Linux Systems Engineer

Post Date

May 11, 2026

Location

Toronto,
Ontario

ZIP/Postal Code

M5J 0
Canada
Jul 23, 2026 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract

Category

Computer Operator

Req #

TOR-0a3c133b-62b3-4886-b891-847e60567788

Pay Rate

$54 - $68 (hourly estimate)

Who Can Apply

  • Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Canada

Job Description

Insight Global is seeking a seasoned engineer with a strong background in Linux/UNIX systems administration and infrastructure automation. This role is hands-on and delivery-focused, supporting enterprise infrastructure and security initiatives while taking full ownership of projects from design through implementation.
The ideal candidate brings deep OS-level expertise, strong automation skills (Ansible AAP2), and the ability to work cross-functionally in a large corporate environment. This individual will step into active initiatives, stabilize ownership, and act as a senior technical lead focused on infrastructure outcomes. The successful candidate will be on site in Toronto one day a week minimum.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

Required Skills & Experience

• Advanced hands-on experience with Linux/UNIX systems administration
• Strong Ansible automation experience, specifically Ansible Automation Platform 2.x
• Experience working in large enterprise or corporate environments
• Proven ability to independently own and deliver infrastructure projects
• Experience with CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins) and automation-first practices
• Familiarity with monitoring and ITSM tools (Dynatrace, Nagios, ServiceNow)
8+ years of enterprise infrastructure or architecture experience

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

• Exposure to security tools such as Tanium, Microsoft Defender, Guardicore, Qualys

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.