Cloud (Azure) Architect & Deployment Specialist

  • Full-time

Company Description

Our client, a leading Managed Service Provider centrally located in Burlington at the corner of QEW & Walkers Line, servicing clients located throughout the Greater Toronto Area, Niagara, Greater Hamilton, and Southwestern Ontario.

Looking for a talented Cloud Architect & Deployment Specialist to join our tight-knit team, to provide clients the best experience possible, and deliver on the brand promise. A successful candidate will join the team of hard working, educated and value-driven members.

Last and most importantly, the successful candidate will know they have made an impact in our community. The purpose of is To Support People Who Make a Positive Difference.

For every 10 paid cloud seats, the company will provide 1 cloud seat to a registered charity or not-for-profit for free. In addition, leverage the connections to provide free or highly discounted technology, so they may use their limited funds to better service those in need.

Job Description

As a member of the project team, you will be responsible for designing/architecting Cloud solutions and assisting with deployment efforts for small and mid-sized businesses. The desired skills are:

  • A strong background and acumen for all things design and architecture
  • Advanced knowledge of Windows Server, Exchange and Terminal Services
  • Knowledge of Security Certificates and Web Hosting/DNS
  • Advanced Knowledge and experience with Microsoft 365, with focus on
  1. Intune
  2. Sharepoint Online
  3. Exchange Online
  4. Teams
  5. OneDrive
  • Configure and Deploy:
  1. Client and internal systems based on Microsoft Windows Server, Exchange, SQL, Sharepoint, Terminal Services, etc.
  2. Environments based on VMWare and Microsoft Hyper-V.
  3. Microsoft 365
  • Create and Update System Documentation to transition clients back to Service
  • Communicate & provide progress updates with clients and team members in a highly professional manor
  • Provide leadership and support for the Project Field Technicians
  • Work Directly with Project Manager to facilitate successful deployment of Scoped projects
  • Assist in Scoping out client sites and developing solutions for projects

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

  • 2+ Years experience managing and maintaining systems and networks at an MSP or CSP
  • Microsoft 365 Certified: Enterprise Administrator Expert Cert
  • A valid driver’s licence with reliable access to a vehicle

Highly Desirable·         

  • Experience in Pre and Post Sales activities
  • Current Microsoft Certifications in the “Modern Desktop” path.  E.g. MD-100, MD-101
  • Client and internal network infrastructure based on WatchGuard, Cisco & Ubiquiti networks which include configuring WAN, VPN, LAN, vLAN connectivity, firewall & security services.
  • Project Management and leadership experience
  • VMWare VCP
  • Experience with WatchGuard Firewalls
  • Experience with StorageCraft ShadowProtect
  • Experience with ConnectWise (Manage, Automate & Control) and IT Glue

Other

  • Interpersonal, telephony, communication and active listening
  • Ability to adapt to changes quickly
  • Ability to work some evenings and weekends for projects or emergencies

This position is a combination of in-office, remote work and site-visits based on project requirements.

We thank all applicants for their interest in this position; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.