

 • Promoted

IT - Systems Administrator

JAM Industries, LtdMontreal (administrative region), QC, CA
Full-time

Don't skip a beat, apply to JAM Industries!.JAM, making the world sound better, one brand at a time! Do these words sound like music to your ears?.Since 1972, JAM has grown to be one of the largest... Show more

 • Promoted

Snowflake administrator

Tekgence IncMontreal (administrative region), QC, CA
Full-time

A Snowflake Administrator is responsible for managing, securing, optimizing, and governing an organization’s Snowflake Data Cloud environment.The role focuses on user management, access control, wa... Show more

 • Promoted

Lease Administrator

Tadpool Real EstateMontreal (administrative region), QC, CA
Full-time

Our client is a leading commercial real estate advisory firm with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality services across complex portfolios.Known for its collaborative and entrepreneurial ... Show more

 • Promoted

Senior IT Infrastructure Administrator, Security

Confluencemontreal (administrative region), qc, Canada
Full-time

Confluence is a global investment data technology organization operating across multiple countries.The Senior Infrastructure Security Engineer works within the IT Infrastructure team and partners c... Show more

 • Promoted

IT System Administrator for Global Support

Accedian NetworksMontreal (administrative region), QC, CA
Full-time

Accedian Networks is looking for an IT System Administrator to support its international sales force.Engage in maintaining critical IT infrastructure and enhancing network performance.In this role,... Show more

 • Promoted

Advanced Linux Systems Administrator Role

Tech Talent InternationalMontreal
Full-time

Pursue a challenging role as a Senior Linux Systems Administrator with Tech Talent International in downtown Montreal.This position offers a competitive salary and a hybrid work environment after i... Show more

 • Promoted

Hybrid Cloud Administrator in Montreal

Portage CyberTechMontreal West, QC, CA
Full-time

Shape the future of IT at Portage CyberTech as a Hybrid Cloud Administrator focused on Microsoft 365, Azure, and AWS environments.This role is an integral part of our corporate IT team based in dow... Show more

 • Promoted

Dynamic Network Administrator Focused on Security and Maintenance

ReelcruitDorval, QC, CA
Full-time

Become a key player as a Network Administrator dedicated to the security and maintenance of network infrastructure.Thrive in a role where your skills in optimizing performance and ensuring availabi... Show more

 • Promoted

DART Aerospace Senior IT Network Administrator

DART AerospaceMontreal (administrative region), QC, CA
Full-time

Advance your career with DART Aerospace as a Senior System & Network Administrator in Montreal, QC.This on-site position requires expertise in systems, networks, and cloud management for aerospace ... Show more

 • Promoted

IT Systems Database Administrator Role

Alteo Inc.Montreal (administrative region), QC, CA
Permanent

Alteo is hiring a Systems Database Administrator in Montreal for a permanent position focused on system reliability and security.Help drive performance improvements through collaborative skills.Thi... Show more

 • Promoted

System Administrator

ALTEN CanadaMontreal (administrative region), QC, CA
Full-time

In just three decades, ALTEN has become a global leader in Research & Development, Engineering, IT Services, Life Sciences, and Network Services.With a presence in more than 30 countries and a team... Show more

 • Promoted

System Administrator

UbisoftMontreal (administrative region), QC, CA
Full-time

Distribution team within the IT Games and Studios group.You will contribute to the operation, evolution, and automation of the infrastructure and services that support game production on internal a... Show more

 • Promoted

Systems and Network Administrator

Fuze Logistics Services IncMount Royal, Montreal (administrative region), CA
Full-time

Fuze Logistics Services is a next generation 3PL headquartered in Montreal, with offices across North America, leveraging cutting-edge technologies and decades of industry expertise to facilitate t... Show more

 • Promoted

IBM Maximo Administrator

Aversan Inc.Montreal (administrative region), QC, CA
Full-time

We deliver leading‑edge and reliable safety‑critical electronics and software systems to the aerospace, defence, and space industries.We are currently seeking a qualified.Administer and support IBM... Show more

 • Promoted

Linux System Administrator

VBeyond CorporationMontreal, Montreal (administrative region), CA
Full-time

Direct message the job poster from VBeyond Corporation.Technical Recruiter at VBeyond Corporation.The purpose of this job is to fulfill the Unix/Linux Engineer position.This is a hands-on Linux/Sol... Show more