Northland Power Inc.

IT/OT Senior Systems Administrator

Careers: Toronto, ON, Canada · Senior · Full-time

Sponsorship not specified$83k-$104kDetected 31 days ago

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About the role

We're a different kind of independent power producer.
As an IT/OT Senior Systems Administrator, you will be responsible for designing, maintaining, and optimizing hybrid on‑premises and cloud infrastructure supporting IT and OT operations.

The role ensures reliability, scalability, and security of critical systems and drives modernization initiatives that enable operational excellence.
Manage datacenter infrastructure (servers, racks, cabling, power, environmental monitoring) to ensure availability, resilience, and uptime.
Configure and support load balancing solutions (Citrix NetScaler or equivalent) to maintain application performance and security.
Support enterprise printing services, including print servers, network printers, and lifecycle management.
Support VoIP platforms (Avaya, Microsoft Teams Phone), ensuring proper integration, call routing, and quality of service.
Perform patch management, vulnerability remediation, and secure baseline implementation across operating systems, applications, and identity platforms.
Collaborate with managed service providers and internal teams to maintain platform stability and performance.
Configure and manage Privileged Identity Management (PIM), MFA, and Identity Protection policies.
Manage Microsoft 365 tenants and services, ensuring secure configuration aligned with best practices.
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Experience with Exchange and SQL Server administration, patching, and performance tuning.
Practical knowledge of SAN/NAS (HPE Nimble, QNAP) and enterprise backup solutions (Veeam, Cohesity, Acronis).
Working experience with infrastructure monitoring and performance tools (PRTG, Nagios, SolarWinds, etc.)
Strong scripting skills using PowerShell for automation and custom reporting.
Strong troubleshooting skills, ownership mindset, and ability to work cross‑functionally.
Experience with Linux server administration (Ubuntu, Red Hat, or CentOS) for application hosting, file services, or automation frameworks.
Experience supporting OT network environments, HMIs, or historian systems.
Familiarity with Palo Alto, Cisco, or HPE/Aruba network devices.

While our work powers communities across the globe, Northland is powered by our people.

$83,200.00 - $104,000.00
You will also receive three additional days off annually to observe any other events that are important to you.

Wellbeing first - Staying true to our taking care of ourselves and each other value, you will have access to our global Wellness Program and Employee Assistance Program, including access to mental health resources.

At Northland, we're enablers of change, united by our journey to transform the energy sector into the foundation for a sustainable future.
Since our inception, we've been early movers in the energy industry, adopting new initiatives that pave the way for communities across the globe and helping forge their path towards a carbon-neutral landscape.
We're a different kind of independent power producer. As developers, owners and operators who are at the forefront of the energy transition, we're uniquely positioned to leave a lasting impact in the regions where we operate. We've expanded our business across Canada, the United States, Latin America, Europe and Asia to become a global leader, all by bringing together industry experts to find solutions with an entrepreneurial mindset.
As developers, owners and operators who are at the forefront of the energy transition, we're uniquely positioned to leave a lasting impact in the regions where we operate.
We've expanded our business across Canada, the United States, Latin America, Europe and Asia to become a global leader, all by bringing together industry experts to find solutions with an entrepreneurial mindset.
IT/OT Senior Systems Administrator
Josh Manuelpillai - IT/OT Manager, Regional Infrastructure Operations
Infrastructure Management & Operations
Build, administer, and support hybrid IT/OT infrastructure including Windows Server, VMware, Hyper‑V, and Microsoft 365 workloads.

Northland Power is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to creating a fair, inclusive and accessible environment.
If you require special assistance or accommodation during the hiring process, please notify a member of the HR Department.

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