Senior Specialist, Cloud and Infrastructure
Top Benefits
About the role
- Become a valuable addition to the Centerra Corporate team
- Boost your career by joining an established organization
- Receive a highly attractive annual salary between $115,000 - $135,000, plus bonus and benefits
About Centerra Gold
Headquartered in Toronto, Centerra Gold (TSX: CG) is one of the leading North American gold and copper producers engaged in the operation, exploration, development, and acquisition of quality mining assets in Asia, North America, and other markets worldwide.
Centerra’s vision is to build a team-based culture of excellence that responsibly delivers sustainable value and growth. We are committed to the safety, integrity, ethics, and fairness of our operations, promoting the highest standards of ethical business conduct of our employees, officers, and directors.
About the Opportunity
Join our dynamic team as a Senior Specialist, Cloud and Infrastructure, where you'll drive the management, optimization, and security of our Azure environment and global infrastructure. This is a remote position located within Canada, however some travel to sites across North America will be required.
Reporting directly to the Director, Cloud Integration and Azure Applications, this role is pivotal in managing Azure environments, providing IT infrastructure support in both cloud and on-prem environment. You will also play a key role in data integration, analytics support, and cybersecurity monitoring.
Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
Azure Infrastructure and Data Analytics (50%)
- Manage the Azure environment on a day-to-day basis (upgrades, security patching, backup, maintenance and monitoring).
- Serve as the primary contact for Azure deployments, including planning, implementation, and troubleshooting.
- Optimize and maintain Azure infrastructure (virtual machines, storage, networking, and solutions).
- Oversee data integration, ensuring connectivity between on-premises systems, cloud resources, and third-party services.
- Manage Azure backup and restore processes for data integrity and availability.
- Conduct capacity planning, forecasting resource needs, scaling infrastructure, and managing costs using Azure tools (Cost Management, Advisor).
- Deploy and manage Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, Bicep, or ARM templates.
- Monitor Azure environments with Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Application Insights to resolve issues proactively.
- Implement Azure security best practices, including RBAC, encryption, and compliance.
- Support data pipelines, ETL processes, and analytics platforms (PowerBI, PowerApps, Synapse Analytics, Data Factory).
- Maintain documentation for Azure architectures, configurations, and procedures.
- Collaborate with third-party partners and consultants for escalations and new initiatives.
- Stay current with Azure advancements to recommend scalable and resilient solutions.
Global Infrastructure Support (25%)
- Act as the primary escalation point for mine site IT virtual infrastructure issues (Nutanix, VMware, Hyper-V).
- Manage and optimize enterprise firewalls (Fortigate and Palo Alto) in both Azure and on-prem environments.
- Monitor firewall performance metrics (throughput, latency, resource utilization) using built-in tools and implement advanced security configurations (IPS, VPN configurations, threat intelligence, User-ID, FSSO).
- Lead or support firewall deployments, configuration reviews, and software version upgrades.
- Identify infrastructure bottlenecks and recommend hardware/software upgrades.
- Resolve complex firewall issues with root cause analysis.
- Support Cisco core switch configuration at mine sites for optimal performance.
Cybersecurity Monitoring and Support (25%)
- Work with the Cybersecurity Operations Manager to monitor, detect and respond to security incidents.
- Maintain compliance with industry standards through audits, reporting, and remediation.
- Continuously improve the company’s security posture through proactive threat detection and process enhancement.
- Monitor and maintain cybersecurity tools and platform such as Crowdstrike, Microsoft Sentinel SIEM, Zabbix, Lansweeper and Nessus.
- Conducting regular vulnerability assessments and assisting in risk remediation plans.
- Contribute to security awareness initiatives and enforce cybersecurity policies across the organization.
About You
The following will be critical to successfully performing this role:
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience/certifications).
- 5+ years experience with Azure cloud services, including VMs, storage solutions, and networking.
- Knowledge of Azure best practices, including identity and access management, network security and compliance frameworks.
- Extensive experience with Azure infrastructure design, deployment, optimization, and data integration.
