Server Systems Administrator

Posted 22 days ago

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Job Details

Full Time

Location

Canada

Job Description

Overview
At KPMG, you'll join a team of diverse and dedicated problem solvers, connected by a common cause: turning insight into opportunity for clients and communities around the world.

The Forensics Server Administrator is a key technical resource responsible for management of various Forensics and eDiscovery technologies on Forensics production, test and development environments. This person is a member of a nation-wide team of technical support staff focused on ongoing support and new deployments of KPMG's IT infrastructure.

In this role, you will troubleshoot and resolve server-related issues, analyze and identify performance bottlenecks, recommend optimization opportunities, and support internal users, external clients and applications used in our environment while working closely with other IT staff.

What you will do

Manage and support production, test and development infrastructure consisting of 200+ servers and SANs
Proactively manage and identify system resource bottlenecks using performance monitors, profilers, custom scripts and third party tools.
Troubleshoot connectivity and performance issues related to servers and data enabled applications.
Develop and update documentation of all server instances, including architecture diagrams, schema definitions and operating procedure manuals.
Implement and maintain development, quality-assurance and test environments for development and version upgrade procedures.
Maintain security framework requirements set forth by company and clients and in line with KPMG security practices
Develop, implement and maintain backup and disaster recovery strategy for all and systems.
Support multiple concurrent projects and ensure proper documentation for operational support
Work closely with other internal IT groups, as well as 3rd party vendors and consultants to tune systems for optimal performance and resolve infrastructure issues. Provide on-call support outside of regular business hours

What you bring to the role

Experience with Relativity, Nuix and Forensics software
College Diploma or University Degree in the field of computer science and/or relevant work experience.
Minimum 4 years of progressive experience in an Enterprise environment.
Experience with Windows Server Systems, Windows Clusters & other related Microsoft technologies such as Active Directory, Exchange, Lync, SharePoint, SQL, SCCM, SCOM
Strong working knowledge of virtual and cloud technologies including VMware VSphere, Hyper-V and Azure
Experience configuring load balancing and HA
Working knowledge of Citrix applications including XenApp, Netscaler
Experience with Palo Alto firewall
Experience with Backup, Archiving and Disaster Recovery technologies
Experience with scripting using Windows PowerShell, VBScript, etc.
Ability to diagnose and resolve complex technology problems.
Demonstrate strong organizational and priority setting skills coupled with strong written and verbal communication skills
Highly self-motivated and able to effectively execute tasks in a high pressure environment
MCSE and ITIL V3 Foundations certifications desirable

Providing you with the support you need to be at your best
Our Values, The KPMG Way
Integrity, we do what is right | Excellence, we never stop learning and improving | Courage, we think and act boldly | Together, we respect each other and draw strength from our differences | For Better, we do what matters

KPMG in Canada is a proud equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive and barrier-free workplace that allows all of our people to reach their full potential. A diverse workforce is key to our success and we believe in bringing your whole self to work. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply and hope you will choose KPMG in Canada as your employer of choice. For more information about Inclusion, Diversity & Equity in Recruitment, please click here .

Adjustments and accommodations throughout the recruitment process
At KPMG, we strive for an inclusive recruitment process that allows all candidates to Come As You Are and Thrive with Us. We aim to provide a positive experience and are ready to offer adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best. Adjustments (an informal request), i.e. extra preparation time or the option for micro breaks during interviews, and accommodations (a formal request), i.e. accessible communication supports or technology aids are tailored to individual needs and role requirements.

To begin a confidential conversation about adjustments or accommodations at any point throughout the recruitment process, we encourage you to contact KPMG's Employee Relations Service team for support by emailing cdnersteam@kpmg.ca or by calling 1-888-466-4778, Option 3.

For information about accessible employment at KPMG, please visit our accessibility page .

About KPMG

KPMG LLP is the Canadian member firm of KPMG International. We provide Audit, Tax, and Advisory services to many of the public and private business, not-for profit, and public sector organizations in Canada. Nationally, there are 40 offices and over 700 partners and 7,000 employees working together to help Canadian businesses achieve their goals. Leveraging the skills, knowledge and passion of our firm and our people allows us to serve our clients with uncompromising professionalism, cutting through complexity to provide valuable insight—in Canada and around the world. KPMG s.r.l./S.E.N.C.R.L. est le cabinet canadien membre de KPMG International Cooperative (« KPMG International »). Nous offrons des services professionnels en audit et en fiscalité ainsi que des services-conseils à une vaste clientèle composée notamment de sociétés ouvertes et fermées, d’organismes sans but lucratif et d’organisations du secteur public au Canada. KPMG compte 40 bureaux à l’échelle nationale, au sein desquels collaborent plus de 700 associés et 7 000 employés pour aider les sociétés canadiennes à atteindre leurs objectifs. Nous misons sur les compétences et le savoir-faire de notre équipe pour servir nos clients − au Canada et ailleurs dans le monde − avec rigueur et professionnalisme. Notre mission première : simplifier la complexité en proposant des perspectives éclairantes.