Job Description

• Maintain existing software for both perfective and corrective change;
• Provisioning of software/hardware updates;
• Assisting DND in identifying, selecting and implementing software/hardware changes;
• Designing, implementing, operating and maintaining of SE Virtual Private Networks (VPNs);
• Providing network configuration management services;
• Testing and maintaining network operation;
• Installing, updating and monitoring of computer/network security utilities; and
• Maintaining computer/network hardware at all sites.

Qualifications

• Must have a College Technical Diploma related to Information Technology
• 10 years of experience in an applicable field of IT as a technician
• 4 years' experience in the last 5 years performing the role of a Computer/Network technician maintaining and testing of computer systems and related products
• Experience providing technical planning and support for a 50+ device networks
• Experience with routing and network protocols such as OSPF, spanning tree, VLANs and VPNs
• Experience maintaining WAN and LAN systems
• Experience in the configuration control and documentation of WAN and LAN systems
• Experience working in WAN and LAN improvement projects
• Experience working in a Microsoft operating system environment
• Experience working in a Unix/Linux operating system environment
• Experience applying security updates for known system vulnerabilities
• Experience monitoring and managing endpoint security protection systems
• Experience supporting virtualization or containerization environments

Additional Information

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a government Secret clearance
• Able to go onsite in Halifax 5 days a week

Work-Life Balance
We strongly support a healthy and productive work-life balance. This starts with a flexible approach to work, and policies designed to support employees through their day-to-day routines and major life events. For example, we offer a Maternity/Parental Top-Up (up to 52 weeks) and a Reservist Leave Top-Up (up to 180 days).
Belong@ADGA
ADGA continuously strives to integrate advanced Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) approaches and practices into our work culture. Our employee-based DEI Committee explores activities and invites discussions that foster an environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and heard.
Compensation
Above and beyond our commitment to offer a competitive base salary, ADGA has a company-wide profit-sharing plan for all full-time and part-time employees.
Comprehensive Benefits and Total Rewards
We offer a comprehensive benefit program, providing employees with the choice between base or enhanced plans. Depending on the plan, ADGA pays for Health & Dental, a Health Spending Account, Short-Term Disability, an Employee Assistance Program, and a Telemedicine service. Also offered: discounts on gym memberships, 5,000+ perks through Perkoplis, a Deferred Profit Sharing Plan, and access to a wide range of other employee-centric services and savings programs.

Skills Required