DNS DevOps Specialist
- Ottawa, Canada
- Remote
- $123K - $135K
- Posted: 3 weeks ago
- Vacancy: 1
The Canadian Internet Registration Authority (CIRA) is a national organization dedicated to advancing Canada’s internet infrastructure, cybersecurity, and digital services. CIRA operates critical DNS infrastructure, enterprise-level cybersecurity solutions like Canadian Shield and DNS Firewall, and authoritative Anycast platforms to protect millions of users and domains globally.
Location
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada (Remote work with in-office events; hybrid options available)
Role Overview
CIRA is seeking a Senior Cyber-DNS Engineer / DevOps Specialist to join its Cyber-DNS team. This role will contribute to the design, operation, and reliability of Canada’s DNS and cybersecurity infrastructure, managing large-scale physical and virtual server fleets, automating deployment pipelines.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, operate, and maintain critical DNS infrastructure powering services like CIRA Canadian Shield, DNS Firewall, and Anycast platforms
- Automate deployments and system management to improve predictability, scalability, and delivery speed
- Build and maintain monitoring, logging, and alerting pipelines for real-time system visibility
- Participate in a 24/7 on-call rotation
Qualifications
-
10+ years applying DevOps principles and practices in enterprise environments
-
Expert-level Linux administration, including installation, operations, and hardening
-
Advanced understanding of TCP/IP and BGP/Anycast routing concepts
Proficiency in automation and CI/CD tools (Ansible, Terraform, Git, etc.)
Shift
Remote work with occasional in-office events; 24/7 on-call rotation required
Compensation
Salary: $123,000–$135,000
Salary Type: Yearly
Work Environment
Hybrid, flexible, and collaborative environment focusing on cybersecurity, DNS infrastructure, and enterprise-grade internet services.
How to Apply
Submit your application via email: praveen.dixit@cira.ca