Network Systems Administrator

Network Systems Administrator

Renfrew County is located in the heart of the Ottawa Valley in Eastern Ontario and stretches from the outskirts of Canada's capital. The district covers an area that reaches to Deep River in the northwest, Arnprior in the east and the edges of Algonquin Park in the south.

We educate 9,400 students in 28 schools and are the third largest employer in Renfrew County.  At the Renfrew County District School Board (RCDSB), we celebrate the unique contributions of each individual. We cultivate an environment that values imagination and innovation. We guide and support our students as they consider the evolving opportunities of the 21st century and discover their own pathways to success. As a member of the RCDSB team, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment.

We are recruiting for a Network Systems Administrator. This is a permanent, full-time position.

A key member of the network support team, the Network Systems Administrator plans, installs and oversees the maintenance and security of the wide area and local area networks, externally hosted services (SASE / ZTNA) and computer related hardware. This role also provides training and supervision to staff on the effective operation and maintenance of networked systems. 

Responsibilities:

• Plan, install and maintain telephony equipment and services.
• Support diagnostic testing and problem resolution of LANs and WAN.
• Configuration and programming for WAN routers and switches.
• Implement and manage access to Internet based services and resources.
• Maintain accurate network maps and documentation.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of a disaster recovery plan for WAN and LAN components.
• Implement and manage an electronic security system to protect WAN resources.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.

• High school (Grade 12) graduation, plus a post-secondary program of over three and up to four years in an IT-related discipline.
• Over one year of recent related IT or network experience.
• Experience and formal training combined with demonstrated performance and  ability may substitute for stipulated academic and experience requirements.
• Current and applicable cetwork engineering industry certification is required.
• Progressive experience in LAN and WAN installation and support.
• Strong technical knowledge of network topologies and protocols.
• Strong technical knowledge of edge and internet hosted security technologies (Firewalls, SASE, ZTNA).
• Strong organizational and time management skills with particular attention to detail.
• A focus on providing excellent customer service by identifying and meeting customer needs, using processes and procedures that are customer oriented and seeking solutions to resolve service issues.
• Valid Ontario class G driver’s license with access to an insured vehicle for travel to district sites and will be required to transport equipment.

Closing: March 26, 2025 at 12:00pm

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Hiring will follow the requirements outlined in the CUPE 1321 collective agreement and the RCDSB administrative procedures. Members of the bargaining unit will be given first consideration. The board reserves the right not to fill a position.

Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. All other applicants are thanked for their interest.

All offers of employment are conditional upon receipt of a current vulnerable sector screening criminal background check and educational qualifications acceptable to the district.

The RCDSB is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive workplace. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Applicants requiring a Code-protected accommodation are encouraged to advise human resources (hrdept@rcdsb.on.ca) throughout any stage of the recruitment process. The Renfrew County District School Board is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion in our employment practices.