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Job Summary
Title of Job:Systems Administrator
Date:January 15 2026
Closing Date:January 29 2026
Location: Toronto ON - Information Technology
Compensation:$70663 - $84600 Annually Prorated
Work Type:Hybrid
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Existing or New Positions:Existing
Who We Are:
LOFT Community Services is a unique and dynamic charitable organization that supports people living with complex issues such as mental and physical health challenges substance use challenges poverty and homelessness. Serving 20573annually and providing 1856 units of supportive housing last year LOFT is one of Ontarios largest mental health service providers of its kind. LOFT is also recognized as a Nonprofit Employer of Choice Award (NEOC) recipient.
Reporting to the Director of Information Technology the Systems Administrator is responsible for the design administration and optimization of LOFTs hybrid IT environment with a primary focus on the Microsoft ecosystem (M365 Azure Intune SharePoint Teams Power Platform).
The role includes managing cloud and on-prem infrastructure identity and access management endpoint security disaster recovery and system automation. The Systems Administrator ensures LOFTs systems are secure reliable and continuously improving in alignment with organizational goals.
What You Will Do:
Microsoft Cloud Infrastructure
- Administer and optimize Microsoft 365 (Exchange Online SharePoint Teams OneDrive Power Automate Defender Purview).
- Manage Azure AD / Entra ID conditional access single sign-on and hybrid identity synchronization.
- Implement and maintain Microsoft Intune for device management compliance and application deployment.
- Lead initiatives to improve data protection governance and DLP policies across M365 and Azure.
- Support automation through PowerShell scripting and Power Platform tools.
- Manage and monitor virtualized environments (VMware Hyper-V or Azure Virtual Machines) and backup systems (Veeam or equivalent).
- Maintain hybrid infrastructure including DNS DHCP Active Directory Entra.
- Implement and maintain disaster recovery and business continuity plans for cloud and on-prem systems.
- Deploy and maintain endpoint protection patching and encryption (e.g. Defender for Endpoint SentinelOne or similar).
- Monitor infrastructure and cloud services using tools like Azure Monitor or Sentinel.
- Investigate and remediate security alerts related to Infrastructure
- Collaborate with IT management to continuously strengthen LOFTs cyber resilience posture as it relates to Infrastructure & end-user devices.
- Provide Tier 2 & 3 technical support and mentorship to IT service desk staff.
- Develop technical documentation standard operating procedures and knowledge base articles.
- Contribute to IT projects using project management best practices and coordinate with internal and vendor teams.
- Participate in after-hours maintenance or incident response as needed.
- The System Administrator will be expected to provide end-user support and coverage for the Networking and Cyber Security functions as needed.
- 6 years of hands-on experience in systems and cloud administration within a Microsoft-centric environment.
- Expertise in:
- Microsoft 365 administration (Exchange SharePoint Teams Defender Intune)
- Azure AD / Entra ID conditional access identity governance
- Windows Server and Active Directory
- PowerShell scripting and automation
- Experience with VMware or Hyper-V Veeam and hybrid backup/DR solutions.
- Familiarity with ITIL or equivalent service management frameworks.
- Excellent analytical troubleshooting and communication skills.
- Strong documentation discipline and ability to translate technical concepts into user-friendly language.
- Postsecondary degree or diploma in Computer Science Information Systems or a related field.
- Certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator M365 Certified: Enterprise Administrator Expert or CompTIA Server/Network
- Strong interpersonal skills
- The ability to communicate technical concepts in a clear and non-technical way
- Good problem-solving skills and the ability to bring the necessary skills and resources to a problem
- Ability to create and maintain clear and detailed technical documentation
- Standard 40-hour work week with flexibility for occasional after-hours work during critical maintenance or incidents.
- Hybrid environment with on-site presence required at LOFTs Toronto office and occasional travel to program sites.
- Must have a valid drivers license and access to a car in order to visit remote sites in the GTA and surrounding regions.
What We Offer:
- A comprehensive compensation and benefits package including medical dental vision life insurance and long-term disability
- Defined Benefits Pensions Plan
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
- E-learning program available all year round
- Starting vacation time above minimum standard
- Additional paid personal and paid sick days
- Professional development budget available to help you nurture and shape your career
- Corporate Gym membership rate with GoodLife Fitness
- Access to Perkopolis a comprehensive corporate discount program
- Access to unlimited DEI trainings through partnership Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Maternity-leave and Parental leave top up program
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:
LOFT Community Services is a values-driven organization with a deep belief that each person has the ability to grow and change. We value compassion collaboration and community delivered with dignity innovation and excellence. LOFTs vision is that together we can all live successfully in our community. Our client population reflects Ontarios diverse community and it is LOFTs goal to build a workforce who also reflects that diversity. LOFT believes there are many ways to develop skills and build experience and expertise. So even if you dont tick all the boxes but think youd thrive in this role you are encouraged to apply.
Note:
- A satisfactory vulnerable sector check (VSC) is also required.
- This posting provides only a summary of the responsibilities and requirements for the position
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LOFT Community Services is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment and dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live and serve. LOFT is committed to making employment opportunities accessible in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act 2005. Requested accommodation will be provided in all parts of the application and hiring process by contacting or .
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Key Skills
- Computer Science
- Active Directory
- Computer information Technology
- PowerShell
- OS
- Windows
- Database
- SCCM
- Linux
- SAN
- Troubleshoot
- Backup
- Setup
- Technical Support
- UNIX
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