Specialist Engineering I&C (Regional Automation - Network & Infrastructure)

Ian Martin Group; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 81,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

Ian Martin Group is hiring a Specialist Engineering I&C (Regional Automation - Network & Infrastructure) for Fort McMurray, AB. The role focuses on maintaining plant automation and process control networks, including firewalls, within a complex operating environment.

You will bridge OT systems with cybersecurity best practices to ensure high availability, reliability, and security for critical infrastructure.

Qualifications

• 8 or more years of hands-on system administration experience specializing in networks and firewalls.
• Proven field experience involving the physical troubleshooting, configuration, and implementation of network equipment.
• Extensive experience configuring and supporting OT networking and firewalls in industrial or heavy-industry environments.
• Strong practical experience in cybersecurity frameworks, threat mitigation, and best practices specifically tailored to OT environments.
• Education and Certifications: a Degree or Diploma in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a relevant Computer Technology discipline.

Responsibilities

• Network & Infrastructure Maintenance: Perform specialized work on OT communication systems for new installations, facility expansions, and the ongoing maintenance of existing systems.
• System Monitoring: Conduct daily system monitoring using advanced management applications to proactively identify and resolve potential vulnerabilities or performance bottlenecks.
• Build & Commissioning: Build, install, and commission new systems to support infrastructure growth while maintaining the reliability and cybersecurity standards of existing infrastructure.
• Troubleshooting & Support: Troubleshoot complex system and network issues, providing effective solutions. Participate in after-hours on-call support rotations as required.
• Reliability & Maintenance: Ensure maximum system reliability through scheduled preventative maintenance activities. Document new technical procedures and keep existing documentation up to date.
• Safety & Compliance: Strictly adhere to and champion safety policies, standards, and core values in every aspect of work execution.

Skills

Network administration

Firewall configuration

OT networking

Cybersecurity frameworks

System monitoring

Education

Degree or Diploma in Computer Science/Computer Engineering/Computer Technology

Job description

Specialist Engineering I&C (Regional Automation - Network & Infrastructure)

• Pay Rate: $59.26 -$74.04/hour, depending on experience
• Contract End Date: May 31, 2027
• Location: Fort McMurray, Alberta

Raise is currently hiring a Specialist Engineering I&C (Regional Automation - Network & Infrastructure) of our client. They’re expanding their team to meet growing needs, making this a unique opportunity to work with an industry leader. Our Client is a globally competitive integrated energy company that extracts, produces and provides energy from a mix of sources, ranging from oil sands to renewable fuels.

Note: The primary pay rate is based on T4 classification; however, we will also consider applications from candidates interested in an INC classification, where applicable.

Description

The Specialist Engineering I&C to join our clients Regional Automation Network & Infrastructure Team. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining plant automation and process control networks, as well as firewalls, within a highly complex operating environment. You will bridge the gap between operational technology (OT) systems and cybersecurity best practices, ensuring high availability, reliability, and security for our critical infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Network & Infrastructure Maintenance: Perform specialized work on OT communication systems for new installations, facility expansions, and the ongoing maintenance of existing systems.
• System Monitoring: Conduct daily system monitoring using advanced management applications to proactively identify and resolve potential vulnerabilities or performance bottlenecks.
• Build & Commissioning: Build, install, and commission new systems to support infrastructure growth while maintaining the reliability and cybersecurity standards of existing infrastructure.
• Troubleshooting & Support: Troubleshoot complex system and network issues, providing effective solutions. Participate in after-hours on-call support rotations as required.
• Reliability & Maintenance: Ensure maximum system reliability through scheduled preventative maintenance activities. Document new technical procedures and keep existing documentation up to date.
• Safety & Compliance: Strictly adhere to and champion 's safety policies, standards, and core values in every aspect of work execution.

Qualifications

• 8 or more years of hands‑on system administration experience specializing in networks and firewalls.
• Proven field experience involving the physical troubleshooting, configuration, and implementation of network equipment.
• Extensive experience configuring and supporting Operational Technology (OT) networking and firewalls in industrial or heavy‑industry environments.
• Strong practical experience in cybersecurity frameworks, threat mitigation, and best practices specifically tailored to OT environments.
• Education and Certifications
• A Degree or Diploma in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a relevant Computer Technology discipline.

Additional Information

• Candidates in this role will be working out of the Syncrude Mildred Lake site in Fort McMurray
• Hours of work are a regular 40‑hour work week, Monday to Friday, with the potential for extended work hours based on business needs
• This position is safety sensitive

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We have a dedicated webpage for accommodations where you can learn more about what we offer and request accommodation: https://raise.jobs/accommodations/

We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including people from traditionally underrepresented groups such as women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, people identifying as LGBTQ2SI, veterans, and people with visible/nonvisible disabilities.

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