12 Aug
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Galloway
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Newfoundland and Labrador
12 Aug
Galloway
Newfoundland and Labrador
With a rich multigenerational history and a reputation for creating and delivering products and services that delight our customers (so they can delight theirs), Galloway Company is a recognized leader in the dairy processing industry.
We are seeking a skilled and driven OT Systems Administrator to serve as the primary technical owner of our Operational Technology (OT) environment, including the Foxboro control system platform and supporting infrastructure. This role is critical in ensuring the reliability, availability, and security of plant-floor systems in a 24/7 manufacturing operation.
You will work cross-functionally with IT, engineering, operations, and maintenance teams to maintain and enhance OT systems while supporting automation projects and system upgrades with minimal impact to production. If you're passionate about operational technology, system reliability, and working in a energetic manufacturing environment, we encourage you to apply.
Key Responsibilities
System Administration & Support
Administer, monitor, and maintain OT systems including:
Industrial networks and supporting server infrastructure
Ensure high availability, reliability, and performance of all plant-floor systems
Proactively assess system health using tools such as System Auditor and other monitoring platforms
Plan, design, and maintain OT network architecture aligned with best practices
Implement and sustain cybersecurity measures including:
Access control strategies
Monitoring and incident prevention
Support a secure and stable Foxboro environment
Infrastructure Management
Backups and disaster recovery strategies
Patch management aligned with production schedules
Ensure minimal downtime and adherence to uptime requirements
Project & Lifecycle Support
Support automation initiatives, plant expansions, and system upgrades
Plan and procure Foxboro hardware for expansions and improvements
Coordinate with Foxboro field support as the primary technical interface
Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation including:
Network diagrams
System configurations and backups
Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Drive continuous improvements in system performance, reliability, and security
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Act as the primary technical liaison between:
IT
Maintenance
Operations
Build and maintain strong working relationships across all stakeholder groups
Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
Proven experience in OT/industrial environments, preferably in manufacturing
Strong knowledge of:
Networking and cybersecurity principles in OT environments
Familiarity with server administration, backup solutions, and patch management
Required Knowledge, Experience, Skills, Education, Training:
5+ years' experience in systems administration or infrastructure engineering, preferably in OT/industrial environments
2-3 years in a manufacturing setting
Experience designing and maintaining OT networks (segmentation, VLANs, firewalls, DMZ); Foxboro a plus
Strong server administration background (VMware/Hyper-V, Windows Server, patching, OT-appropriate backup/recovery)
Understanding of Purdue Model / ISA-95 architecture
Familiarity with OT cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., NIST, IEC 62443) and implementation of controls
Knowledge of industrial protocols (EtherNet/IP, Profinet, Modbus, OPC-UA)
Experience in 24/7, safety-critical manufacturing environments with high uptime requirements
Familiarity with monitoring, asset management, or ticketing tools preferred
Experience with industrial asset visibility tools a plus
Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience)
Galloway Company offers an attractive and competitive compensation and benefits package, which includes health insurance, quarterly bonus program, wellness programs, 401k Plan with company match, paid time off, life insurance, STD/LTD, Employee Stock Purchase Plan and much more.
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📌 OT Systems Administrator (Newfoundland and Labrador)
🏢 Galloway
📍 Newfoundland and Labrador