Network, Systems and Security Administrator (UTemp)
Toronto, ON, Canada
CAD 49.21-49.21 / hour
Network, Systems and Security Administrator (UTemp)
Date Posted: 08/06/2026
Req ID:49747
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Pharmacy
Department: Faculty of Pharmacy
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Existing Vacancy: Yes
Description:
UTemp is hiring!
UTemp is the University of Toronto’s short-term staffing service. We pride ourselves on the high number of UTemp employees who are able to make the transition from short-term casual employment to appointed positions within the University of Toronto.
The UTemp team handles each project with a unique hands-on approach to ensure we find the best candidate for the job. We strive to create long-lasting and successful relationships by finding individuals with strong professional office skills and work ethic.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Configuring system applications according to needs
- Creating complex and technical documentation and user support guides
- Troubleshooting and resolving system, network and/or server problems
- Conducting preventative maintenance on computing systems
- Liaising with technical specialists to resolve end-user issues
- Planning and implementing components of IT-related projects
- Executing security measures for network devices and introducing variations as required
- Keeping well-informed on current technologies, best practices and industry standards
Essential Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Minimum 5 years of recent experience with server, network, and system administration, support, and troubleshooting in a heterogeneous computing environment.
- Demonstrated experience and solid understanding of endpoint management administration using platforms such as MS Intune, SCCM and KACE.
- Demonstrated experience and solid understanding of administering Active Directory, DNS and DHCP.
- Demonstrated experience and solid understanding of Unix/Linux (Ubuntu), Windows (11 and Server 2019/2022/2025), and Apple OS/X operating systems, server and workstations; virtualized servers (VSphere, VMware).
- Demonstrated experience and solid understanding of deploying, configuring, and maintaining networking infrastructure and security, including firewalls (PaloAlto), and switches.
- Solid Linux/UNIX shell, Windows (such as Bash and PowerShell) scripting skills.
- Strong knowledge of networking concepts such as TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN, and VLANs.
- Strong knowledge of applying digital certificates, managing vulnerabilities, endpoint security, patch management, system monitoring, and backup/recovery practices.
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft SharePoint site and site collection administration.
- Good knowledge of current cybersecurity principles and best practices.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and a demonstrated ability to continually learn on-the-job, and on own initiative, to keep current with rapid changes in a highly dynamic department.
- Strong commitment to high-quality service and ability to exercise good judgment, discretion, and tact while remaining calm under pressure.
- Ability to write technical specifications, operational, and end-user documentation.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively and accurately both orally and in writing, including the ability to communicate technical concepts to persons with non technical backgrounds
- Ability to work under high-pressure conditions and with multiple competing and incompatible deadlines/priorities.
Assets (Nonessential):
- Ability to identify areas of vulnerability in the use, storage or modification of personal information.
- Understanding of project management and procurement processes.
- Certificates in endpoint administration, network, security and/or privacy, or progress in their pursuit. ITIL foundations level (or higher) certification.
- Familiarity with the University environment, governance, and policies.
To be successful in this role you will be:
- Accountable
- Communicator
- Motivated self-learner
- Organized
- Problem solver
- Resourceful
- Team player
Term Length: 3-months
Closing Date: 08/13/2026,11:59PM ET
Employee Group: USW Local 1998 (Casual)
Appointment Type: Budget - Casual
Schedule: Monday to Friday; 8:45am - 5:00pm
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone: $49.21/hour
Job Category: Information Technology (IT)
A job description is available upon request
Diversity Statement
The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.
As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see http://uoft.me/UP.
Accessibility Statement
The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.
The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.
If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact uoft.careers@utoronto.ca.
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