Infrastructure and Network Specialist
- Employer
- University of Toronto
- Location
- : St. George (Downtown Toronto)
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- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
Date Posted: 11/09/2026
Req ID:50931
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering
Department: APSC Admin. Units
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Existing Vacancy: Yes
Description:
About us:
The Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering is a world-renowned community of researchers and students dedicated to solving some of the world's most pressing challenges through collaborative and multidisciplinary research and experiential education. Through rigorous technical training, and unparalleled extracurricular and professional experience opportunities, we prepare the next generation of engineering leaders and change makers to unlock the future's boundless potential.
The Faculty IT Office works together to support a dedicated and diverse group of academic and administrative professionals who exemplify excellence in their fields.
Your opportunity:
The Infrastructure and Network Specialist will be responsible for the effective and timely implementation of new systems and technologies, including the planning, design, analysis, security, disaster recovery, support and maintenance of the overall networks and computing facilities. The incumbent will act as a technical resource responsible for the deployment of information technology solutions and will also participate in development projects regarding the application of new technologies at the University.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Planning and implementing expansion and enhancement of IT networks independently.
- Designing and reviewing highly complex virtual computing and storage infrastructure.
- Analyzing, troubleshooting and testing highly complex systems.
- Developing and updating architectural framework for highly complex and confidential IT systems.
- Serving as a resource on specific issues to a group of specialists.
- Advising on cost, feasibility and impact of different implementation solutions.
- Developing and editing standard operating procedures for IT services.
- Monitoring accounts for a project and/or program, and leading and planning IT projects.
Essential Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Minimum five years relevant experience in a network and systems administrator capacity working in a complex, highly networked and heterogeneous environment.
- In depth advanced experience with Linux and Windows servers; proven experience in network planning, design and implementation.
- Minimum two (2) years of proven experience with complex, diverse, structured research computing intake and support in an academic environment; Proven experience with Data Centre IT is considered a strong asset.
- Experience with deploying and configuring virtualized environments including VDI, and containers.
- Experience with back-up and storage administration, configuration, and trouble shooting.
- Excellent hardware and software troubleshooting skills.
- Must have in-depth experience working with a range of computing environments, equipment and software including cloud technologies, Unix/Linux (workstations, servers), Windows (servers, terminal services), Internet services (email, Samba, etc.), networking and security, virtualized servers (proxmox).
Assets (Nonessential):
- Familiarity with ServiceNow.
- Experience with Security Platforms.
- Familiarity with Foundry/Aruba/HP network devices.
- Familiarity with the University environment, governance, and policies.
To be successful in this role you will be:
- Achievement oriented
- Motivated self-learner
- Organized
- Problem solver
- Self-directed
- Team player
Closing Date: 11/22/2026,11:59PM ET
Employee Group: USW
Personnel Subarea:USW
Appointment Type: Budget - Continuing
Schedule: Full-Time
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone: USW Pay Band 16 -- $107,502 with an annual step progression to a maximum of $137,476. Pay scale and job class assignment is subject to determination pursuant to the Job Evaluation/Pay Equity Maintenance Protocol.
Job Category: Information Technology (IT)
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.
Indigenous Substantiation Process
The University of Toronto has implemented a process to substantiate Indigenous Membership/Citizenship/Enrolment for candidates who identify as Indigenous. For more information about this process, please refer to the Indigenous Substantiation Website.
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Organization
Established in 1827, the University of Toronto is Canada's largest university, recognized as a global leader in research and teaching. U of T's distinguished faculty, institutional record of groundbreaking scholarship and wealth of innovative academic opportunities continually attract outstanding students and academics from around the world.
U of T is committed to providing a learning experience that benefits from both a scale almost unparalleled in North America and from the close-knit learning communities made possible through its college system and academic divisions. Located in and around Toronto, one of the world's most diverse regions, U of T's vibrant academic life is defined by a unique degree of cultural diversity in its learning community.The University is sustained environmentally by three green campuses, where renowned heritage buildings stand beside award-winning innovations in architectural design.
U of T is one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers.
U of T is one of Canada's Best Diversity Employers.
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Opportunities exist for people from a wide range of backgrounds, ranging from recent graduates to experienced senior professionals.
We offer challenging work within an open environment that celebrates diversity in all its forms. Our focus is on creating a positive work environment that attracts and retains excellent employees through a combination of competitive compensation, favourable working conditions, opportunities for career growth and development and a unique organizational culture.
Employees have access to:
- Excellent health and dental benefits;
- On-site support for training and career development;
- Flexible work arrangements;
- Childcare subsidy;
- Tuition waivers;
- Scholarships and/or tuition waivers for dependants;
- Generous paid time off;
- Support on equity and diversity issues;
- On-site child care;
- University Pension Plan;
- Subsidized athletic facility membership;
- World-renowned libraries;
- Confidential counselling services;
- Parking and TTC Metropasses;
- Employee and Family Assistance Plan;
- Continued health benefits for pensioners.
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