IT System Analyst

Duties

The IT system Analyst will work within one of the operational teams of the Information Management and Technology Directorate: either in Business Applications, Desktop Management or Service Desk. The function is challenging and versatile, playing a key role with business transformation and enabling a modern workplace.

The position is expected to grow, with opportunities for training and professional development. The individual(s) selected will be encouraged to demonstrate creativity and technical savvy in the delivery of numerous projects and initiatives.

Work environment

The IM/IT division provides the Department of Finance with modern, mobile and collaborative tools and services to allow the Department to focus its strategies on developing policies and providing advice to the Government with the goal of creating a healthy economy for Canadians.

The IM/IT division supports and operates an effective IT environment, constantly improving and evolving tools and solutions to support business functions. The department also works in close collaboration with Shared Services Canada to realize its IT functions.

Intent of the process

A pool of qualified candidates will be established to staff similar positions in the Department of Finance.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

You must meet all essential qualifications in order to be appointed to the position. Other qualifications may be a deciding factor in choosing the person to be appointed. Some essential and other qualifications will be assessed through your application. It is your responsibility to provide appropriate examples that illustrate how you meet each qualification. Failing to do so could result in your application being rejected.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

EDUCATION:
Bachelor degree in computer science, engineering or science and two (2) years of professional experience
Or
Diploma in Information Technology or in a related field and five (5) years of professional IT experience

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE:
Candidates must possess the minimum years of experience required in accordance with their education as previously outlined. In addition, please note that the experience must be significant* in nature.

Experience in designing, implementing, configuring or supporting any one (1) or more of the following:
(i) Windows desktops and desktop applications in a Corporate environment
(ii) Web-based applications, including Internal or External Web applications
(iii) Management tools for desktop infrastructure or server infrastructure
(iv) Client/Server applications

*Significant experience is defined as the depth and breadth of experience that would normally be acquired by a person in a position where the performance of these duties constitutes his or her main functions over that period of time.

KNOWLEDGE:
Knowledge of Microsoft PowerShell
Knowledge of Microsoft Active Directory and NTFS permissions
Knowledge of application packaging and distribution in a Windows environment
Knowledge of standard configuration elements of Microsoft Windows server

ABILITIES:
Ability to analyze information to resolve IT issue
Ability to coordinate, prioritize and organize tasks
Ability to communicate effectively orally
Ability to communicate effectively in writing

PERSONAL SUITABILITY :
Effective interpersonal skills
Teamwork and collaboration
Judgment
Initiative

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

Bilingual - Imperative (BBB/BBB)

Information on language requirements

Conditions of employment

Secret security clearance

Other information

Reference checks may be sought.

An interview may be administered.

A test may be administered.

You must provide proof of your education credentials.

Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice.

You must indicate on your application if you require a technical aid for testing or an alternative method of assessment.

A random and/or top down selection of candidates may be used in the determination of those to be given further consideration in the assessment process.

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled, diverse workforce reflective of Canadian society. As a result, it promotes employment equity and encourages candidates to indicate voluntarily on their application if they are a woman, an Aboriginal person, a person with a disability or a member of a visible minority group.

The Public Service of Canada is also committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity or testing, you should advise the Public Service Commission or the departmental official in a timely fashion of the accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans and to Canadian citizens, in that order.

Information on the preference to veterans

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.