The Systems Specialist is a collaborative and key member of the Cloud and Data Center team. This position supports and maintains the full lifecycle of Linux-based systems and services to meet business and operational requirements, following internal standards and industry best practices.

The Systems

Specialist is a collaborative and key member of the Cloud and Data Center team. This position supports and maintains the full lifecycle of Linux-based systems and services to meet business and operational requirements, following internal standards and industry best practices. All successful applicants must meet requirements for the Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP), Canadian Government Security Clearance, and U.International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

This position requires full-time on-site presence. Design, deploy, and maintain secure, scalable, and highly available Linux-based systems and services Collaborate with architects, application teams, and infrastructure partners to translate business requirements into technical solutions Install, configure, and support enterprise Linux operating systems and core services Automate system provisioning, configuration, and maintenance using scripting and configuration management tools Ensure system reliability and performance through monitoring, alerting, and proactive capacity planning Perform root cause analysis and implement permanent fixes for system incidents and outages Support virtualization, storage,



and backup integrations within Linux environments Provide technical mentorship and guidance to junior engineers 3-8 years in enterprise IT systems environments Linux operating systems (e.g., Microsoft Server Operating Systems Monitoring and logging tools Familiarity with hybrid environments and integration with cloud platforms is an asset Strong customer service and communication skills Bonus Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) or equivalent Linux certification ITIL Foundations Certification We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment.

Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly. These centering values – some of our non-negotiables - guide our decisions and inform how we show up daily. With over 380 employees centralized in Saint John, Fredericton, Dieppe and Halifax, we offerthe prospect to create real value by helping people and businesses work smarter.

JDI IT supports the entire J.Irving Limited group of companies which means we offer opportunities and experiences across a wide breadth of IT areas, businesses and industries. As a member of the JDI IT team, you will be a key player in enabling the business to win by overcoming obstacles and “getting it done”! Come help JDI IT Raise the Bar! #

📌 Linux Systems Administrator (Full-Time / Permanent) (Halifax Regional Municipality)
🏢 J.D. Irving
📍 Halifax Regional Municipality