- Strong knowledge of virtual infrastructure (Nutanix, VMware, Hyper-V).
- Proven experience with enterprise firewalls (Fortinet, Palo Alto).
- Advanced hands-on experience on Cisco switches.
- Experience with Azure data analytics tools and platforms (PowerBI, PowerApps, Data Factory, Synapse).
- Proficiency with cybersecurity tools (Crowdstrike, Sentinel SIEM, Zabbix, Lansweeper, Nessus).
- Deep understanding of Azure services, resource management, networking, and cost control.
- Proficient in scripting and automation (PowerShell, Python, Bash, Azure CLI, etc.).
- Strong grasp of networking and firewall concepts, VPNs, NAT, IPS/IDS, and traffic shaping, subnets, VPN gateways.
- Familiarity with network and system monitoring tools and alert management.
- Ability to interpret and respond to cybersecurity indicators and events.
- Strong technical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and automation.
- Ability to prioritize and handle multiple projects in parallel.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Willingness to travel to mine sites occasionally for project rollouts or critical incidents.
About the Benefits
As a valued member of our corporate team, you can look forward to a highly attractive annual salary,based on experience, skills, and qualifications. You'll also gain access to some incredible benefits, including:
- Extended group health, dental, vision, and travel insurance
- Life Insurance, STD, LTD, AD&D
- Company-sponsored RRSP with Company match
- Employee & Family Assistance Program
- Healthcare Spending Account / Lifestyle Wellness Spending Account
- Annual Incentive Bonus
- Long-term incentive plan
- Employee Share Purchase Plan with Company match
- Parental leave top-up program
- Professional development within the organization
- Join a company committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion
This is your chance to be part of an established, industry-leading global organization with incredible room for career growth and personal development.
If you have the skills necessary to bring success to the role, then we invite you to apply today!
About Centerra Gold
Centerra Gold Inc. is a gold mining company headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.The company was formed and went public in 2004 when Saskatoon, Saskatchewan-based Cameco Corporation spun off its gold mining assets previously held by its 100%-owned subsidiary, Cameco Gold.
Senior Specialist, Cloud and Infrastructure
Top Benefits
About the role
- Become a valuable addition to the Centerra Corporate team
- Boost your career by joining an established organization
- Receive a highly attractive annual salary between $115,000 - $135,000, plus bonus and benefits
About Centerra Gold
Headquartered in Toronto, Centerra Gold (TSX: CG) is one of the leading North American gold and copper producers engaged in the operation, exploration, development, and acquisition of quality mining assets in Asia, North America, and other markets worldwide.
Centerra’s vision is to build a team-based culture of excellence that responsibly delivers sustainable value and growth. We are committed to the safety, integrity, ethics, and fairness of our operations, promoting the highest standards of ethical business conduct of our employees, officers, and directors.
About the Opportunity
Join our dynamic team as a Senior Specialist, Cloud and Infrastructure, where you'll drive the management, optimization, and security of our Azure environment and global infrastructure. This is a remote position located within Canada, however some travel to sites across North America will be required.
Reporting directly to the Director, Cloud Integration and Azure Applications, this role is pivotal in managing Azure environments, providing IT infrastructure support in both cloud and on-prem environment. You will also play a key role in data integration, analytics support, and cybersecurity monitoring.
Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
Azure Infrastructure and Data Analytics (50%)
- Manage the Azure environment on a day-to-day basis (upgrades, security patching, backup, maintenance and monitoring).
- Serve as the primary contact for Azure deployments, including planning, implementation, and troubleshooting.
- Optimize and maintain Azure infrastructure (virtual machines, storage, networking, and solutions).
- Oversee data integration, ensuring connectivity between on-premises systems, cloud resources, and third-party services.
- Manage Azure backup and restore processes for data integrity and availability.
- Conduct capacity planning, forecasting resource needs, scaling infrastructure, and managing costs using Azure tools (Cost Management, Advisor).
- Deploy and manage Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, Bicep, or ARM templates.
- Monitor Azure environments with Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Application Insights to resolve issues proactively.
- Implement Azure security best practices, including RBAC, encryption, and compliance.
