Senior Information Technology Technician

• Use your knowledge and understanding of Senior Information Technology Technician skills in representing our community's members
• Receive a competitive hourly wage of $38.66/hour
• Don't miss this chance to make a true difference to the vibrant community of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation
  

About the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation

The Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation is a strong, vibrant, and progressive Indigenous community that is approximately a 1.5-hour drive from the heart of Toronto. Located nearby to the rural community of Port Perry, MSIFN has the benefits of small-town living while having close proximity to urban areas. As part of the Anishinabek Nation and signatories to the Williams Treaties and other pre-confederation treaties, MSIFN is extremely proud of our Indigenous culture and long history of protecting our Aboriginal and Treaty rights. As owners of the Great Blue Heron Casino and creators of the Noozhoo Nokiiyan Economic Development Limited Partnership, MSIFN has an entrepreneurial spirit and expectation for excellence. We encourage team members to be professional, flexible, dynamic, team players, who have a self-starting attitude and respect for all employees in the workplace. While working within clear lines of authority, MSIFN requires someone who can bring out the best in those who surround them. We are a busy First Nation, with many capital projects and opportunities ahead.  The community and workplace are led by an elected Council of 3 (a Chief and two Councillors) and a Senior Management Team led by the First Nation Manager and including Managers from Operations, Finance, Human Resources, and Health and Social Services. We value the hard work of our entire workforce and support them with a culture of collaboration and respect. 

For more information about our vibrant community please visit our homepage by clicking here.   

Make a Difference Within Our Community

Currently, the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation (MSIFN) is looking for an experienced Senior Information Technology Technician to join our community and work with our members and management team in Scugog, ON on a full-time basis. The hours of this role are Monday to Thursday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, and Friday 8.30 am to 1:00 pm.  The Senior Technology Technician is required to be onsite Monday to Friday.

The Senior Information Technology (IT) Technician's role is to support, maintain, troubleshoot and secure computer systems, networks, hardware, software applications and data that is used by and owned by the MSIFN under the direct supervision of the Information Systems Manager (IS Manager). This includes installing, diagnosing, repairing, maintaining, and upgrading all hardware, software and equipment while ensuring optimal network and information security. They will configure and maintain critical information backups and restoration procedures, as well as actively monitor infrastructures for threats and respond to those threats. The person will troubleshoot problem areas in a timely and accurate fashion, provide end user training and assistance where required, and other general duties as assigned.

DUTIES:

KEY ACTIVITIES:         

• Routinely check and maintain essential IT operations, including computer systems, networks, hardware, software, communications equipment and peripherals
• Actively monitor computer networks for security threats and/or issues via device management and extended detection and response, and execute when required, an incident response plan
• IT Asset Management to track and maintain hardware and software inventory, license compliance, and supply chain compliance
• Configure, secure, maintain and optimize the organization’s WAN connections, including VPN connections, as well as multiple LANs
• Research and evaluate emerging technologies, hardware, software, and policies/procedures
• Ensure security of data and network access via administration of identity management and conditional access policies
• Configure, secure, maintain and optimize organization's SharePoint sites
• Configure, maintain and optimize data backups and data recovery procedures
• Supports ISM in developing information technology strategies, policies and procedures by evaluating organizational needs, and assists ISM with enforcing information technology policies and procedures
• Backup to Communications Officer to maintain and update the organization’s websites and communications tools
• Train employees on both software and hardware, troubleshoot, and provide technical support when needed
• Provide IT support to Minogi Corp or other MSIFN subsidiaries as directed by the IS Manager 

PAY RATE:                               $38.66/hour (F1)

 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

• 3-year diploma in computer science or related field
• IT or relevant field (Computer Network Administration, Cybersecurity, SharePoint Administration, Microsoft cloud architecture/environment)
• An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience, as deemed appropriate by the hiring panel, will also be considered

SPECIALIZATION REQUIRED:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Cloud environments (Azure/Entra ID/SharePoint/365), Adobe Applications, Windows Operating Systems, and Smartphone Operating Systems (iOS, Android)
• Knowledge and experience implementing and maintaining various cybersecurity technologies (conditional access, MFA, DNS FW, DMARC, XDR, MDM, etc.) and an understanding of MITRE ATT&CK (all matrices)
• Demonstrated competency in maintaining and optimizing network infrastructure (e.g., firewalls, security appliances, switching, Wi-Fi, protocols, routing, DHCP)
• Understanding of regulations surrounding privacy and protection of information in the following environments: personal, health, intellectual property, provincial, federal, First Nation
• Valid driver’s license and $1M liability insurance
• CPIC acceptable to position upon conditional offer

CONSIDERED AN ASSET:

• Experience with Windows Server 2012 R2, 2016, 2019
• Cloud Services, including Microsoft Office 365 products, Azure Cloud Infrastructure, EntraID
• Information Technology Project Management
• Web design and/or Application Development
• Experience with industrial automation and controls (PLC/SCADA)
• Work experience with a First Nation or Indigenous Organization

Do you want to make a lasting difference to a vibrant First Nation community? Here’s your chance!

About the Benefits

In recognition of your hard work and dedication, you can look forward to a competitive hourly wage of $38.66/hr. ($70,361/yr. based on a 35-hour workweek) along with the following excellent package:

• Access to the Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) along with health, dental, and vision benefits.
• Short and long-term disability. 
• Employer pension matching scheme of 5%, voluntary contributions can be increased by a further 8%.
• 3 weeks of vacation, which increases to 5 weeks of vacation with your length of service. 
• An additional 2 weeks off during the month of December to January, 7 days additional discretionary days off, and 3 statutory holidays during the office 2 weeks shutdown over the holidays.
• 14 statutory holidays throughout the year. 
• Bereavement leave of up to 5 scheduled business days for immediate family and up to 3 days for extended family in the unfortunate event of a death of a family member.
• Access to the Wellness Motivational Benefit, receive payment of up to $500 twice in a lifetime for attempts at Healthy Lifestyle changes. 
• A commitment to a policy of compensation that is internally and externally competitive and equitable. Though no pay progression is automatic, pay progression will be reviewed in line with professional development, previous work experience, seniority, cost of living, and market trends as outlined within the compensation policy.

This is your chance to be part of a dynamic and growing community where you will have the opportunity to implement processes and make your mark for the better of all.   

If you share our values and have the skills necessary to bring success to the role, then we invite you to apply today!

Please note that a Criminal Record Check with a Vulnerable Sector Search (CPIC/VSS) acceptable to the position is required upon conditional offer. Expenses for CPIC/VSS are reimbursed after orientation.