OT Systems Administrator (Newfoundland and Labrador)

OT Systems Administrator (Newfoundland and Labrador)

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

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