Questrade Financial Group (QFG) of Companies is committed to helping our customers become much more financially successful and secure. We are everything a traditional financial institution is not. At QFG, you will be constantly moving forward, bringing the future of fintech into existence. You will be a part of a collaborative team that cares deeply about our mission and each other. Your team members will help you conquer challenges, push boundaries and discover what you are truly capable of. This is a place where you can explore, discover and learn with continuous growth. As a diverse and inclusive place to work, there are flexible working arrangements so you can unleash your creativity and curiosity with no limits. If you share the same sense of infinite possibility, come shape your future at Questrade. We're looking for our next Systems Administrator. Could It Be You? The primary objective of a Systems Administrator is to create, implement, and maintain a dependable infrastructure (Mainly on AWS). This requires ensuring consistent reliability, robust security, and unparalleled scalability to meet evolving demands.What's it like working as a Systems Administrator at Questrade?The Systems Administrator will be responsible for installing, configuring, and maintaining operating systems and applications on cloud servers (both Linux and Windows) in AWS cloud. They will implement security best practices, perform regular backup procedures, and monitor cloud infrastructure for performance, availability, and security incidents. Additionally, they will develop and maintain automation scripts to streamline administrative tasks and manage cloud resources efficiently, as well as ensure systems and applications are aligned with corporate policies, procedures and best practices with a strong focus on documentation and high availability.Responsibilities:Install, configure, and maintain operating systems and applications.Support and maintain Linux (RHEL) and Windows (2016+) server systems using tools like Satellite and SCCM, Ansible, Saltstack and other automation tools.Implement security best practices, including user access controls, firewall configuration, and data encryption on AWS.Perform regular system backups and disaster recovery procedures to ensure data integrity and business continuity.Monitor cloud infrastructure, applications, and services for performance, availability, and security incidents.Identify and resolve issues related to cloud infrastructure, network connectivity, and application performance.Develop and maintain automation scripts using tools like PowerShell, Python, or Bash.Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices using tools like Terraform or CloudFormation for provisioning and managing cloud resources.Create and maintain comprehensive documentation of cloud infrastructure, configurations, and processes.Generate reports on system performance, usage, and costs to support decision-making and optimization efforts.Participate in a rotating on-call schedule which includes performing server maintenance/updates and providing technical support after hours.So are YOU our next Systems Administrator? You are if you…Have 3+ years experience in a large-scale (2000+ VMs) environment with exposure to Linux, Windows and VMWare ESXi 6+.Have hands-on (production) experience in any Cloud provider (AWS preferred).Possess proficiency in scripting and automation using tools like PowerShell, Python, Bash, Satellite, Ansible, Saltstack and other automation tools.Are familiar with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) concepts and tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation).Have a solid understanding of networking principles and protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, VPN).Have experience with monitoring and logging tools such as AWS CloudWatch.Possess excellent knowledge of Active Directory, Azure AD, DNS, DHCP and Group Policy management.Have solid networking knowledge (OSI Layers, well-known protocols) and strong documentation and presentation skills.Are eager to learn new skills and develop new techniques.Have strong attention to detail, comprehensive problem solving and troubleshooting skills.Can effectively follow procedures and policies.Can work independently or under minimum supervision. Disaster Recovery/High Availability experience would be an asset.Have experience in regulated environments is an asset (SOC, ISO27001, NIT, PCI) including escalations, change and incident management.Possess strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.Have excellent communication and collaboration abilities, including presenting technology strategy to executives.Have experience in banking and financial domains is preferred.Sounds like you? Click below to apply! #LI-CP1 At Questrade Financial Group of Companies, with multiple office locations around the world, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and accessible work environment. This is an environment where individuals are treated with dignity and respect. Here, the unique skills and experience you bring will be valued. You will be supported and motivated, so that you can harness your unlimited potential. Our team reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and operate in. Having a collaborative and diverse team helps us push boundaries to bring the future of fintech into existence—not only for the benefit of our customers, but for those who build their career with us.Candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly. If you require accommodation during the recruitment/selection process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.
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