- Support data pipelines, ETL processes, and analytics platforms (PowerBI, PowerApps, Synapse Analytics, Data Factory).
- Maintain documentation for Azure architectures, configurations, and procedures.
- Collaborate with third-party partners and consultants for escalations and new initiatives.
- Stay current with Azure advancements to recommend scalable and resilient solutions.
Global Infrastructure Support (25%)
- Act as the primary escalation point for mine site IT virtual infrastructure issues (Nutanix, VMware, Hyper-V).
- Manage and optimize enterprise firewalls (Fortigate and Palo Alto) in both Azure and on-prem environments.
- Monitor firewall performance metrics (throughput, latency, resource utilization) using built-in tools and implement advanced security configurations (IPS, VPN configurations, threat intelligence, User-ID, FSSO).
- Lead or support firewall deployments, configuration reviews, and software version upgrades.
- Identify infrastructure bottlenecks and recommend hardware/software upgrades.
- Resolve complex firewall issues with root cause analysis.
- Support Cisco core switch configuration at mine sites for optimal performance.
Cybersecurity Monitoring and Support (25%)
- Work with the Cybersecurity Operations Manager to monitor, detect and respond to security incidents.
- Maintain compliance with industry standards through audits, reporting, and remediation.
- Continuously improve the company’s security posture through proactive threat detection and process enhancement.
- Monitor and maintain cybersecurity tools and platform such as Crowdstrike, Microsoft Sentinel SIEM, Zabbix, Lansweeper and Nessus.
- Conducting regular vulnerability assessments and assisting in risk remediation plans.
- Contribute to security awareness initiatives and enforce cybersecurity policies across the organization.
About You
The following will be critical to successfully performing this role:
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience/certifications).
- 5+ years experience with Azure cloud services, including VMs, storage solutions, and networking.
- Knowledge of Azure best practices, including identity and access management, network security and compliance frameworks.
- Extensive experience with Azure infrastructure design, deployment, optimization, and data integration.
- Strong knowledge of virtual infrastructure (Nutanix, VMware, Hyper-V).
- Proven experience with enterprise firewalls (Fortinet, Palo Alto).
- Advanced hands-on experience on Cisco switches.
- Experience with Azure data analytics tools and platforms (PowerBI, PowerApps, Data Factory, Synapse).
- Proficiency with cybersecurity tools (Crowdstrike, Sentinel SIEM, Zabbix, Lansweeper, Nessus).
- Deep understanding of Azure services, resource management, networking, and cost control.
- Proficient in scripting and automation (PowerShell, Python, Bash, Azure CLI, etc.).
- Strong grasp of networking and firewall concepts, VPNs, NAT, IPS/IDS, and traffic shaping, subnets, VPN gateways.
- Familiarity with network and system monitoring tools and alert management.
- Ability to interpret and respond to cybersecurity indicators and events.
- Strong technical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and automation.
- Ability to prioritize and handle multiple projects in parallel.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Willingness to travel to mine sites occasionally for project rollouts or critical incidents.
About the Benefits
As a valued member of our corporate team, you can look forward to a highly attractive annual salary,based on experience, skills, and qualifications. You'll also gain access to some incredible benefits, including:
- Extended group health, dental, vision, and travel insurance
- Life Insurance, STD, LTD, AD&D
- Company-sponsored RRSP with Company match
- Employee & Family Assistance Program
- Healthcare Spending Account / Lifestyle Wellness Spending Account
- Annual Incentive Bonus
- Long-term incentive plan
- Employee Share Purchase Plan with Company match
- Parental leave top-up program
- Professional development within the organization
- Join a company committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion
This is your chance to be part of an established, industry-leading global organization with incredible room for career growth and personal development.
If you have the skills necessary to bring success to the role, then we invite you to apply today!
About Centerra Gold
Centerra Gold Inc. is a gold mining company headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.The company was formed and went public in 2004 when Saskatoon, Saskatchewan-based Cameco Corporation spun off its gold mining assets previously held by its 100%-owned subsidiary, Cameco Gold.