Server and Storage Administrator - IT - Jobs in Bedford, NS

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Clearwater Seafoods is one of the world’s largest vertically integrated seafood companies with over 1,900 employees in offices, plants, and vessels across the globe. The Canadian company operates from ocean-to-plate, owning its own fishing licenses, vessels, and processing facilities, while also providing delivery to its customers worldwide. Clearwater is recognized globally for its superior quality, food safety and diversity of premium wild-caught seafood, including scallops, lobster, langoustine, clams, whelk, cold water shrimp and crabs.As a leading harvester, processor and marketer of sustainably sourced seafood, Clearwater supplies its products to wholesalers, retailers, and foodservice distributors throughout the world. Selling its products globally under the Clearwater, Macduff and various private label brands.Since its founding in 1976, Clearwater has invested in its science, innovative technology and management approaches to support sustainability and grow its wild seafood resource. This commitment has established Clearwater as a global leader in sustainable seafood excellence.Clearwater Seafoods’ Information Systems and Services department requires a Server and Storage Administrator role based at their Bedford, Nova Scotia Corporate Office. The position is a permanent full-time position and reports to the Global IT Operations Manager.Purpose of Position:The Server and Storage Administrator role is responsible for bridging the gap between “back office” IT and the requirements of our daily operations. This includes developing, maintaining, supporting, and optimizing key functional areas, particularly network infrastructure, server infrastructure, data communications, and telecommunications systems. The Server & Storage Administrator will also schedule and direct activities to resolve hardware, software and storage problems in a timely and accurate fashion. In addition, this role will assist in overall IT operations to ensure the stable operation of the organization’s Plant and remote location IT related infrastructure.Job Duties:Data Security/Recoverability:· Performing data backups and recoveries in a timely fashion;· Ensure data/media recoverability by implementing/monitoring/sustaining a schedule of system backups and database archive operations;· Supports media integrity management thorough internal methods and procedures or through offsite storage and retrieval services;· Develops and promotes up to date and current standard operating procedures and relevant documentation to support audit requirements;· Conducts routine data testing to validate backup and restore procedures; and· Negotiate with vendors, outsourcers, and contractors to secure infrastructure-specific products and services.Virtual Server and Database Infrastructure:· Install, configure, support and maintain virtual server and database environments and associated technology;· Responsible for meeting uptime SLA’s, ensuring diligent upkeep and proactive; maintenance windows in line with company RFC procedures;· Knowledge and experience and in using products such as Azure, PowerShell and Office 365; and· Negotiate with vendors, outsourcers, and contractors to secure infrastructure-specific products and services.Endpoint Security:

• Deploy, manage and maintain endpoint security systems and their corresponding or associated software, including Malware, endpoint encryption, cryptography systems, and anti-virus software; and
• Negotiate with vendors, outsourcers, and contractors to secure infrastructure-specific products and services.

Electronic Data Storage:· Install, configure, support and maintain storage area networks and associated technology;· Manage and set priorities for the design, maintenance, development, and evaluation of all storage systems;· Test storage performance regularly and provide performance statistics and reports; develop strategies for maintaining storage infrastructure; and· Negotiate with vendors, outsourcers, and contractors to secure infrastructure-specific products and services.Operations:

• Assist IT ERP vendor management operations, as well as back-up support for other IT functions.

Key Behavioural Competencies (Personal Characteristics):· Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills;· Able to conduct research into networking issues and products as required;· Ability to present ideas in user-friendly language;· Highly self-motivated and directed, with keen attention to detail;· Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities;· Able to effectively prioritize tasks in a high-pressure environment;· Strong customer service orientation; and· Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.Job Qualifications:· University degree and/or 5+ years of relevant work experience;· Training and certifications in network design and management;· Demonstrated success planning, communication and implementation of various systems, directly related to IT and otherwise;· Strong, hands-on technical knowledge of network and PC operating systems;· Working technical knowledge of current network hardware, protocols, and Internet standards;· Excellent hardware troubleshooting experience;· Competence with testing tools and procedures; and· Knowledge of applicable data privacy practices and laws.Working Conditions:· Location – Bedford, Nova Scotia with hybrid remote work schedule· Travel – occasional travel to plant operations will be required· COVID-19 Vaccination Status – must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as per Company policyJob Types: Full-time, PermanentBenefits:

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

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