Cooke is a global seafood company with operations in North America, Europe, and South America. Our company’s success is driven by our dynamic, highly skilled and innovative management team, supported by dedicated employees who live in coastal communities and contribute to the local area’s economy and sense of community.

We are in search of an experienced Systems Analyst. This position will report to the Manager of Network and Systems Operations and will be responsible for the design, implementation, and maintenance of our company's global server infrastructure.

Core responsibilities will include:

• Maintain global server infrastructure consisting of virtual [on-premise and cloud] and physical servers.

• Proactively monitoring, reporting, and managing of the server environment on a day-to-day basis.

• Identify and investigate hardware and software issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement an action plan for resolution.

• Implement and manage server backups and disaster recovery plans.

• Function as a subject matter expert for performance tuning, capacity planning, and roll-out of new and upcoming technologies.

• Ensure the security and stability of the server environment.

• Collaborate with other IT professionals to ensure that the server infrastructure meets the needs of the organization.

• Train and mentor junior systems analysts.

• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices.

• Enforce server standards, guidelines, and best practices.

• Create and maintain server documentation.

• Provide after-hour support and on-call support as required.

  Skills and experience required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent experience.

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in server administration and management.

• Strong knowledge of Windows Server and Linux/Unix operating systems.

• Experience with virtualization technologies such as VMware or Hyper-V.

• Knowledge of cloud computing technologies and platforms such as AWS and Azure.

• Experience with server automation and scripting technologies such as PowerShell or Python.

• Demonstrated self-starter, able to prioritize tasks and stay organized.

• Experience troubleshooting complex systems issues, strongly preferred.

• Must be comfortable working in a collaborative team environment.

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.

• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional team.

• Capable of working well in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

  Cooke offers full-time year round employment, competitive rates and a competitive benefits package which includes health and dental as well as a company matched pension.

  The Opportunity

  The role description is just one part of the story. This is an opportunity to grow, to stretch, to work within the parameters of the role but stretch to your fullest potential. We are a team that counts performance, we reward contribution, and we recognize talent. It is about being at the center of the fastest growing company in Atlantic Canada and knowing you are part of that growth. The ability to bring your passion for learning, desire for growth, and energy for moving your career forward is what we offer.

  The Why

  Why Cooke? Simple - because we are a company that rewards initiative, resourcefulness, and work ethic. We will champion your growth and provide you with the platform to create your path, your career, and your future.

  NOTE: The recruiter is reviewing and interviewing eligible applicants for this position as they are received. If you are interested in this posting, you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

  We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.