[Hiring] Infrastructure & Storage Administrator @R2i

Role Description

R2i is currently looking for an Infrastructure & Storage Administrator to join its technical team. The successful candidate will participate in the analysis and implementation of various technology projects, manage Edwin (R2i’s cloud platform), oversee installations at client sites across Quebec and Ontario, and carry out client installations and infrastructure migrations. The role also involves providing Level 2 technical support on a rotating 24/7 basis, ensuring security, and monitoring the technologies and infrastructure components under their responsibility.

Working closely with other members of the technical team, the successful candidate will also act as a consultant to clients and participate in presales activities.

Main responsibilities:

• Install and configure equipment within Edwin (R2i’s cloud platform) and at client sites;
• Administer and maintain servers, storage systems, telecommunications and security infrastructure;
• Monitor and analyze infrastructure performance and produce periodic reports;
• Perform infrastructure migrations and operating system and software updates;
• Install and organize cabling in a meticulous and structured manner;
• Apply data center best practices;
• Work with various technologies, including IBM Power, PowerVM, VIOS, IBM Storage, Brocade, Lenovo and Dell;
• Provide Level 2 technical support on a rotating 24/7 basis;
• Maintain the Configuration Management Database (CMDB) and Configuration Items (CIs) in accordance with ITIL practices;
• Perform administrative tasks related to CMDB and CI management;
• Prepare documentation, proposals, reports, analyses, technical specifications, estimates and other documents related to the position, obtaining approval when required;
• Share expertise across the organization as part of strategic projects;
• Perform any other related duties required by the Employer.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five (5) years of professional experience, including at least three (3) years in similar roles within the past five (5) years;
• Relevant education or training related to the position;
• Hands-on experience with IBM, HMC, VIOS, Brocade, Dell and Lenovo technologies;
• Hands-on experience in a cloud environment;
• Availability to travel throughout Quebec and Ontario;
• Residence in the Greater Montreal area;
• Ability to work in both French and English.

Requirements

• In-depth knowledge of IBM Power servers, PowerVM, VIOS and HMC;
• In-depth knowledge of IBM storage systems, including Storwize and SVC;
• Knowledge of Brocade and Cisco zoning;
• Basic knowledge of IBM i, AIX and Linux operating systems;
• Knowledge of data center architecture.

Assets

• Knowledge of VMware, Hyper-V and Veeam;
• Knowledge of VMware vCloud Director;
• Knowledge of IBM Cloud Object Storage;
• Any other certification considered relevant to the position.

Skills and personal characteristics

• Strong ability to learn;
• Ability to manage multiple tasks across multiple sites and clients;
• Ability to handle several projects simultaneously;
• Resourcefulness, versatility and autonomy;
• Strong time management and prioritization skills;
• Excellent communication skills.

Benefits

• A flexible schedule and a great work-life balance;
• The opportunity to work remotely;
• Numerous learning and professional development opportunities;
• Events organized by an active social committee;
• Benefits including comprehensive group insurance, voluntary RRSP/TFSA contributions and competitive salaries.