Company Description

Canadian Bank Note Company (CBN) is a trusted leader in secure technology solutions for governments and businesses worldwide. The company operates across various business domains, including currency production, border security, civil identity, driver identification and vehicle information, excise control, lottery and charitable gaming.

Our 7 Core Principles shape and guide our corporate behaviours and underpin the sense of community you will experience at CBN. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment, where employees are valued for their contributions and encouraged to grow professionally.

At CBN we seek long-term relationships with our employees and recognize and reward them with a competitive total compensation package that includes:

An industry-leading defined contribution pension plan with company matching contributions (up to 5%) and payment of service fees;Best-in-class health, medical, and life insurance benefits;Access to virtual and telehealth services and apps; andVery progressive fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits to support all definitions of family.

 

Job Description

Internal Job Title: System Administrator
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Job Location: Ottawa, ON
Work Model: Hybrid

 

Position Summary

As a System Administrator in our International Service Delivery group, you will be responsible for configuring, virtualizing, managing, and maintaining the IT infrastructure of CBN deployed solutions for our international government customers. In this position you will provide ongoing support and tune and optimize system performance to ensure they remain available, dependable, and secure.

 

Responsibilities

System Administration

Install, configure, virtualize, and maintain servers, networks, and other IT infrastructure components. Leverage automation tools to enhance outcomes.

Performance Monitoring and Tuning

Monitor system performance, identify issues, and optimize performance.

Security Management

Implement and manage security measures to protect systems and databases from unauthorized access and threats.

Backup and Recovery

Develop and implement backup and recovery plans to ensure data protection and availability.

Troubleshooting and Support

Provide technical support for system including troubleshooting and resolving problems.

Documentation

Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for system and network configurations, changes, processes, and procedures.

Various other Duties and Responsibilities

 

Qualifications

Knowledge, Experience and Skills

Education: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology (or a related field) or an equivalent combination of relevant education and work experience.Certifications: CompTIA Server+, Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate, Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) or similar certifications are assets.Knowledge: System administration principles, database management principles, network protocols, security best practices.Experience: 4-8 years of experience in system administration with database exposure.Soft Skills: Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, excellent communication abilities, diligence, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.Competencies: Organizational skills, adaptability, and an initiative-taking approach to identifying and solving issues.

Technical Environment

Operating Systems: Linux, Windows ServerHardware: Servers, Storage (SAN/NAS), Switches, Routers, desktop/laptops, UPS/PDUsNetworking: Firewalls, VPN, VLANSoftware: Apache, TomcatVirtualization: VMware, JVM, XCP-NGCloud: Azure, AWSContainerization/Orchestration: Docker, KubernetesDeployment/Configuration: Any of the following - Puppet, Terraform, Ansible, Bicep, HelmchartSQL and Scripting: SQL, Python, PowerShell, BashSecurity: Active Directory, Kerberos, LDAP, BitLocker, LUKSTools: Git, OpenSSL, tcpdump, Wireshark, PowerCLI, Imaging Tools (CLonezilla), Reporting Tools

Mandatory Requirements

Language: Fluency in English (reading, writing, speaking)Physical Activities: Ability to lift/carry up to 25lbs.Work Hours: Ability to work on-call rotation that includes overnight/weekendsTravel: Ability to travel domestically/internationally (passport required) approx. 2-6 weeks/year

 

Additional Information

Canadian Bank Note Company (CBN) is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are treated with dignity and respect. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected status.

We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Our commitment to equity extends to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, training, and development. As part of our commitment to providing an inclusive, barrier free selection process, we ask that if you are contacted regarding the competition for this position, you advise the interview coordinator or any accommodation measures you may require.

At CBN, we value the unique perspectives and experiences that each employee brings to our organization, and we are committed to maintaining a workplace that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We believe that diversity and inclusion drive innovation and success, and we strive to create an environment where every employee can thrive and contribute to our collective goals.