Kongsberg Geospatial does challenging work that matters. We are an industry leading software company that has been delivering real-time geospatial technology solutions for Defence and Aerospace applications worldwide for over 30 years.Since 2006, we have been a wholly owned subsidiary of Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace in Norway and we are an integral part of many key programs there, while representing the whole company in Canada. Externally, our technology is relied upon and trusted for a wide range of applications including air defense, search and rescue, drone delivery systems, and autonomous vehicle tracking. Our team members make a real impact in people's lives.What we're looking for:Kongsberg Geospatial is seeking a full time IT Systems Administrator to join our support team. This role is responsible for the installation, administration, maintenance, and optimization of computer systems, networks, and IT infrastructure within a heterogeneous Linux and Windows research and development environment to ensure reliable, secure, and high-performing operations.The successful candidate will possess strong knowledge of computer hardware and software, networking concepts, internet applications, and operating systems, along with hands‐on experience supporting enterprise networks and troubleshooting complex technical issues. Experience with network administration, connectivity, cybersecurity, and system performance monitoring is essential. The ideal candidate is a collaborative team player with excellent analytical, problem‐solving, and troubleshooting skills.Due to the nature of the work, candidates must be eligible for and capable of obtaining and maintaining NATO Secret security clearance, with sponsorship and support provided by Kongsberg.This position requires in‐office work at the Kanata office 5 days per week.Duties include:Ad hoc requests related to facilities and in support of the business and the HR team – small company team wears many hatsManaging daily tickets in help desk systemPerform troubleshooting to diagnose and resolve problemsAssist with system upgrades,



patches and backupsBuild new laptops and install approved applicationsDevelop and maintain local switches, firewalls and wireless access pointsDocument IT processes and maintain inventory of both equipment and licensesEnsure confidentiality, integrity, and availability of networks and computer systemsSupport the onboarding/offboarding processCollaborate with vendors and third‐party service providersManage and maintain server environments, virtualization platforms, and enterprise storage systemsAdminister Microsoft 365 and Azure cloud infrastructureMaintain backup and disaster recovery solutionsPerform patch management, system upgrades, and lifecycle maintenance across Linux and Windows environmentsMonitor infrastructure performance, availability, logs, and security alerts to ensure optimal operations and proactively address risksTroubleshoot and resolve complex infrastructure, system, and application issuesAdminister and support mixed Linux environments (Debian, RHEL, Rocky, Ubuntu, SUSE, etc.) and Windows Server/Desktop systemsDiagnose and resolve advanced OS‐level performance issues, including CPU, memory, and I/O bottlenecksOptimize and troubleshoot file system performance, including NFS and SMB environmentsManage identity and authentication integrations, including SAML, OIDC, Active Directory, SSSD, and KerberosAdminister core infrastructure services such as DNS, DHCP, and directory servicesSupport and maintain virtualization and container platforms, including Proxmox, VMware, Hyper‐VSupport engineering and compute environments, including build servers, CI/CD agents, Docker,



and job schedulersDevelop and maintain automation scripts using Bash and PowerShell – experience with other tools is valuable (Python, Ansible)Participate in incident response, containment activitiesIdentify recurring operational issues and implement sustainable long‐term solutionsCollaborate with the DevOps and engineering teams to support enterprise initiativesContribute to the design and implementation of security frameworks and compliance standards, including NIST, ISO 27001, and CMMCExecute controlled infrastructure changes while adhering to strict SOPs and audit requirementsSupport user access provisioning processes in accordance with approval and compliance proceduresRequired Skills:Post‐secondary degree or diploma in a field related to IT or equivalent relevant experience.Excellent diagnostic and problem‐solving skillsStrong communication skills both written and verbalUnderstanding of computer networkingExperience using ticket systems for daily workloadKnowledge of security protocols and servicesSolid Windows Server administration (GPO, AD, PowerShell)Experience with:Scripting (Bash, Python, PowerShell)Config management (Ansible, Puppet, Chef)Monitoring tools (Prometheus, Nagios, etc.)Understanding of hybrid identity (AD + Linux integration / AD + Entra)Storage systems (NAS, SAN) and protocolsServer performance monitoringPatch managementUnderstanding of:NIST 800-171 (or ITSP.10.171) with respect to CMMC and CPCSCExport ControlsISO 27001Experience with:SIEM tools (Splunk, Sentinel, etc.)Identity systems (AD, LDAP)The base salary range for this role is $62,760 - $107,000. Individual pay is determined by a number of factors including job‐related skills, experience, internal equity and relevant education or training.Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you require accommodation, please notify us through the application process.Due to the volume of applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We appreciate your interest in Kongsberg Geospatial.

📌 Systems Administrator (Riviere-des-Prairies—Pointe-aux-Trembles)
🏢 Kongsberg Geospatial
📍 Riviere-des-Prairies—Pointe-aux-Trembles