Senior Systems Specialist

Everest, North America’s leader in toys, games, and gifts, is seeking a Senior Systems Specialist for our Ancaster office.

This role is for an expert who thrives in technical problem-solving, systems optimization, and strategic infrastructure design.

Only highly experienced candidates local to Ancaster should apply, as remote work is not available.

Key Responsibilities:

• System & Network Engineering: Design, deploy, and manage complex systems with Watchguard appliances, virtualization (Proxmox, VMware), and secure network architectures.
• Automation and Scripting Mastery: Drive automation with Power Automate, PowerShell, and advanced scripting (Bash, Python), significantly optimizing processes and workflows.
• Strategic System Management: Oversee large-scale Windows and Linux deployments, optimize performance, and lead technical initiatives to ensure high availability and security.
• Technical Leadership: Lead by example, solve complex issues, and support team skill growth through mentorship.

Must-Haves:

• Senior-level expertise in Watchguard, Zabbix, SQL, Power Automate, PowerShell, MDT, and strong virtualization experience.
• Proven problem-solving skills in high-stakes technical environments.
• Local to Ancaster, Ontario – please do not apply if you’re distant or lack these core skills, as this role is not entry-level.

Nice-to-Haves:

• Experience with Sage X3, Avaya, MSP environments, or wholesale operations.

If you’re ready to leverage your advanced skills, we’d love to hear from you!

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $1.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Disability insurance
• On-site parking
• Store discount
• Vision care

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• On call

Application Question(s):

• Do you have working experience deploying and managing Windows systems with Microsoft Deployment Tool (MDT)? Yes or no.
• Have you used Power Automate extensively to build and deploy automation workflows? Yes or no.
• What are your salary expectations?
• Do you have experience with Zabbix for system monitoring and Grafana for data visualization? Yes or no.
• Are you proficient in PowerShell and Bash scripting for automation and troubleshooting? Yes or no.
• Have you led large deployments of Watchguard appliances in a production environment? Yes or no.

Work Location: In person