Job Description: 

Linux & IT Specialist Admin

Compensation & Role Details

Expected Salary Range: $75,000-$90,000 CAD, depending on experience and qualifications

Role Type: New Role

AI Disclosure: AI is not used to screen, assess, or select applicants for this role

Please note: This role requires 5 days in office

About the Role: 

The Linux & IT Specialist is responsible for managing and supporting the organization’s internal IT systems, Linux environments, and cloud infrastructure. This role ensures system reliability, security, and scalability while supporting cross-functional teams and maintaining compliance with industry standards. The position plays a critical role in both day-to-day IT operations and infrastructure management, acting as a key point of ownership for multiple platforms and services. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Design, build, and maintain Linux-based system images for POS and other hardware deployments, including automation of imaging and provisioning processes. 

• Install, configure, and document software deployments across on-premise environments. 

• Support and maintain internal IT infrastructure, including user lifecycle management (onboarding, offboarding, and access control). 

• Administer and maintain IT systems, tools, and platforms across identity management, endpoint management (MDM), networking, and email security. 

• Provide day-to-day IT support, including troubleshooting hardware, software, networking, and access-related issues. 

• Implement and manage patching processes to ensure systems remain secure and up to date. 

• Support and maintain compliance with industry standards such as SOC 2 and PCI. 

• Provide cross-functional IT support to teams including Support, Sales, Operations, and Development. 

• Participate in IT projects such as system migrations, audits, and platform integrations. 

• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in automation, system performance, and security. 

• Maintain IT asset inventory and ensure accurate system documentation across platforms. 

Qualifications: 

• 5+ years of experience in Linux system administration and IT infrastructure support. 

• Strong experience with Linux environments, system imaging, and deployment automation. 

• Familiarity with identity and access management systems (e.g., Entra ID, Google Workspace). 

• Experience with endpoint management tools (MDM), networking platforms (e.g., Meraki), and email security systems (e.g., Mimecast). 

• Understanding of patch management, system security best practices, and compliance frameworks (SOC 2, PCI). 

• Strong troubleshooting skills across multiple systems and integrated environments. 

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work both independently and collaboratively. 

• Strong documentation and communication skills. 

Additional Experience Preferred but not Required:

• Experience building and maintaining custom Linux distributions or hardened images

• Deep knowledge of Linux kernel tuning and performance optimization

• Familiarity with system internals (process scheduling, memory management, I/O tuning)

• knowledge on management tools like Ansible

• Managing custom debian repositories

• Managing DNS, DHCP, NTP services on Linux

• Troubleshooting using top, htop, vmstat, iostat, strace, lsof

• Debugging boot issues (GRUB, init systems like systemd)

• Hardening systems using CIS benchmarks

• Advanced Bash scripting

• High-level analytical reasoning and strategic decision-making.

• Proactive investigative mindset and a drive for continuous learning.

• Results-oriented tenacity with a focus on project completion and accountability.

• Advanced synthesis of complex technical documentation and regulatory frameworks.

• High-efficiency technical communication and precise documentation output.

                                                                                    Business Unit: Volante Software Inc.                                                                                    Scheduled Weekly Hours:37.5                                                                                    Number of Openings Available: 1                                                                                    Worker Type: Regular