- Pay
- CA$53–78k
- Where
- Vancouver, British Columbia, GB · GB
- Level
- Mid
Join a sme Defence & Government company as a Cleared IT Systems Engineer in Vancouver.
Canada's defence sector is quietly one of the most stable corners of IT right now, and Vancouver has become a genuine hub for it.
This SME, established but still growing, supports government and defence clients who need systems built properly and kept running without fuss.
That's where a Cleared IT Systems Engineer comes in.
The work is technical, the clearance requirement narrows the field, and the people who do well here tend to stay for years rather than months.
Here's what you'll be doing: Install, configure and maintain servers, networks and endpoints across secure environments Troubleshoot hardware and software issues for internal teams and government stakeholders Support accreditation and compliance work tied to Defence & Government security standards Manage user access, permissions and system hardening in line with clearance protocols Document changes, incidents and configurations to a standard that survives an audit Work alongside security and project teams to roll out upgrades with minimal disruption Here are the skills you'll need: Active or eligible security clearance (a firm requirement for this Cleared IT Systems Engineer role) Solid grounding in Windows and Linux server administration Working knowledge of networking fundamentals: TCP/IP, VPNs, firewalls Comfortable under pressure when systems go down and people are waiting Clear written communication, especially for compliance and incident documentation A couple of years' hands-on experience in a similarly regulated or secure environment Key perks and benefits: Salary of C$53,000 to C$77,500, depending on experience Hybrid working, with time split between the Vancouver office and home Private medical insurance and pension contribution Annual leave with flexible working built in, not just promised Bonus scheme and genuine room to grow into a senior systems role Why pursue a career in Defence & Government?
Defence and government IT doesn't follow the boom-bust cycle of consumer tech.
Budgets are longer-term, projects are serious, and the demand for cleared engineers only keeps climbing as more infrastructure moves to secure digital systems.
Vancouver's growing defence and government footprint makes it a smart base for anyone building a long career here, not just a short stint.
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