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Kinross Gold Corporation · 3 hours ago

IT Specialist

Round Mountain, NV

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Kinross Gold Corporation is a Canadian-based global senior gold mining company with operations in the United States. The IT Specialist role focuses on providing hands-on support to ensure users remain productive and technology systems are resilient, while managing core systems and collaborating with various teams.

MiningMining TechnologyPrecious Metals

Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Systems analysis techniques and procedures, including consulting with end users, contractors and vendors to determine hardware and software or system functional specifications

Design, documentation, analysis, testing of computer systems or programs, based on site and department specifications

Serve as a primary contact for the North America Service Desk; troubleshoot and resolve incidents/requests for Windows 11, Windows Server 2019 and newer, O365, Teams, Printing, VPN, and core business apps with high first‑time‑fix rates

Provide one‑on‑one and small‑group end‑user training; write how‑to guides and knowledge base articles

Administer Windows Server/AD, DNS/DHCP, GPO, and patching; monitor backups and recovery procedures

Operate Nutanix‑based clusters (compute/storage/virtualization) and site NAS/SAN (Dell/Synology); perform capacity and health checks and coordinate upgrades with vendors

Maintain and administer campus/industrial Ethernet (Cisco) switching, VLANs, QoS, link aggregation, and optics; ensure fiber plant integrity and documentation

Support site point‑to‑point and point‑to‑multipoint wireless systems (backhaul and access), including design inputs, LOS checks, and alignment/validation

Support for Cisco Desk Telephones and Teleconference Systems including Cisco desk telephones and teleconference systems

Partner with Operational and Support Departments on industrial networks, historian/SCADA connectivity, and change management that protects safety and uptime

Own device imaging/provisioning for Dell laptops/workstations; manage asset inventory and lifecycle

Follow site safety and LOTOTO practices; complete required MSHA new‑miner training; adhere to Kinross Americas Safety Guidelines in all work

Contribute to change records and diagrams; keep runbooks, network maps, and rack elevations current

Participate in after‑hours and weekend support rotation; travel to comm sites and facilities around the property as needed (all weather)

Work independently and with minimal supervision. Present concerns and potential solution to KNV IT Leadership for decision making as appropriate

Qualification

Windows ServerCisco switchingNutanix virtualizationActive DirectoryIT supportWireless linksEndpoint managementCustomer serviceTrainingScriptingCompTIA certificationsDocumentation

Required

Advance knowledge in information technology, information systems and/or networking or 3+ years' experience in a relevant field required

Experience in IT support/operations with demonstrated customer service mindset

Solid skills with Windows client/Server, AD, DNS/DHCP, GPO, and endpoint management; strong troubleshooting across OS/app/network stacks

Hands‑on experience with Cisco switching and fiber (port/VLAN provisioning, SFPs, optics, link testing)

Working knowledge of wireless links (P2P/PMP) and fundamentals like RSSI/SNR, alignment, and link budgets

Familiarity with virtualization and enterprise storage (Nutanix preferred) and backup/recovery workflows

Ability to create and deliver clear user training and concise documentation

Valid driver's license; ability to safely work at heights/rack spaces and lift up to ~50 lbs; willingness to work outdoors in a mine environment

Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment when handling sensitive business or personal information

Commitment to ethical conduct and compliance with Kinross data protection and privacy standards

Preferred

Certifications: CompTIA A+/Network+, CCNA, Microsoft MD‑102/Windows, AZ‑104, Nutanix NCP

Experience in OT/industrial networks and CPwE concepts; exposure to SCADA/historian connectivity

Scripting/automation (PowerShell), imaging tools, and endpoint security/patching platforms

Familiar with JDE system for equipment procurement

Company

Kinross Gold Corporation

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Kinross Gold Corporation is a senior gold mining company with a diverse portfolio of mines and projects in the United States, Brazil, Chile, Mauritania, and Canada.

Founded in 1993

Toronto, Ontario, CAN

5001-10000 employees