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Valsoft

Acquires, grows vertical market software companies

IT Supervisor

System AdministrationUpdated on Nov 10
Full-timeBeirut, LebanonNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • A degree in Computer Engineering, Telecommunications, or Information Systems, or equivalent professional experience is required.
  • At least five years of experience in systems administration and IT infrastructure, including coordination or management responsibilities, is required.
  • Strong experience administering Windows and Linux servers is required.
  • Hands-on experience with AWS infrastructure is required.
  • Advanced knowledge of networking, TCP/IP, DNS, VPNs, firewalls, and perimeter security is required.
  • Experience with virtualization, storage, and backup systems is required.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft 365, Active Directory, and identity management is required.
  • Experience in cybersecurity and infrastructure protection best practices is required.
  • Ability to independently diagnose and resolve complex incidents is required.
  • Professional English proficiency at minimum B2 level is required for working in an international environment.
  • Strong organizational, prioritization, and multitasking skills are required.

Responsibilities

  • Manage and maintain the IT infrastructure of VSN and Woody Technologies, including servers, networks, storage, virtualization, and corporate systems.
  • Ensure the availability, performance, and security of technology systems.
  • Administer Windows Server and Linux environments.
  • Manage virtualization platforms and storage systems.
  • Oversee backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity policies.
  • Manage IT asset inventories, software licenses, and technology assets.
  • Identify opportunities to consolidate and optimize infrastructure across both companies.
  • Administer and optimize cloud environments, primarily on Amazon Web Services.
  • Manage AWS services including EC2, S3, RDS, VPC, IAM, CloudWatch, and other infrastructure components.
  • Oversee the security, availability, and scalability of cloud platforms.
  • Work with Development and Product teams to deploy and maintain SaaS solutions.
  • Participate in migrations from on-premises infrastructure to cloud and hybrid architectures.
  • Implement monitoring, alerting, and automation mechanisms.
  • Monitor and optimize cloud infrastructure costs using FinOps best practices.
  • Define and implement IT security policies for both companies.
  • Manage firewalls, VPNs, remote access systems, and endpoint protection tools.
  • Administer identity and access systems, including Microsoft 365, Active Directory, and MFA.
  • Identify vulnerabilities and coordinate remediation actions.
  • Manage access, permissions, and credentials appropriately.
  • Support compliance with applicable data protection and security regulations, including GDPR where relevant.
  • Define and maintain security incident response procedures.
  • Ensure reliable operation of tools and systems used by employees of both companies.
  • Handle second- and third-level technical incidents.
  • Oversee IT onboarding and offboarding processes for employees.
  • Administer Microsoft 365 and other corporate tools.
  • Coordinate external IT service, telecommunications, and hardware providers.
  • Document procedures, configurations, and internal policies.
  • Improve support processes through automation and artificial intelligence tools.
  • Drive automation of repetitive tasks and systems administration processes.
  • Collaborate with Development teams to improve application deployment and maintenance processes.
  • Participate in implementing CI/CD tools, containers, and monitoring systems.
  • Promote Infrastructure as Code where appropriate.
  • Evaluate technologies that can improve operational efficiency.
  • Identify opportunities to apply AI to IT operations, monitoring, and incident resolution.
  • Contribute to preparation and monitoring of the IT budget.
  • Control infrastructure, cloud service, licensing, and vendor costs.
  • Negotiate with technology vendors and manage their contracts.
  • Identify cost savings without compromising service quality or availability.
  • Define key performance indicators for availability, incidents, security, and costs.

Desired Qualifications

  • AWS certifications such as Solutions Architect, SysOps Administrator, or similar are highly valued.
  • Experience with SaaS environments and hybrid cloud architectures is highly valued.
  • Knowledge of Docker, Kubernetes, and automation tools is highly valued.
  • Experience with Terraform, Ansible, or similar technologies is highly valued.
  • Scripting skills in PowerShell, Bash, or Python are highly valued.
  • Experience with monitoring tools such as Zabbix, Grafana, Prometheus, or CloudWatch is highly valued.
  • Familiarity with DevOps processes and CI/CD pipelines is highly valued.
  • Experience with ITIL, ISO 27001, or equivalent standards is highly valued.
  • Previous experience in B2B software companies is highly valued.
  • Knowledge of audiovisual and broadcast infrastructure, media workflows, or large-scale video storage systems is highly valued.
  • Experience in multinational or multi-site organizations is highly valued.

About the Company

Valsoft

Acquires, grows vertical market software companies

Valsoft is a company that buys software businesses that serve specific, essential industries (like automotive and broadcasting) and helps them grow over the long term. It focuses on vertical market software—programs that are built for a particular industry—and keeps the acquired companies independent while giving them extra resources, best practices, and access to a global network. The core idea is to improve how these software businesses operate and expand their reach, rather than building new products from scratch. The main way Valsoft works is to purchase a niche software company, streamline its operations, and partner with the existing management team to drive steady growth. This approach sets Valsoft apart from others by emphasizing patient, long-term ownership and collaboration within a diverse portfolio of niche software. The goal is to create durable, profitable companies that continue to serve their essential customers efficiently and expand into new markets.

Company size
501-1,000
Company stage
Growth Equity (Venture Capital)
Total funding
$420M
Headquarters
Montreal, Canada
Founded
2015

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