Job Description

ThinkOn is expanding its Public Sector team!

As a Technician in Public Sector Services, you will play a crucial role in supporting various aspects of Public Sector Services activities within the organization. This role involves providing technical assistance for new/existing platforms, architecture changes, and routine maintenance for clients in the public sector. This position requires the ability to work in a 24/7 environment, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed. Candidates must be available to work flexible hours and be on-call to address any urgent situations that may arise, including handling system administration and conducting routine maintenance tasks. ThinkOn is a remote-first organization. At this time, we are welcoming candidates from North Bay, Ontario, Canada for this position.

You Will:Assist in solutions-based design for both the company and public sector clients under the guidance of senior team members. Support research, design, planning, and coordination of infrastructure upgrades, enhancements, and improvements. Participate in investigations of public sector client infrastructure setups, assess capabilities, and contribute to recommendations for addressing various issues. Contribute to the research of new products to enhance and standardize Public Sector Services solution offerings. Actively engage in maintaining business hours system administration and routine maintenance work, including occasional off-business hour system maintenance. Contribute to operational and business-critical projects with guidance from senior team members. Participate in internal and public sector-focused meetings, providing technical assistance and support. Perform other related tasks as required.


You Have:Entry to intermediate level of experience, with a willingness to learn and operate in a dynamic environment. Educational background in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Basic understanding of IT infrastructure components, including Windows server, network, virtualization, and backup. Familiarity with Active Directory Infrastructure, DNS, DHCP, and other Microsoft infrastructure services. Exposure to Windows Server, Linux Server, VMware, with the ability to learn and troubleshoot basic problems Interest in LAN and WAN networking, switching, routing, and firewalls. Willingness to develop skills in enterprise-level infrastructure support, including disaster recovery technologies. Ability to assist in needs assessments and contribute to technical recommendations. Basic documentation skills with an emphasis on diligence. Interest in learning about IaaS, PaaS, and other cloud-based services. Awareness of IT security principles.
Security Clearance:

Mandatory

: + Eligible to obtain and maintain Government of Canada Secret Clearance Status.

Education

: + Completion or pursuit of a degree/diploma in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline.

Experience

: + Entry to intermediate level with 1-3 years of hands-on experience in a technical role related to IT infrastructure support.



Benefits and Perks:A remote-first culture Competitive compensation package Flexible time-off for vacation; 5 personal days/year Comprehensive health and dental benefits A $500 Wellness & Learning allowance
Eligible to join the ThinkOn Group Retirement Savings Plan Referral Bonuses for successful hires

About ThinkOn Inc. | Where Data Thrives:
Founded in 2013, ThinkOn is a managed infrastructure services provider (MISP) with a global data center footprint, focused on empowering partners to do whatever they need to do with their data. ThinkOn's team of data-obsessed experts protect clients' data like it's their own, making it more resilient, secure, actionable, and searchable. ThinkOn is Channel First and works with a global network of value-add resellers and managed service providers to provide creative, turnkey Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS), Disaster Recovery-as-a-Service (DRaaS), and Backup-as-a-Service (BaaS) solutions and data management services that are fast, flexible, scalable, highly secure, and cost-effective with predictable pricing and no hidden fees. ThinkOn has data centers located across North America, the United Kingdom, Australia, and the Caribbean.

Recognized for its substantial growth and global success, ThinkOn has been named to several notable lists, including The Globe and Mail's Report on Business ranking of "Canada's Top Growing Companies" (2021 and 2022), the Deloitte Technology Fast 500 (2021 and 2022), the Deloitte Technology Fast 50 (2021), CIOReview's "Most Promising Backup Solution Provider" (2021), the Canadian Business "Growth List," and Channel Daily News' "Top 100 Solution Providers" (2021).

ThinkOn is headquartered in Toronto, Ontario. To learn more, visit www.ThinkOn.com

Accessibility Accommodations:
ThinkOn is committed to a workforce that is reflective of diverse populations. We welcome applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and accessibility standards across Canada, ThinkOn provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs. We are committed to a selection process and work environment that is inclusive, equitable, accessible, and adheres to our corporate values.

Learn more about our corporate values at www.ThinkOn.com/values/.