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We extend our expertise to public safety, law enforcement, and national security organizations, accelerating mission-critical decision-making through analytical tools, automations, and game-changing machine learning capabilities. ANVIL helps organizations discover, manage, enrich, fuse, and exploit the information available to them in support of Information Dominance and Decision Advantage\n.\nJob Type:Full Time (Ottawa / Hybrid /up to 30% Travel)\nTotal Compensation:CAD $140,000 - $180,000 base salary - Placement within range based on experience and qualifications\nVacancy Status: This posting is for an existing vacancy at Anvil. We are actively hiring for this role\nThe Role\nWe are seeking a versatile Senior Infrastructure Engineer to join our team, focused on delivering mission-critical software to our defence, public safety, and national security customers. You will install, configure, and deploy our software on secure, government-operated infrastructure, build robust containerized environments, and ensure every deployment complies with stringent security and operational standards.\nWorking closely with defence contractors, military personnel, and technical authorities, you will architect and deploy foundational infrastructure, implement secure containerized deployments, and stand up reliable production systems. You will own the technical deployment process for our professional services team: setting deployment strategy, validating critical functionality, identifying infrastructure issues before they impact operations, and maintaining clear documentation of deployment processes.\nAt Anvil, we are fundamentally in the relationship business. Technical excellence is table stakes. What sets our team apart is the ability to build trust with customers, communicate with clarity and confidence, and represent Anvil with professionalism in every interaction. Exceptional customer-facing communication skills are not a nice-to-have in this role; they are essential to your success and to ours.\nThis is a full-time position based in Ottawa with up to 30% travel (domestic and international).\nCandidates must either possess or be eligible to obtain a Government of Canada Top Secret security clearance.\nRequired Qualifications\nSecurity Clearance\nEligible for Government of Canada Top Secret security clearance\nExperience\nMinimum of 7+ years of software deployment and infrastructure experience, preferably in defence or related industry\nA minimum of 3+ years of experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes/OpenShift)\nA minimum of 3+ years of experience with Linux server deployment and administration\nDemonstrated experience deploying and securing production-level systems in government or enterprise environments\nDemonstrated experience leading customer-facing technical discovery sessions, including requirements gathering, solution scoping, and value-driven conversations that build customer trust and accelerate adoption\nSkills & Competencies\nStrong knowledge of Linux server deployment, networking, logging, and troubleshooting tools (e.g., ssh, tcpdump, iproute2)\nExpertise with Docker, Kubernetes/OpenShift, and hypervisors (e.g., KVM, VMware ESXi)\nExperience packaging, templating, and deploying applications with Helm charts for Kubernetes/OpenShift\nIn-depth understanding of TLS, HTTP/2-3, and PKI integration\nFamiliarity with enterprise hardware (servers, racks, storage) and production-level systems\nWorking knowledge of identity and access management standards and protocols (e.g., OIDC, OAuth 2.0, SAML) and their role in securing deployed services\nKnowledge of supply chain security, government compliance standards, and authentication/authorization mechanisms\nStrong analytical mindset with exceptional attention to detail\nExcellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate technical issues to both technical and non-technical audiences\nDemonstrated ability to work collaboratively across development teams and with customer stakeholders\nStrong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple deployment initiatives simultaneously\nProven ability to troubleshoot complex infrastructure issues and drive efficient resolution\nNice to Have…\nFamiliarity with software systems used by defence organizations such as SitaWare HQ, TAK, Esri AllSource, and others\nExperience deploying and maintaining Web-based applications\nExperience deploying and monitoring machine learning models in cloud-hosted and on-premise networks\nExperience configuring or integrating enterprise identity providers such as Active Directory, LDAP, and Keycloak\nFamiliarity with infrastructure-as-code and configuration management tooling for repeatable deployments\nProficiency in scripting for automation (e.g., Bash, Python)\nPrior experience working with or for defence, public safety, law enforcement, and national security organizations\nWhat You’ll Do\nDeployment Strategy and Planning\nPartner with customers and internal teams to understand infrastructure requirements and develop comprehensive deployment strategies for the organization\nCreate and maintain detailed deployment plans and documentation to ensure successful implementations across all customer environments\nDocument deployment approaches based on security assessments and regulatory requirements\nAdvise on and implement infrastructure strategies and containerization frameworks across the entire platform\nSoftware Deployment and Infrastructure\nTravel to customer and partner sites to participate in requirements gathering, software deployment, deployment testing, and hands-on support\nBuild and manage containerized applications using Docker, Docker Compose, and Kubernetes/OpenShift\nDeploy, secure, and monitor Linux-based containerized applications, services, and machine learning models in both cloud-hosted and on-premise networks\nStreamline software installation processes, configurations, and documentation for repeatable deployments\nProvide regular status updates on deployment progress and system health metrics\nInfrastructure Management and Security\nEnsure all deployments meet strict government security and operational standards\nImplement appropriate processes for data protection, disaster recovery, and failover procedures\nDiagnose and resolve technical infrastructure issues leveraging deep knowledge of Linux, networking, and security principles\nProvide documentation and technical specifications to IT staff for planning and implementing infrastructure upgrades\nChampion security standards and best practices across all deployment environments\nCustomer Support and Communication\nWork directly with stakeholders, including defence contractors and military personnel, to ensure solutions align with operational requirements\nParticipate actively in customer meetings, technical reviews, and deployment planning sessions\nReview and provide detailed feedback on infrastructure requirements, specifications, and security documents\nCustomize software deployments to meet unique customer operational needs\nCommunicate deployment results and system metrics to stakeholders at all levels\nWhy Join Us?\nOur Mission\nThis is more than just a job; you'll be part of a team of dedicated professionals who share a common goal: to increase the safety and security of Western democracies through the effective use of data. Our workplace is not just a job, it's a community of like-minded people working together to make a positive impact on the world we live in.\nCompensation & Benefits\nCompetitive salaries\nFlexible health benefits package through Equitable\nIndustry-leading employer retirement contributions match\nWork Environment\nRemote and Hybrid (Ottawa market) work model combining remote flexibility with meaningful in-person collaboration\nModern office in the historic Carriageway building in beautiful downtown Ottawa\nAccess to downtown amenities, transit, and Ottawa's vibrant cultural scene\nWhat You'll Experience\nWork alongside dedicated professionals who value excellence and collaboration\nContribute to projects with real-world security impact\nJoin a culture where your expertise and ideas matter\nApplication Process\nTo apply for this role, please submit your CV and cover letter. The application process will likely include:\nA preliminary call with our HR team which will be a chance for you to find out more about Anvil and the role.\nAn initial interview to discuss your experience and suitability for the role.\nA technical interview to assess your competencies. \nUse of AI in Recruitment:Anvil does not use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position. All applications are reviewed by members of our recruitment team. However, we do use AI for scheduling, note taking and other administrative functions.\nAnvil is an Equal Opportunity Employer.We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. 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