Control Systems Application and Management Specialist

As the largest single refinery in Canada, Irving Oil has a vast and ever-evolving suite of Automation Systems. Working as an OT Specialist, you will be part of a larger team responsible for administering and maintaining these systems. Focusing on Infrastructure and Applications requires strong knowledge in technologies such as ethernet networking, Windows AD, Virtualization, OT applications and cyber security.

What We Offer:

• Work Environment - Work and grow within Canada’s largest Refinery, with strong safety culture, access to a fitness facility, an onsite medical team, and a café 
• Competitive Compensation – Including an annual bonus plan and pension plan
• Flexible Benefits Plan – in effect from day one and offers three levels of coverage to select from to meet your unique, personal needs
• Paid Vacation – Plus an annual option to purchase additional vacation
• Wellness Support – With an annual wellness allowance, paid personal care days and a 24/7 Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Opportunity to give back to some amazing causes in our community – Choose when and where to make an impact with a paid volunteer day, company volunteer opportunities, and a donation matching program

Your Responsibilities:

• Configure, maintain and optimize OT applications and databases such as Solar Winds, Trellix ePO and SQL Server
• Execute Windows patching in the control environment to support Cyber Security
• Review and investigate Cyber Security concerns in our IDS system
• Review and troubleshoot alerts in our Network Management system
• Perform daily system monitoring using management and security applications
• Perform activities to support backup and patching processes
• Perform administration tasks in Microsoft Active Directory
• Troubleshoot system and network issues, and provide solutions
• Document new technical procedures or update existing, as required
• Lead upgrade projects and complete system implementation tasks
• Execute preventive maintenance routines and activities
• Use workflow management packages such as Service Now and Cintellate for change management
• Participate in on-call support rotation

Your Skills:

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with strong attention to detail
• Excellent time management skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, analytical, attention to detail
• Must be able to quickly shift focus based on needs of the operation
• Self-starter, ability to multitask, proven ability to effectively contribute in a collaborative team environment
• Strong troubleshooting and critical thinking skills

Your Experience:

• 5-10 years of OT experience including 5 years in an industrial environment
• Degree or diploma in Computer, Electronics or Industrial Control
• NBSCETT PTech certification is an asset
• Experience configuring and supporting OT networking and firewalls
• Experience building and administrating Windows servers
• Experience with Virtualization systems such as VMware and vCenter
• Experience with Cyber Security including best practices
• Experience with computer hardware repair and replacement
• Experience working with Intrusion Detection Systems
• Experience with the following OT systems is an asset:
  • Honeywell Experion
  • Honeywell TPS
  • Honeywell PHD
  • Citrix
  • Cisco networking
  • Rockwell PLC’s
  • Emerson AMS
  • Bently systems

** Interested in this position and growing your career within our Control Systems team but don’t meet all the requirements? We encourage you to apply even if you only meet some of the experience listed above**

Irving Oil is committed to supporting a diverse and inclusive work environment. We thrive on the good energy that’s created when our people from different backgrounds, identities, cultures and experiences share their unique perspectives. Diversity is key to our success and inclusion is everyone’s responsibility.​

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