Systems Administrator

Lorval Capital Management is focused on building strong, sustainable businesses across multiple industries. With a long-term vision and stable foundation, the organization emphasizes growth from within, empowering employees to develop their careers while contributing to meaningful results. The culture is rooted in accountability, collaboration, and a shared commitment to excellence.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including Medical, Dental, Drug coverage, and a RRSP matching plan.

As the Systems Administrator you will run the IT backbone of an entire family office group — servers, identity, virtualization, security, and second-tier support across multiple operating businesses. This is a hands-on, ownership-heavy role for an experienced sysadmin who wants real responsibility, modern infrastructure, and a security-forward team.

You’ll own the day-to-day operation of the servers, storage, virtualization, identity, and security tooling that keep the Lorval group running — and you’ll have real latitude to harden the environment, automate the routine, and bring discipline to the work that matters most. You’ll report to the Manager, IT Infrastructure \& Security and work alongside the Network Administrator and IT Technicians. The IT Technicians handle tier-1 — your seat is for the work that needs more than a quick fix.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Server \& Infrastructure Operations — Maintain and support the server, storage, virtualization, and SAN infrastructure that runs the Lorval group. Monitor performance and availability. Keep things running cleanly and catch problems before users do.
• Identity \& Access Management — Administer Active Directory and Entra ID — user accounts, group policy, conditional access, role assignments, and the rest of the identity surface that sits at the centre of every modern environment.
• Microsoft 365 Administration — Own the Microsoft 365 tenant — Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive, security and compliance configuration. Keep it tidy, current, and well-governed.
• Security Hardening — Partner with the Manager, IT Infrastructure \& Security on patching cadence, endpoint protection, and the day-to-day security hygiene work that quietly keeps the lights on.
• Backup \& Disaster Recovery — Run, test, and verify backup and recovery operations using Veeam, Acronis, or equivalent tooling. Treat a backup that has not been tested as a backup that does not exist.
• Tier-2 Support — Take the escalations the IT Technicians can’t close. Diagnose methodically, communicate clearly, and leave better documentation behind than you found.
• Project Delivery — Lead and contribute to infrastructure projects — upgrades, migrations, new platform rollouts, and the larger initiatives the team takes on each year.
• Documentation \& Automation — Document what you build and what you change. Use PowerShell to automate repetitive work so it stops being repetitive.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of system administration experience in a professional environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field — or equivalent experience.
• Hands-on experience administering Windows Server, Active Directory / Entra ID, and Microsoft 365.
• Working knowledge of virtualization (VMware vSphere or Hyper-V), storage systems, and networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, LAN/WAN, VLANs, VPN).
• Practical experience with backup and disaster recovery tools (Veeam, Acronis, or equivalent).
• Disciplined approach to documentation, change management, and operational procedures.
• Strong written and verbal communication — able to translate technical issues for non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational skills with a disciplined approach to documentation, operational procedures, and change management.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• This role is a 100% in-office position and will require in-person collaboration with IT team members and business stakeholders across multiple operating companies.

“Nice to Haves”

• Security certifications (Security+, SSCP) or equivalent Microsoft certifications (MS-102, AZ-500).
• Experience supporting multiple entities or business units within a parent organization.
• Proficiency with PowerShell for automating routine administration tasks.
• Familiarity with Nutanix, Linux, or manufacturing/industrial IT environments.

Equity Statement: Lorval Capital Management is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion. Our goal is to create an inclusive, accessible environment for our candidates and employees that reflects the communities in which we operate. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs. We welcome Indigenous people, newcomers, and people with disabilities to apply for this position.